Episode 421: A New Year, It Is What It Is

2023 has just come to a close, and we take this episode to look back at some of the biggest stories, best tips, and favorite picks from the past 52 episodes. We also discussed what's on the horizon for 2024 in the world of technology and beyond. We are very grateful for all the support this last year and looking forward to bringing you another 52 great episodes this year.

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Intro (00:00)

Unofficial Banter:
- Nate’s Hat
- Dave’s Mug Starbucks Hawaii

Followup:
- Elon Musk, Twitter/X, Space, Tesla - Since Elon Musk’s Twitter purchase, firm reportedly lost 72% of its value (11:25)
- Chinese Spy Balloon - U.S. intelligence officials determined the Chinese spy balloon used a U.S. internet provider to communicate (15:55)
- SBF and FTX - U.S. drops plan to prosecute convicted SBF for over $100M in unlawful campaign donations (18:00)
- AI - Researchers have a magic tool to understand AI: Harry Potter (19:35)
- What do we think is ahead? (25:40)

Best of 2023 Dave’s Pro Tip of the Week:
- Scanning Document into Files and Notes on iOS (33:50)
- Copy and Paste Photo Edits (38:00)
- Indent List in Apple Notes and Reminders (41:15)

Just the headlines: (43:30)
- Linux is the only OS to support diagonal PC monitor mode — dev champions the case for 22-degree-rotation computing
- Vizio agrees to pay $3 million for alleged ‘false’ refresh rate claims
- Multiple Mickey Mouse horror movies announced as Steamboat Willie enters public domain
- After 34 Years, Someone Finally Beat Tetris
- ‘No Laughing Matter:’ Clowns sue Clowns.com for wage theft

Bonus Odd Take: Grand Illusions YouTube Channel (45:45)

Picks of the Week:
- iPhone 15 Pro Max Check-in (50:20)
- Dave:
- FULAIM X5 Wireless Lavalier Microphone System (58:35)
- Apple Watch Ultra (01:02:40)
- Sony Alpha ZV-E10 (01:03:55)
- Nate:
- CERAKOTE Ceramic Headlight Restoration Kit (01:07:00)
- Augtarlion Aluminum Telescoping Ladder (01:08:10)
- AirPods Pro USB-C (01:12:05)

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