Geared Up

Dan Barbera of MacRumors joins us as we’ve got the new OnePlus 8 and OnePlus 8 Pro smartphones in-hand, and we bring you our thoughts and impressions of the new flagship and flagship killer. Apple has announced the iPhone SE second-generation - a smartphone that takes the features of the iPhone 11 and squeezes them into the body of the iPhone 8 with the camera of the iPhone XR. We also talk about Google and Apple teaming up for contact tracing, the next-generation of game consoles, and more! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: iPhone SE Feature Overview OnePlus 8 Pro vs iPhone 11 Pro MacRumors on YouTube Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve got confirmation of a bunch of OnePlus 8 Pro features, and bring you the rundown on the next major Android smartphone release. The iPhone 9 should be announced in about 2 weeks, and we tell you everything to expect from Apple’s next entry-level smartphone. We also give our tips for staying productive while working from home, and staying connected while social distancing. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Benefit of the Doud Podcast Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Apple has released new iPad Pros for 2020, and we give you the full scoop on what to expect from the latest flagship tablet, now with trackpad support. Tesla has starting shipping the new Model Y to customers, and we’ve got hands-on impressions! We also bring you our tips for tech that makes working from home a little easier, along with a whole lot more on this packed episode - with special guest, Kevin the Tech Ninja!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: iPhone 11 & Galaxy S20 Giveaway! Tesla Model Y vs Model 3 Video: LG V60 vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Video: Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Unboxing Kevin Nether on YouTube Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we talk about the way that just about anyone can get much faster 4G mobile data speeds - a secret that Jon discovered while comparing the offerings of different mobile carriers. We’ve also got hands-on impressions of both the Samsung Galaxy S20 lineup, and the upcoming LG V60 ThinQ - two of the major Android releases for 2020. We’ve also got new info on the upcoming iPhone 12 and Google Pixel 4a, and a whole lot more on this packed episode!   LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: iPhone 11 & Galaxy S20 Giveaway! Video: LG V60 vs Samsung Galaxy S20 Video: Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Unboxing Video: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Hands-on Video: Samsung Galaxy S20's Craziest Camera Feature Insane Space Zoom on Galaxy S20 Ultra Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve had the new Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra in-hand for a day, and we’ve got some thoughts on the camera, battery, processor, and more! We’ve also been using Samsung’s latest foldable - the Galaxy Z Flip - and we debate the merits of a foldable screen in 2020. We also talk about what products to expect next from Apple, and how the coronavirus is affecting the tech sector. LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Video: Samsung Galaxy S20 Ultra Unboxing Video: Samsung Galaxy Z Flip Hands-on Video: Samsung Galaxy S20's Craziest Camera Feature Insane Space Zoom on Galaxy S20 Ultra Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’ve officially used the new Samsung Galaxy S20, S20+, and S20 Ultra, and in this episode we talk about our thoughts on the new flagship Samsung smartphones. Andru and Jon also talk about on of the most-asked questions that they get - how do you make money as someone who makes videos on the Internet? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Video: Samsung Galaxy S20's Craziest Camera Feature Insane Space Zoom on Galaxy S20 Ultra Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week several of Apple’s upcoming products leaked, with all expected to be released in the March timeframe. We talk about the upcoming iPhone 9, AirTags, iPad Pro, and more. We also go over the numbers that show the top 5 streaming video services in the US as compiled by the Wall Street Journal, and there are definitely a couple of surprises in the list. We also check in on how Jon’s transition to Android is going, and answer some listener Q&A! Q&A: Will Apple Create a Phone Carrier Service Similar to Google Fi? What is the Plan for the Future of Your Channels? How Do You Make Your Videos Awesome? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Huge leaks about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S20 line have come out, and we break everything down for you about what Samsung will likely be announcing at its Unpacked 2020 event in a few weeks! We also follow-up on last weeks teaser, as Jon gives us the details on a new product from Tesla. We also talk about Sonos and the major backlash they’re receiving after informing customers that some older devices will no longer get software updates - is this fair? What should consumers expect as far as device support from companies? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Tesla Solar Roof 3.0! Sonos Move Review Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

CES 2020 is in the books, and Andru and Jon have some thoughts on the tech and gadgets they saw at the world’s biggest consumer electronics trade show - TVs, augmented reality glasses, and even the ability to deploy a security drone from your backyard! In addition, Jon is going to be making the leap from iPhone to Android, and we explain why - will he be able to stick to it this time? LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Nreal Augmented Reality Glasses Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andru Edwards goes through his Mac Pro configuration build, and talks about his multiple missteps in ordering Apple’s most powerful computer to date, Microsoft officially announced the Xbox Series X game console, which will be released in late 2020 to start the next-generation of gaming, T-Mobile has launched a nationwide 5G network, and more! LINKS MENTIONED IN THE SHOW: Yeezy Slides Andru Edwards on YouTube Jon Rettinger on YouTube Support the show: http://youtube.com/gearlive/joinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.