Basic AF: a (mostly) tech podcast
Spilling trash, talk, tech, and tea (though Tom says no politics). Plus, games, plenty of Apple tech, or whatever else comes into our heads. It’s a show where we get to hang out and talk tech, talk shit, and have fun every couple of weeks (and sometimes more often - only your podcast app knows for sure). We'll give you the lowdown on the gear we're using, some knowledge bombs to help you use your gear better, and answer listener questions.
Episodes
48 episodes
Latest Apple News, Vision Pro’s Submerged Debuts, and Zelda’s Epic New Puzzle Adventure
In this episode of Basic AF, Tom and Jeff cover a mix of Apple news, including minor OS updates, Apple’s immersive content plans for Vision Pro, and Submerged, Apple’s first short film for the Vision Pro. They also touch on Jeff’s new obsession...
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Episode 46
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36:30
iPhone 16 Pro Max & New Operating Systems
In this episode:Jeff’s new iPhone case and Apple Watch bandTom's first impressions of his iPhone 16 Pro MaxThe new Camera Control button What to do with the Action buttonTom's having fun with...
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Episode 45
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43:37
iPhone Event Recap with Joe Moyer
It's the Apple Glowtime event recap! Jeff and Tom are joined by Joe Moyer from 24Letters.net to recap all of the announcements at Apple's recent annual iPhone event. Is it a September to remember?Join us as we breakdown the new AirPods a...
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Episode 44
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53:34
Shareshot with Marc Palmer
Jeff and Tom have a delightful conversation with Marc Palmer, developer of the Shareshot app! We learn how Marc got started with computers and developing software, other apps he's made and works on, the story behind the creation of Shareshot, a...
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Episode 43
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44:45
App Updates, Return to Craft, Rock Paper Pencil Check-In
Jeff and Tom discuss new apps and a return to an old writing companion, as well as update their experience with iPad screen covers.NotchNook: Making the most of your Mac's notch, even if it doesn't have one!Shareshot: An ea...
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Episode 42
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28:52
Checking In On The Public Betas
It’s time to check in on the Apple Public Betas! Jeff is running the latest builds of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and watchOS 11, while he and Tom are both running the latest macOS Sequoia beta. There’s a lot to like, and we’ll share our experiences wit...
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Episode 41
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47:14
CrowdStrike, Apple's Public Betas, and More with Adam Jones
Join us in this episode as we welcome Adam Jones, the innovative Founder and CEO of SkyBound Education. Our discussion kicks off with the global IT outage caused by a faulty update from CrowdStrike.We explore Adam’s company, SkyBound Edu...
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Episode 40
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49:45
Grading Our Apple Gear
Tom and Jeff share candid reviews of every Apple product they currently own. You will get honest opinions on HomePods, AirPods, Beats, Apple Vision Pro, iPhones, Apple Watch, iPads, and Macs. Links from the show:Comply Memory...
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Episode 39
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36:17
You've Been Pwned!!!
We are frequently targeted by unscrupulous scammers and other criminals. Unfortunately, banks and other financial institutions sometimes use fear to promote their consumer protection services, making even their messages seem suspicious.
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Episode 38
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32:29
WWDC Recap: Apple Intelligence, iOS 18, watchOS 11, iPadOS 18, macOS Sequoia and more!
It's the best week of the year for Apple fans as WWDC is here! Tom and Jeff recap the keynote event and go in on the new Apple Intelligence features, Home Screen customizations coming to iOS and iPadOS, the sick new Math Notes feature, the upda...
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Episode 37
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1:08:08
WWDC Wishlists with Riley Hill
Riley Hill is a software developer, Apple enthusiast, and YouTuber. He joins Tom and Jeff on this episode to discuss using the iPad Pro as his main computing platform, the new M4 iPad Pros, and his YouTube Channel. Then, the guys share their wi...
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Episode 36
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1:09:12
iPad Event Recap
Tom and Jeff unpack the latest Apple event!New iPad Air and iPad Pro models: We're slicing through the details of the new iPad Air and iPad Pro models. Get the scoop on the M2 and M4 chips, color options, new display options, storag...
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Episode 35
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52:12
Apple Event, the State of the iPad, and a Love of Photography with Chris Freitag
Chris Freitag is a long-time Apple user, photographer, and YouTuber. He joins Tom and Jeff on this episode to talk about the upcoming Apple Event, potential new iPads, the current state of the iPad, his Apple gear, and shares his love of photog...
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Episode 34
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42:57
Taking Another Look at Apple News and Journaling Apps, Plus MARVEL SNAP
Tom and Jeff are back at it:An updated review of Apple News—why Jeff's come around to being a fan of the serviceTaking another look at Apple's Journal app and how it compares to Day OneJeff shares his initial thoug...
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Episode 33
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34:47
Apple's DOJ Challenge and Vision Pro's Immersive Dilemma
This episode looks into the US Department of Justice's lawsuit against Apple, exploring the claims of monopolistic behavior and its implications for the company and its customers. We also navigate the virtual realms of Apple's Vision Pro, discu...
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Episode 32
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32:55
Tom’s Apple Vision Pro Experience
Tom had initially said he wouldn't, but he eventually gave in to temptation and bought an Apple Vision Pro to test it out. In the past several weeks, he has been using the headset to watch the Super Bowl, work in visionOS to create content for ...
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Episode 31
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34:50
Clicks Keyboard for iPhone & The End of Apple's Car Ambitions?
Join us in this episode as Tom reviews the Clicks Creator Keyboard for iPhone, highlighting its design, usability, and whether it's a worthy addition to your tech arsenal. We also discuss Apple's decision to end its car project, speculating on ...
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Episode 30
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33:19
2024 Tips & Tricks Show with Gannon Nordberg
Gannon Nordberg joins us again for the 2024 Tips & Tricks Show! Over a dozen new tips & tricks for macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS and more!You can find Gannon’s work at levelonenerd.net - ...
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Episode 29
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37:02
Apple Vision Pro with Gannon Nordberg
Gannon Nordberg returns to the show and Jeff got his hands on the new Apple Vision Pro at the Danbury, CT Apple store! JB shares his first impressions on everything, from the initial setup experience to exploring the immersive scenes, navigatin...
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Episode 28
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45:45
App Essentials: Our Go-To Tools
Jeff and Tom share their go-to apps for messaging, email, tasks and calendars, notes and office suites, with a tiny bit of automations thrown in for good measure.
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Episode 27
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34:59
Apple Watch Ban Update, Microsoft Copilot, Clicks Creator Keyboard - News Updates
The year has just begun, and there’s a lot of news for Jeff and Tom to cover:The Apple Watch was banned from sale in the US just before Christmas and then given a reprieve while the case is reviewed; what’s the latest?Apple...
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Episode 26
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33:06
These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things
In this festive episode, Tom and Jeff cozy up with eggnog and share their favorite tech and media picks from the year. The duo dives into the melancholic melodies of Sufjan Stevens' Christmas music, invoking the holiday spirit. Then, they switc...
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Episode 25
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37:38
Spotify Wrapped and New Stuff We Have
In this episode, Spotify tells us we’re a Top 10 podcast for ten listeners, a Top 5 show for eight listeners, and a Top Podcast for 4 of you! Grateful is an understatement. Thank you! We follow that with a discussion on Itsycal, a m...
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Episode 24
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38:02
Bonus Episode: The Return Journey
Join us for a unique bonus episode as Greg Battersby follows up with us on his return journey to Southern California in his Subaru Solterra EV. Using the lessons he learned around route planning, optimizing driving techniques, and charging head...
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13:36
The Electric Vehicle's Long-Haul Challenge with Greg Battersby
In this episode, we are joined by Jeff’s brother Greg to discuss his new electric vehicle, the Subaru Solterra. This episode delves into the heart of mid-range electric vehicles' capabilities and challenges, highlighting the nuances of planning...
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Episode 23
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38:39