Nick and Todd are two tech enthusiasts who, despite being in different hemispheres and a ridiculous number of time zones apart, have decided to Keep in Touch via this podcast. They talk about (mobile) tech, Apple, Google, kids and family, dogs, and more.

#13 - They don't even give you a manual anymore

February 14, 2020

In this episode:

Todd buys a new TV
More privacy issues (Apple, Ring, sigh)
Kids and Cable TV
and quite a bit more

Shownotes:

Apple's iCloud encryption situation
Ring's privacy issues (EFF, BBC, TNW)
Coronavirus
Roos Roast - Lobster Butter Love
Todd’s new TV - TCL 55” 6-Series 4K
Todd’s new receiver - Yamaha RX-V685

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#12 - Questioning my intelligence

January 20, 2020

In this episode:

Holiday impressions
Wishes for 2020
Thoughts on TVs and TV shows

Shownotes:

Old Forester Whiskey - https://www.oldforester.com/products/old-forester-100-proof/
Waimarama beach – http://www.findabeach.co.nz/beaches/waimarama/about/
Horse Float for Mara – https://www.ourgeneration.com/shop/accessories/mane-attraction-horse-trailer#care/
Barbie Dreamhouse - https://barbie.mattel.com/shop/en-us/ba/barbie-dream-house-fhy73
DJI Osmo Action
Fossil watch - https://www.fossil.com/us/en/products/gen-5-smartwatch-the-carlyle-hr-dark-brown-leather-sku-ftw4026p.html
Pavlova – https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pavlova_(cake)
Tailwind - https://gotailwind.com/
KitcenAid decals – https://www.etsy.com/search?q=KitcenAid%20decals
OpenGarage.io
CHIP Home Automation standard – https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2019/12/apple-google-and-amazon-team-up-for-joint-smart-home-standard/
xkcd: standards - https://xkcd.com/927/
TVs: LG C9 – https://www.lg.com/us/tvs/lg-OLED65C9PUA-oled-4k-tv
Samsung The Frame – https://www.samsung.com/us/televisions-home-theater/tvs/the-frame/highlights/
Apple at CES 2020 – https://www.macrumors.com/2020/01/02/apple-to-attend-ces-2020-homekit/
Cardrona chairlift plans axed to protect lizards https://www.rnz.co.nz/news/national/406706/cardrona-axes-chairlift-plan-to-protect-hundreds-of-lizards
Rainbow Loom – https://amzn.to/37awAq8

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#11 - The taste of childhood

December 15, 2019

In this episode:

Coke vs Pepsi, and why the choice is easy for Nick
Follow up on our 10th episode anniversary
RIP Google Cloud Print
Todd's next phone will be made by Microsoft
Lots of thoughts on Thanksgiving and Christmas
and a lot more...

Shownotes:

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Listener update after 10 episodes

November 26, 2019

We have now gone into double digit episode numbers and we are absolutely humbled by all the new countries where you have decided to listen to us from.

Our warmest regards to you all!

world map showing where our listeners are from

#10 - Oh, the boomers

November 18, 2019

In this episode:

Open floor plans vs Private Office
Rainbows and unicorns
Keyboard clickiness
Honey, macaroons, bread, yogurt, and strawberry jam
Kids: birthday parties, sickness avoidance
... and much more.

Shownotes:

Mānuka Honey – Nick's favourite honey
WASDKeyboards.com – Custom clicky keyboards
Microsoft Wireless Comfort Desktop 5000 - Todd's Keyboard

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