Comfort Zone

Christopher Lawley, Matt Birchler, and Niléane
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Oct 9, 2025 • 1h 13min

When Did You Guys do That?!

Explore the fascinating world of tech with insights into the Logitech MX Master 4, featuring innovative features like programmable macros and haptic gestures. Discover the Helium Browser, a user-friendly, open-source option perfect for Chrome extension lovers. Join in on a fun IKEA challenge as hosts pitch products under €50, highlighting practical choices like a portable lamp and a stylish monitor stand. Lastly, enjoy a nostalgic trip down memory lane as the hosts reveal their first video games, bringing retro vibes to the discussion!
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Oct 2, 2025 • 1h 5min

Nice

Niléane gets sporty while exploring Apple Sports' new international reach, but highlights missing women's league coverage. Chris dives into the latest Apple product releases, sharing first impressions on the iPhone Air and iPhones 17 Pro. The discussion takes a fun twist with a wallpaper challenge featuring unique designs. Amidst the tech talk, the hosts reveal frustrations with broader Apple practices and answer a listener question about their favorite LEGO sets. Join them for a cozy mix of tech and fun!
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Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 7min

The Things That Pinch

The hosts dive into the colorful world of Liquid Glass and its subtler interface changes. Niléane brings nostalgia with her retro music app Swinsian, while Chris critiques Fantastical's design woes. They explore the merging of web browsers and discuss the effects of Apple's SwiftUI on app identity. Listeners hear about unique challenges: Chris unwinds with Borderlands 4, Niléane cozies up her workspace, and Matt takes a trip down memory lane with vintage film cameras. Get ready for a fun blend of tech talk and personal anecdotes!
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Sep 18, 2025 • 1h 16min

All of Comfort Zone Agrees

Matt brings a new phone (but it's not what you thiiiink), Chris finally got the iPadOS update of his dreams, and Niléane oversees the PopSockets challenge, which ended up being an all-time Comfort Zone disaster. How would you have done our challenges? How would you answer the question at the end of the show? Let us know! Want more from the gang? Cozy Zone is a bonus podcast every Monday where we let loose on all sorts of fun topics. You can get cozy with the Comfort Zone crew for just $5/month or $50/year, which not only makes the bonus episodes possible, but supports Comfort Zone, too. Main topics Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra iPadOS 26 Other stuff we talked about Relay ST. Jude Fundraiser Canon C50 cinema camera Follow the Hosts Chris on YouTube Matt on Birchtree Niléane on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Bluesky
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Sep 11, 2025 • 1h 10min

Bruv

Niléane goes phone shopping for someone else, Chris conducts the iPhone 16 Pro exit interview, and the whole gang gets weird with inputs. How would you have done our challenges? How would you answer the question at the end of the show? Let us know! Want more from the gang? Cozy Zone is a bonus podcast every Monday where we let loose on all sorts of fun topics. You can get cozy with the Comfort Zone crew for just $5/month or $50/year, which not only makes the bonus episodes possible, but supports Comfort Zone, too. Stuff we discussed Relay ST. Jude Fundraiser -Waluigi hat FocusFlight Matt's dream(?) monitor Nothing CMF Phone Follow the Hosts Chris on YouTube Matt on Birchtree Niléane on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Bluesky
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Sep 8, 2025 • 37min

Cozy Zone Preview: Defend Your Desk

Welcome to Cozy Zone! We're releasing this first episode to everyone, and you can subscribe to keep listening! You can get cozy with the Comfort Zone crew for just $5/month or $50/year, which not only makes the bonus episodes possible, but supports Comfort Zone, too. Niléane The desk Side view Window view Under the desk Chris Image 1 Image 2 Image 3 Under the Desk Matt The desk Under the desk 🤮
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Sep 8, 2025 • 56sec

Introducing Cozy Zone (Trailer)

Welcome to Cozy Zone! We're releasing this first episode to everyone later today, and you can subscribe to keep listening! You can get cozy with the Comfort Zone crew for just $5/month or $50/year, which not only makes the bonus episodes possible, but supports Comfort Zone, too.
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Sep 4, 2025 • 1h 12min

It's Just Really Nice Paper

Matt really thinks he's cracked note taking, Niléane fixes every tech paper cut in her life she can find, and the whole gang pitches their new Apple product lines. How would you have done our challenges? How would you answer the question at the end of the show? Let us know! Main Topics Capacities A UserScript to fix Instagram reels on the web Shure MV7X Memory foam for Niléane's 🦶 Anker MagGo Qi2 stand (Photo) A rubber edge Other stuff Changing lives Follow the Hosts Chris on YouTube Matt on Birchtree Niléane on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Bluesky
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4 snips
Aug 28, 2025 • 1h 18min

#1 Klack Affiliate

Chris shares his newfound love for a different productivity app, while Matt feels content with his email management. Niléane ignites debate with a controversial home screen redesign. The hosts tackle the quirks of smart home tech and share funny listener feedback. They explore a unique app that lets users customize a character called a 'bean.' Notion Mail's features and pricing are examined, sparking discussions about user experience. Throughout, laughter abounds as they engage in playful tech challenges and pitch imaginative Apple innovations.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 1h 17min

Thread do be Like That

Niléane brings some "classic" headphones, Chris is in possession of The Big Ball, and everyone tries to go a little bit more European. How would you have done our challenges? How would you answer the question at the end of the show? Let us know! Main Topics Meze 99 Classics The Big Ball Other stuff iFi Go Link Qwant Things 3 FAIRTIQ Follow the Hosts Chris on YouTube Matt on Birchtree Niléane on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Mastodon Comfort Zone on Bluesky

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