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Mar 20, 2015 • 55min

CultCast #171 - Force Clucking

This week: it’s kind of a big deal—Nintendo is finally bringing their games to iOS!  Plus: the reviews are in, and people are loving the new Force Cluck Touch Trackpad; Apple’s rumored streaming TV service might land in June; and why the new Macbook hails the end for the Macbook Air.    Our thanks to Harry’s for supporting this episode. Harry’s super-sharp, German-made razors ship free right to your door and for way less than the drugstore razors.  Learn more at Harrys.com and save $5 off your first order with code CultCast.   And FreshBooks, the easy-to-use invoicing software designed to help small business owners get organized, save time invoicing and get paid faster.  And I can vouch for this from experience, it also makes tax time a cinch.  Get started with a free trial at Freshbooks.com/cultcast, and please enter “CultCast” in the “How did you hear about us?” section!   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   This week’s links   Erfon on twitter/instagram - @erfon http://twitter.com/erfon // http://instagram.com/erfon   Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney http://twitter.com/lkahney // http://instagram.com/lkahney   Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r http://twitter.com/bst3r // http://instagram.com/bst3r   Duo Mobile makes 2-factor authentication easier https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/duo-mobile/id422663827?mt=8   Nintendo gives in: Mario, Zelda and more are coming to your smartphone   http://www.cultofandroid.com/72357/nintendo-gives-in-mario-zelda-and-more-are-coming-to-your-smartphone/   Does the new Macbook signal the end of the Air? http://www.reddit.com/r/apple/comments/2zf2ow/does_the_new_macbook_signal_the_end_of_the_air/   Apple TV streaming service coming in June with 25 channels - buster http://www.cultofmac.com/315960/apple-tv-service-june/#RPLv4gJD4jGrgRC0.99   How Apple is sweetening the deal for potential TV partners - buster http://www.cultofmac.com/316055/how-apple-is-sweetening-the-deal-for-potential-tv-partners/#Evx3r9VAR8UfYDet.99   Yahoo aims to kill passwords with on-demand codes - buster http://www.cultofmac.com/315837/yahoo-looks-to-kill-passwords-with-on-demand-service/#1LvRwtgBoRujFOcv.99
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Mar 13, 2015 • 1h 9min

CultCast #170 - Too Many Dongles

This week: we break down all that we know and still don’t about the Apple Watch, and Leander says why the $10,000 gold editions are totally opposite Steve Jobs’ vision for the company he co-founded.  Plus: Apple quietly kills their iconic glowing logo; what we love and don’t about the new Macbook, and why some are not thrilled with its new “butterfly” keyboard; and with HBO Now coming exclusively to Apple… could big AppleTV changes be on the horizon?   Our thanks for Freshbooks for supporting this episode.  FreshBooks is the easy-to-use invoicing software designed to help small business owners get organized, save time invoicing and get paid faster.  And I can vouch for this from experience, it also makes tax time a cinch.  Get started with a free trial at Freshbooks.com/cultcast, and please enter “CultCast” in the “How did you hear about us?” section!   And Squarespace!  Squarespace Seven doesn’t just have a redesigned interface, integrations with Getty Images and Google Apps, and new templates, they give you a bunch of tools to update your website on the go and view your metrics right on your iPhone. Try the new Squarespace free for two weeks Squarespace.com, and enter offer code CultCast at checkout to save 10% off any order.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   This week’s links   Erfon on twitter/instagram - @erfon http://twitter.com/erfon // http://instagram.com/erfon   Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney http://twitter.com/lkahney // http://instagram.com/lkahney   Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r http://twitter.com/bst3r // http://instagram.com/bst3r    Watch Sizing Guide http://store.apple.com/Catalog/regional/amr/pdf/static/pdf/content/Watch_Sizing_Guide.pdf   Apple quietly killed its glowing logo today http://www.cultofmac.com/314952/apple-quietly-killed-glowing-logo-today/#0L58UWZERAzELIXY.99   Why the $10,000 gold Apple Watch really winds me up http://www.cultofmac.com/314922/10000-gold-apple-watch-really-winds/#3xdqbMavg87dBPph.99     The new MacBook isn’t for you, it’s for the future http://www.cultofmac.com/315094/new-macbook-isnt-future/#QxuD0TUJCxQpQakI.99   HBO Now will be an Apple exclusive for three months http://www.cultofmac.com/314933/hbo-now-will-apple-exclusive-three-months/#Rb9RBRghqiPXosJV.99
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Mar 6, 2015 • 1h 17min

CultCast #169 - The Blizzard Took My Internet

It’s time for all our Apple Watch hopes and dreams to come true.  With the big event coming March 9th, catch our Spring Forward event expectations, all that we (think we) know about the Apple Watch thus far, how much each edition will cost, and our expectations for other Apple hardware announcements. Plus: why Apple watch will replace your keys; Apple adds cars to its list of products; and since the new Photos app for Mac just hit public beta, we’ll tell you what we like and don’t about Apple’s iPhoto replacement.   Thanks to lynda.com for supporting this episode. Learn to run your business better, become a photoshop ninja, learn how to create music with your iPad, and so much more.  Lynda now has over 3000 courses for you to choose from, and now they’re offering our listeners a 10 day free trial.  Learn all you want for free for 10 days, head on over to lynda.com/cultcast   And Audible, home of over 150,000 audio books from practically every genre in existence.  Grab Leander's book, Jony Ive: The Genius Behind Apple's Greatest Products, for FREE with a 30-day Audible trial.  The book is yours to keep even if you decide not to keep your Audible subscription.  Get started now at audiblepodcast.com/cultcast   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   On the show this week Erfon Elijah - @Erfon Buster the luster Hein - @bst3r Alex Excelsior Heath - @alexeheath   This week’s links Intro - Will the Watch be Apple’s most personal device yet? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QUpQC4zrhU&spfreload=10   Careful with those drugs! http://imgur.com/zrBoPpi   Apple officially wants to be recognized as a car maker Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/313849/apple-officially-wants-recognized-car-maker/#kitLBzxdPlbq   Apple will live stream March 9 Apple Watch event! Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/page/7/#d7rA7cRiwP8yMaxL.99   What to expect from Apple’s ‘Spring Forward’ Watch event Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/314293/what-to-expect-spring-forward-apple-watch-event/#eHOevx8oH3GIyUkq.99   Apple could surprise us with 12-inch MacBook Air next week Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/314006/apple-surprise-us-12-inch-macbook-air-next-week/#I3JJwCowlRSVRWp9.99   Apple Watch will have ‘Power Reserve’ mode for saving battery life Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/313833/apple-watch-battery-life-power-reserve/#HjsOaOI70bj22JbE.99   Apple seeds first public beta of Photos app with OS X 10.10.3 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/313916/apple-seeds-first-public-beta-photos-app-os-x-10-10-3/#1YALyRX5uLAjy3GV.99  
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Feb 27, 2015 • 1h 6min

CultCast #168 - American as Apple _______.

This week: Apple might be eyeing 2020 for their first car, but you can catch our most wanted features and price expectations right now.  Plus: Cupertino pay massive bonuses to poach top talent; the insane acceleration of Tesla’s new electric car; the new and notable from iOS 8.3 beta; Toyota says “no thanks” to CarPlay; and finally, your listener questions, answered!     Our thanks to Varidesk for their support! With models starting at just $275, Varidesk is the highest quality, least expensive way that we know of to get started with a standing desk.  And you should absolutely check them out, because moving to a standing desk will change your life"   Annnnd Squarespace.  Squarespace Seven has a redesigned interface, integrations with Getty Images and Google Apps, new templates, and  impactful one-page websites called Cover Pages. Try the new Squarespace at Squarespace.com, and enter offer code CultCast at checkout to save 10% off any order.   And get control of your inbox and save a ton of time with Sanebox.  Sanebox's algorithms learn which emails you want to see and puts the rest into a daily digest you can review or delete all one click. See how accurate it is with a free trial.    We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for much of the great music you hear in today's show.   This week’s links Erfon on twitter/instagram - @erfon http://twitter.com/erfon // http://instagram.com/erfon   Alex E Heath on twitter/instagram - @alexeheath http://twitter.com/alexeheath // http://instagram.com/alexeheath   Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney http://twitter.com/lkahney // http://instagram.com/lkahney   Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r http://twitter.com/bst3r // http://instagram.com/bst3r   Intro - It’s 1985, can Apple survive? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p0JseHQ8sDc&spfreload=10   Happy birthday song in 3-part french horn https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2cgnjduJDGU&spfreload=10   Watch these folks react to the insane acceleration of Tesla’s new P85D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1qFV5i8tBhs   Emojitype translates your texts into relevant emojis http://www.emojitype.co   Ste Smith reviews the Tesla P85+ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ebZ1B6qvmH4&spfreload=10   Simon Phoenix is gonna be super happy about his new emoji icons https://www.facebook.com/TheCultCast/photos/a.451719838200997.101894.450627508310230/916586845047625/?type=1   John Spartan doesn’t know how to use the three seashells... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9mFuB0gsNAA&spfreload=10   Apple wants first cars on the road by 2020 http://www.cultofmac.com/312932/apple-wants-first-cars-hit-road-2020/#KYZAmO65XfdsMMgI.99   Siri speaks 7 new languages in iOS 8.3 http://www.cultofmac.com/313268/siri-speaks-7-new-languages-ios-8-3/#UIqhs0HoZyorDarA.99   Apple adds 300 racially diverse emojis to iOS 8.3 http://www.cultofmac.com/313191/apple-adds-300-racially-diverse-emojis-ios-8-3/#ETV5Fy8QDsvmT4yJ.99   Toyota vehicles won’t support CarPlay anytime soon http://www.cultofmac.com/313150/toyota-wont-supporting-carplay-anytime-soon/#VBPgt8FHbz7j6Xb5.99   Check out this week’s fabulous listener-suggested topics on our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/TheCultCast/posts/916316618407981
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Feb 20, 2015 • 1h 4min

CultCast #167 - Made By Ive

Jony Ive and his infamous design team aren’t simply creating the Apple products you use and love, their influence is reshaping Apple itself.  On this episode, we look back at Jony’s humble start, and examine how Sir Ive and team became the powerful core of the world’s greatest company.  Plus, we bet you just can’t wait to get behind the wheel of your very own Apple-made…. minivan?  We'll fill you in on the latest Apple Car rumors.   Our sponsors have baller products! With models starting at just $275, Varidesk  is the highest quality, least expensive way that we know of to get started with a standing desk.  And you should absolutely check them out, because moving to a standing desk will change your life.   Plug Automatic into your car's data port, and with their beatiful app, you'll be able to find your parked car, learn how to save fuel with tips based on your actual driving, and even diagnose and turn off your car's check engine light.  See it out in action and save 20% off your new Automatic now at Automatic.com/cult.   And get control of your inbox and save a ton of time with Sanebox.  Sanebox's algorithms learn which emails you want to see and puts the rest into a daily digest you can review or delete all one click. See how accurate it is with a free trial.    We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   This week’s links Intro: The iPhone call that started it all https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uPd3P3UuGb8&spfreload=10   The Shape of Things to Come: How an industrial designer became Apple’s greatest product http://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2015/02/23/shape-things-come?intcid=mod-most-popular   It’s time to rewrite Apple history — with more Jony Ive http://www.cultofmac.com/312475/rewrite-apple-history-more-jony-ive/#XvEs00XoOkh3Gvfm.99   Apple Gears Up to Challenge Tesla in Electric Cars http://www.wsj.com/articles/apples-titan-car-project-to-challenge-tesla-1423868072   Touch ID might be coming soon to MacBooks, Magic Mice and trackpads http://www.cultofmac.com/312552/touch-id-might-coming-soon-macbooks-magic-mice-trackpads/#EG1eij21PA3ZB4IB.99   Our Under Review links: Buster loves Darkroom on iOS for non-destructive photo editing. https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/id953286746?mt=8&ign-mpt=uo%3D4   Leander reviewed the Avea Bluetooth LED bulbs and liked them so much he went out and bought ten. https://www.elgato.com/en/smart/avea   Erfon thinks the audio fidelity of Tidal’s music streaming service is incredible, but its Mac app is a stinker. http://tidalhifi.com
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Feb 13, 2015 • 57min

CultCast #166 - Space Hoopties

This week: more iCar rumors are swirling… is Apple preparing to give Tesla a run for its money?  Plus: the industries we want Apple to conquer next; why we need Cupertino to get into the space game; college kids love iPhones more than sexy time;  our favorite packs for toting about Apple and DSLR gear; and stay tuned to the end for our new segment, Cross The Streams, where we’ll cover the shows we can’t stop binge-watching.   Our thanks to Varidesk for their support! With models starting at just $275, Varidesk is the highest quality, least expensive way that we know of to get started with a standing desk.  And you should absolutely check them out, because moving to a standing desk will change your life.   Annnnd Squarespace.  Squarespace Seven has a redesigned interface, integrations with Getty Images and Google Apps, new templates, and  impactful one-page websites called Cover Pages. Try the new Squarespace at Squarespace.com, and enter offer code CultCast at checkout to save 10% off any order.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   This week’s links Intro: Why Microsoft is better than Mac!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VxXwos_iAxM&spfreload=10   Don’t cross the streams! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jyaLZHiJJnE&spfreload=10   Apple working on something to ‘give Tesla a run for its money’ Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/311552/apple-working-something-give-tesla-run-money/#RYApXzmmlk34Y1fa.99   Apple now the most valuable company in history http://americasmarkets.usatoday.com/2015/02/10/apple-just-made-history-again/   College students crave iPhones more than sex Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/#z7HG5bXUGs2wTvum.99   Sling TV, the Netflix for cable, opens doors to all subscribers, with new channels coming - erfon Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/311598/sling-tv-netflix-cable-opens-doors-subscribers-new-channels-coming/#hSMkE6KRKeReOdY3.99   Our favorite packs to tote your DSLR and Apple gear Lowepro Photo Sport 200AW - http://store.lowepro.com/photo-sport-200-aw OGIO Ascent pack - http://ogio.com/backpacks/ascent-pack Hefty bags - http://www.hefty.com/products/trash-bags/ Polar Excursion - http://www.polerstuff.com/products/the-excursion-pack-combo Street Walker HardDrive pack - http://www.thinktankphoto.com/products/streetwalker-harddrive-backpack.aspx Think Tank’s Roller bags (great for serious travel) - http://www.thinktankphoto.com/categories/rolling-camera-bags/airport-series.aspx   All the shows we’re currently steaming Leander’s been watching Boardwalk Empire but he think it’s gone off the rails. -  Amazon Instant Video, HBO Go, and, you know, the internet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e6z71l6HQwQ&spfreload=10   If you like the X-Files, you need to watch Fringe - On Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29bSzbqZ3xE&spfreload=10   Alex liked Better Call Saul on AMC - TV or internet https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1xIGfVFb-U&spfreload=10   Sopranos - Also available on Amazon Instant Video and HBO Go https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKFxCPBUPa8&spfreload=10   Luther is a cop tracking down serial killers, and Buster likes it - BCC show available on Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEwrOnrlERY&spfreload=10
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Feb 6, 2015 • 50min

CultCast #165 - Do you flex, bro?

This week: a curiously equipped mystery van has us wondering if Apple’s working on self-driving autos.  Plus, we review all that  Apple Watch apps can’t do; Sorkin’s Jobs’ biopic gets a cast, and not everyone is thrilled; Apple’s plans for a global “data command center”; and Macho Man Randy Savage helps us answer listeners questions in an all-new Get to Know Your Cultist.   Thanks to lynda.com for supporting this episode. Learn to run your business better, become a photoshop ninja, learn how to create music with your iPad, and so much more.  Lynda now has over 3000 courses for you to choose from, and now they’re offering our listeners a 10 day free trial.  Learn all you want for free for 10 days, head on over to lynda.com/cultcast   And Varidesk! With models starting at just $275, Varidesk is the highest quality, least expensive way that we know of to get started with a standing desk.  And you should absolutely check them out, because moving to a standing desk will change your life.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   On the show this week Erfon Elijah - @Erfon Buster the luster Hein - @bst3r Leander KaHaney - @lkahney Alex "Not Kip" Heath - @AlexEHeath   This week’s links Mr T wants you to treat your mother right https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_rBidCkJxo&spfreload=10   Leander wants to you go to the Spandau Ballet with him https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U&spfreload=10   Macho Man Randy Savage is the cream of the crop! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8C4lK41SX-Q&spfreload=10   And he wants you to SNAP IT TO A SLIM JIM!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lxp_3000h_U&spfreload=10   Tesla should “borrow” from this handy prototype Apple Watch app https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6MZCKBNgxc   Mystery Van Could Be Apple’s Entry In Effort To Develop Driverless Vehicle http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2015/02/03/mystery-van-could-be-apples-entry-in-effort-to-develop-self-driving-vehicle/   Why the Apple Watch’s first apps might disappoint you Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/310733/apple-watchs-first-apps-might-disappoint/#7zh5GERi8Qm3Mf1Y.99   Everything Apple Watch apps can’t do http://www.cultofmac.com/305778/everything-apple-watch-apps-cant/   Meet the official cast of the Steve Jobs movie Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/310397/meet-official-cast-steve-jobs-movie/#wlgULkFb0DZmqoFf.99   Apple’s failed Arizona sapphire plant will be $2 billion data ‘command center’ Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/310834/apples-failed-arizona-sapphire-plant-will-become-2b-data-command-center/#CB9FLwLMLPkisewT.99
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Jan 30, 2015 • 56min

CultCast #164 - Live Long And Prosper

This week: Apple has their best quarter ever; Apple Watch is coming in April; the best parts of the new iOS and Yosemite updates; Disney considers rebooting Indiana Jones; and then catch El Kahn’s TMI moment in Facts of Life, a new game where we mix real facts with fake ones then guess which is which!   Our thanks to Varidesk for supporting this episode.  With models starting at just $275, Varidesk is the highest quality, least expensive way that we know of to get started with a standing desk.  And you should absolutely check them out, because moving to a standing desk will change your life. Your buns will thank you.   And Automatic!  Plug Automatic into your car's data port, and with their beatiful iOS app, you'll be able to find your parked car, learn how to save fuel with tips based on your actual driving, and even diagnose and turn off your car's check engine light.  Save 20% off your new Automatic plus get free shipping at Automatic.com/cult.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for the great music you hear in today's show.   On the show this week Erfon Elijah - @Erfon Buster the luster Hein - @bst3r Leander KaHaney - @lkahney   This weeks  links Steve Ballmer isn’t so sure about the iPhone https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eywi0h_Y5_U&spfreload=10   Ahhhh, Venice... http://youtu.be/nXuvzsIf1oE?t=19s   The Facts of Life! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sd6wEeKjbqg&spfreload=10   Apple reduces amount of free storage needed for updates with iOS 8.1.3 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/#q1jVfM4tvolRisHW.99   Apple releases OS X Yosemite 10.10.2 with Wi-Fi and Spotlight fixes Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/#q1jVfM4tvolRisHW.99   Apple shatters records with $74.6 billion in revenue, $18 billion in profit for Q1 2015 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/310313/apple-shatters-records-74-6-billion-revenue-18-billion-profit-q1-2015/#bsQZSsdT2KtxraV1.99   Revelations from Apple’s historic earnings call Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/#q1jVfM4tvolRisHW.99   Disney Eyeing Chris Pratt For Indiana Jones Revival http://deadline.com/2015/01/chris-pratt-indiana-jones-guardians-of-the-galaxy-disney-1201360637/
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Jan 23, 2015 • 59min

CultCast #163 - What Would Yeezus Do

This week: why Apple Watch will win the wrist war; we snap a pic with Patrick Stewart and he’s NOT amused; the good and bad of a Lucas-free Star Wars 7; Microsoft’s new Hololens look incredible; and we reveal some of our favorite apps and gear on an all-new Under Review.   PSA: Come hang out with Erfon live and bring your podcasting questions on Sunday the 25th at 1pm Pacific.  Just head over to live.thecultcast.com   On the show this week Erfon Elijah - @Erfon Buster the luster Hein - @bst3r Leander KaHaney - @lkahney Alex "Not Kip" Heath - @AlexEHeath     It’s a Circle of Life! Please support our sponsors!   Squarespace Seven has a completely redesigned interface, integrations with Getty Images and Google Apps, new templates, and an incredible feature called Cover Pages. Try the new Squarespace, at Squarespace.com, and enter offer code [show’s offer code] at checkout to get 10% off.   Plug Automatic into your car's data port, and with their beatiful app, you'll be able to find your parked car, learn how to save fuel with tips based on your actual driving, and even diagnose and turn off your car's check engine light.  See it out in action and save 20% off your new Automatic now at Automatic.com/cultcast.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for the great music you hear in today's show.     This weeks story links   How George Lucas Star Wars 7 Ideas Were Used By Disney http://www.cinemablend.com/new/How-George-Lucas-Star-Wars-7-Ideas-Were-Used-By-Disney-69271.html   Steve Jobs rolls over in his grave: the iPad Pro could have a stylus http://www.cultofmac.com/309293/steve-jobs-rolls-grave-ipad-pro-stylus/#Mjv5cZO8waMXO4VZ.99   Goodbye Glass This is your last chance to get your hands on Google’s head up display http://www.cultofandroid.com/71320/goodbye-glass-last-chance-get-hands-googles-head-display/   Apple Watch wins the wrist war before it starts http://www.cultofmac.com/308806/apple-watch-wins-battle-for-your-wrist/#5cKhIRBSPvy6MmzS.99     Also, watch these   The Knowledge Navigator is Apple’s computer of the future https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9bjve67p33E&spfreload=10   Famous pals Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan do great impressions… of each other! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qSwn0nl3yms&spfreload=10   Hear why Martin Sexton is an American treasure https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5CCt7Jcm3E&spfreload=10   And here’s Erfon with a wax Patrick Steward http://imgur.com/cXbWVjx     Our Under Review Picks   Buster - Near Lock for iOS and Mac unlocks your Mac when your iPhone is near.  Free http://nearlock.me   Erfon - The Marantz HD-DAC1 headphone amp pairs beautifully with your iOS and Mac and delivers superb audio quality.  $800  http://us.marantz.com/us/Products/Pages/ProductDetails.aspx?CatId=HiFiComponents&ProductId=HDDAC1   Alex - AllCast for iOS let’s you AirPlay your iPhone content to the Chromecast, Xbox,  Roku, Amazon Fire stick—just about anything.  Free or $5 to lose the ads and watermark https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/allcast-stream/id777002997?mt=8
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Jan 16, 2015 • 1h 4min

CultCast 162 - Beware our Glitterbombs

This week: optical zoom and Force Touch rumored for the iPhone 6s; autonomous future-cars chauffeur us about; we’re back from Vegas with a full report on the best gadgets, technology, and trends from the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show; and for small fee, we cover your enemies in a layer of spectacular glitter.  Yes... seriously.   Our thanks to Harry’s for supporting this episode. Harry’s super-sharp, German-made razors ship free right to your door and for way less than the drugstore razors.  Learn more at Harrys.com and save $5 off your first order with code CultCast.   We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.   Ask Erfon anything you want about podcasting on Sunday, January 25th at 1pm Pacific time!  Bring your questions or just come hang out for an hour at live.thecultcast.com   BlackBerry gets caught tweeting from an iPhone Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/308946/blackberry-gets-caught-tweeting-iphone/#PQ6o   Obama wants US internet speeds to go way up and prices to go down https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nbol8oMNggs&spfreload=10   Apple eyes big improvements for iPhone 6s camera Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/308894/apple-eyes-big-improvements-iphone-6s-camera/#UhhTfbEFIUWs45lB.99   Musings on CES 2014 (discussion) The coolest and most useful gadgets  Technology trends this year Best we did at the show Trends in new car tech   ENRAGE YOUR ENEMIES BY SENDING THEM AN ENVELOPE FULL OF GLITTER http://dangerousminds.net/comments/enrage_your_enemies_by_sending_them_an_envelope_full_of_glitter

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