Thu, 27 August 2015
This week: new Apple products coming September 9th; our iPhone 6S expectations; the incredible power of Youtube; Instagram finally says yes to portrait and landscape photos; Youtube Gaming vs. Twitch; Logic Pro X update includes a powerful new music app; and we rewrite movie history in a new Get To Know Your Cultist!
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This week’s links
This week’s Intro
Hang out with Buster as he liveblog's Apple’s Sept. 9th event
The ladies cannot resist Magnum P.I.
Instagram won’t force you to be square anymore
Apple confirmed to host event at Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
You just missed your chance to buy cheap Apple stock - buster
Apple brings award-winning synth back from the dead
iOS 9 code appears to confirm Force Touch for iPhone 6s - buster
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Thu, 20 August 2015
This week: why we’re convinced we’ll see an iPad Pro come fall, and what we expect from Apple’s giant
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This week’s links
Intro - Macintosh: The computer for the rest of us
Apple’s electric car is real, and it’s almost ready for testing
New iPhone 6s bend test reveals super-strong aluminum shell
Pink iPhone 6s revealed in new leaked images
iPad Pro to pack Force Touch, plenty of pixels, optional stylus
Why MacBook screens must be angled at 76 degrees in Apple Stores
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Thu, 13 August 2015
This week: ever wonder what it’s like to have companies pay you to travel the world snapping their Instagram photos? Professional Instagram’er Cory Staudacher is back to share his workflows, favorite iOS photo apps—and you won’t believe how much some companies will pay to make them look cool. Plus: neat new features coming to iOS 9; Apple quietly beefs up the iPhone 6S to prevent another bendgate; and don’t miss our list of our new favorite apps.
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This week’s links
Your iPhone is about to get an awesome built-in flight tracker
What it’s like to be a professional Instagrammer
Apple is going to fix the most annoying thing about using Wi-Fi on the iPhone
Here’s proof bendgate won’t be back with iPhone 6s
Erfon
Buster
Cory
Alex
Other honerable mentions
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Thu, 6 August 2015
This week: looks like the radically improved Apple TV we’ve be waiting for lands in September—we’ll tell you what to expect. Plus: Apple is not going to be your next wireless carrier; more Beats Radio stations are in the works; and don’t miss our picks of the "best of the worst" Apple accessories.
And stick around for our chat with Daniel Rubino from Window’s Central (seriously!), because he’s going to educate us on why he loves the new Windows 10, what it’s coolest features are, and why he’s made the questionable decision to be a PC man. We’re going to try our best not to argue.
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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: This dude REALLY hates the Apple Watch
The Practicing Photographer with Ben Long
Radically improved Apple TV will launch in September
Apple claims it has no interest in becoming your carrier
Apple may launch five additional Beats radio stations
These designer jeans keep your iPhone charged on the go
Nico Gerard just invented the mullet of smartwatches
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Thu, 30 July 2015
This week: why we might be in for big iPad upgrades this year; our expectations for the iPhone 6C; the one feature we hope iPhone 6S will get (but probably won’t); Woz is worried about Skynet again; and… is Apple building machine for time travel? You’ll have to press play to find out...
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This week’s links
Intro
Behinds the scenes footage of Buster and Erfon preparing for CultCast
Breakthrough could finally bring wireless charging to iPhone
Woz and other big thinkers call for ban on AI weapons - erfon
C you never! Apple scraps plans for 4-inch iPhone 6c - buster
This year’s iPad mini upgrade won’t suck
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Thu, 23 July 2015
This week: some pundits are fed up with Apple music, but you know what? We’re not. Plus: Apple’s Back To School promotion is finally unveiled; Apple Watch topples expectations, gets insane satisfaction rating; iOS devices cross a major threshold; plus we answer your questions on an all-new #CultCastQnA!
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This week’s links
Intro: Classic Steve Ballmer on iPhone
Apple’s ‘Back to School’ promo will give Mac buyers free Beats headphones
Tim Cook reveals Apple Watch sales topped expectations
Apple Watch gains a higher satisfaction rating than original iPhone or iPad
VC Benedict Evans: iOS unit sales are now matching Windows PCs
What We’re Into Picks
Buster is into Antman. All Antmen, really.
Erfon is REALLY into Twitch
Leander is into Grain Audio’s shelf speakers
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Thu, 16 July 2015
This week: We all love the popular products, but this ep. we’ll remember some of Apple’s biggest blunders! Plus: why the new iPods might be the last iPods; Apple’s missing back to school promotion; and perfect way to motivate your lazy workforce...
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This week’s links
Intro: Peep the Pippin!
Buster’s Theme Song
Leander really hated the Apple Studio display
See the Macintosh TV in action
The hockey puck mouse wasn’t THAT bad...
Apple unveils new iPods in six colors
Is Apple canceling their Back to School discount program?
Shanghai company creates a golden Steve Jobs bust to inspire its workers
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Thu, 9 July 2015
This week: how to train Apple Music to dish up better tunes; Microsoft calls it quits on the phone game; iOS 9 and El Capitan betas go public; awkward stories from Disneyland; and the REAL REASON Apple is building a “Spaceship” campus...
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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
Leander metioned Soundshare as the best social music network
Jim Carey’s brilliant In Living Color characters
Training Apple Music’s “For You” section
Construction worker from Campus 2 says Apple has raised US building standards
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Thu, 2 July 2015
Ok, we're impressed—Apple Music with Beats1 isn’t just another Spotify… it has some genuinely innovative features some of us are absolutely falling for.
This week, we’ll tell you what we like and don’t about Apple's shiny new music service, and compare it to Spotify, the current king of music steaming. Plus, the new Steve Jobs trailer is out! Stick around to hear us complain about Seth Rogen’s “Woz".
Happy Canada day to our Canadian friends!
Happy 4th of July to our US friends!
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This week’s links
So you don’t get charged when your free trial is over
Apple Music -> Account -> View Apple ID -> Subscriptions -> Automatic Renewal -> Off
Alex’s Hot Apple Music Tips
Alex on Apple Music Vs. Spotify
Alex again on, is Apple Music DRMing the music you upload?
New Steve Jobs trailer is out...
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Thu, 25 June 2015
This week: the cool features in the new iOS 8.4, iOS 9, and El Capitan betas; Taylor Swift starts a royalty battle with Apple; the ridiculously low payouts artists get from music streaming; the new Macbook’s big missing feature; and the magic of Apple advertising.
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This week’s links
This single from the Darkness
You heard him—Buster bought Chumbawumba
Kahney's Korner: Bring back my magnets Jony Ive!
Pharell made chump change on his streaming royalties for “Happy"
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Thu, 18 June 2015
This week: we know you just got your Apple Watch, but we talk rumored updates for the Apple Watch 2. Plus: why some publishers are outraged by Apple’s new News app; the FCC slams AT&T with a HUGE fine for throttling your data; and we talk amazing E3 announcements and Jurassic World in an all new What We’re Into.
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This week’s links
Zoo keepers love Jurassic World
http://www.theverge.com/2015/6/18/8803147/jurassiczoo-hashtag-jurassic-world-chris-pratt-raptor-pose
Leander likes his Amazon Echo
And he thinks the wireless speakers from ultimate ears sound fantastic
Check out this incredible E3 demo of Microsoft’s Hololens
Fallout Shelter is free and fun, and it’s now the top grossing game on the App Store
Apple Watch 2 will add FaceTime camera, better WiFi and more
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Thu, 11 June 2015
This week: we’re on the ground for WWDC and AltConf! We’ll tell you what it’s like. Plus: our favorite features announced at the WWDC keynote; why we have high hopes for Beats 1 radio on Apple Music; Phil Schiller discusses some of Apple’s more controversial product decisions in a surprising new interview; and, though it’s all cheers for consumers, we’ll tell you why some developers dread Apple’s yearly WWDC announcements.
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This week’s links
You should rewatch this WWDC opening with Bill Hader
iOS 9 s awesome two finger trackpad gesture is coming to iPhone
http://www.cultofmac.com/326041/ios-9s-awesome-two-finger-keyboard-gesture-is-also-coming-to-iphone/
At WWDC, clues that Apple is adding a stylus to the iPad abound
Apple’s new ‘Move to iOS’ app helps Android users switch to iPhone - buster
All the awesome features coming to your Apple Watch this fall
All the awesome features coming to your Apple Watch this fall
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Thu, 4 June 2015
This week: don’t expect hardware… we’ll tell you why the 2015 WWDC could be one of the tamest on record. Plus: Apple pretty much confirms Apple TV will be your home’s digital hub; Facebook’s an impenetrable fortress with too much power; and the tale of a Bay Area woman who just unknowingly junked her $200,000 Apple-1 computer… whoopsie!
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This week’s links
Your mind, the pinnacle of computing power
Apple TV will be the new digital hub for HomeKit
Apple Web TV service won’t launch at WWDC
Our Facebook page has been hacked, and it’s impossible to get it back
Bay Area woman accidentally junks $200,000 Apple-1 computer
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Thu, 28 May 2015
This week: Jony Ive’s big promotion has him leaving the design lab… is this step one of an Ive succession plan? Plus: the surprising suitability of Ive’s replacement, Richard Howarth; Apple VP Jeff Williams let’s some curious Apple Car comments slip; why Apple Watch will get a lot faster come fall; Leander reveals his fetish for the weird whispering women of Youtube; and stay tuned till the end for a very romantic Get To Know Ur Cultist!
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This week’s links
Relax with Bob Ross and his happy little trees
Leander’s weird whispering fetish videos!
And check out Kahney’s Korner!
Cars are ‘ultimate mobile device’ and other Apple insights from Jeff Williams - buster
Everything we know about Richard Howarth, Apple’s new ‘badass’ head of industrial design
Apples Watch apps are about to get the speed boost they desperately need
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Thu, 21 May 2015
This week: ok sure, Apple may have forever shelved plans for a proper television, but reports of a souped-up Apple TV debuting at WWDC will make you forget all that. Plus: the good stuff in Apple’s first Watch update; new Macbook Pros and iMacs get faster specs and bigger price tags; and Steve Jobs teaches bad actors a lesson they shan’t forget.
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This week’s links
Intro: Windows 95… still playing catch-up
Leander Witnessed this Noah Wiley/Steve Jobs showdown!
The first Apple Watch software update is here
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/323215/the-first-update-for-apple-watch-is-here/#PUYyp37fYax6Bm8v.99
Apple launched a number of new Macs through the Apple Online Store today,
iPhone 6s might launch as soon as August - boostier
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/323107/iphone-6s-launch-might-come-as-soon-as-august/#YiuHTVhs8MfYT31j.99
Michael Fassbender still doesn’t look much like Steve Jobs in first teaser trailer
New Apple TV with App Store and Siri will debut at WWDC
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Thu, 14 May 2015
This week: why the iPhone 6s could be the biggest “S” update yet; Nintendo promises 5 top-notch titles coming to iOS; the paltry earnings of top Mac App Store apps; and just when we thought we’ve seen every iPhone accessory imaginable, a new gadgets sneaks up on our behinds. We mean behind us. No. Just… just listen.
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And thanks to Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com the great music you hear in today's show.
This week’s links
Intro - What is Newton??
iPhone 6s could be Apple’s biggest ‘incremental’ upgrade of all time
Nintendo promises five top-notch smartphone games by 2017
You’ll never guess how little a Top 10 Mac app makes per day
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Thu, 7 May 2015
For years Apple has been reportedly working their magic on the worst device in every home—the remote control. And now, with a rumored new Apple TV on the the horizon, we’ll tell you why an Apple-hewn controller could be its flagship feature. Plus: how to create your own Apple Watch band; how to share your digital heartbeat with other lonely Apple Watch wearers; and we vote on our favorite new gadgets on an all-new Faves ’N Raves.
And stick around for CultCast 2nd hour with our guest, award-winning graphic designer and professor, Sean Adams. Sean shares his insights, tools, and tips for breaking into the design industry, building a name for yourself, and why everyone needs to care about design.
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We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for the great music you hear in today's show.
This week’s links
Lonely Apple Watch buyers turn to the Internet to share their heartbeats
How to add your own custom band to Apple Watch
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/321556/how-to-add-your-own-custom-band-to-apple-watch/#Ivbgo0IzCsI3UDAQ.99
How third-party bands are allowed to work with Apple Watch
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/321601/how-third-party-bands-are-allowed-to-work-with-apple-watch/#lJjpFKGJb1YkI8R1.99
Apple’s aggressive music ambitions draw DOJ scrutiny
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/321512/apples-aggressive-music-ambitions-draw-doj-scrutiny/#5GzQvcoTGIyGwQ6J.99
Patents suggest Apple TV wand full of Cupertino magic
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/321683/patents-suggest-apple-tv-wand-full-of-cupertino-magic/#1pJCCHBRZ3kdQhGB.99
Apple is planning to launch its new TV box this summer
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/321592/apple-tv-remote-is-getting-a-trackpad-this-summer/#5uzkVdaFRr8qlser.99
Help us pick this week’s Faves N Raves winner at Facebook.com/thecultcast
Get some inspiration from Sean Adam’s Design blog
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Thu, 30 April 2015
t’s been a week now that we’ve been living with the Apple Watch affixed upon our wrists, and in that time, we’ve curated a list of what we love, what we don’t, and our overall impressions of Apple’s newest trinket. And while some of us are smitten, not all of us are sold.
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This week’s links
Intro courtesy of the iToilet: Your interactive toilet
Discover will support Apple Pay starting this fall
Apple doesn’t want Watch apps that tell time
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/320953/apple-doesnt-want-watch-apps-that-tell-time/#T5ua46xXdd039QV5.99
Direct download: CultCast_177_-_A_week_with_Apple_Watch..mp3
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Thu, 23 April 2015
Apple Watch, inbound! And now that it is, we’ll take a look at some of the most useful Watch apps available, and just for fun, some of the stinkiest. Plus: the noteworthy differences between the Sport and Steel; why those “scratch test” videos shouldn’t trouble you; and finally, you’ll never believe what our ol’ pal and ex-Apple exec Scott Forstall is up to now...
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This week’s links
He’s mysterious and the ladies love him
Modeling’s a man’s job!
What does it take to scratch the Apple Watch Sport’s Ion X Glass?
Anxious buyers freak out about Apple Watch shipments
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/320014/anxious-buyers-freak-out-about-apple-watch-shipments/#3D2pqcXX721PrrYH.99
Apple gives devs chance to own Apple Watch before everyone else
You can now control PowerPoint presentations with your Apple Watch - erfon
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Thu, 16 April 2015
This week: why trying on the Apple Watch will make you a believer; our WWDC hardware predictions; why a recent acquisition might mean a revolutionary new iPhone camera; Leander reviews the new Macbook; and a very special wedding surprise for our very special Buster Hein.
Our thanks to FreshBooks for supporting this episode. 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!
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This week’s links
This week’s intro: The Pitch
If you want you can donate to Buster’s wedding gift fund!
Good work Johnson, that’s one of them “super computers” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwSfyoygA2g&spfreload=10
Karl Lagerfeld’s Apple Watch is almost as sexy as his gloves
How an in-store Apple Watch demo will make you a believer
Apple will kick off WWDC 2015 on June 8
J.J. Abrams rocks an Apple Watch at Star Wars Celebration
Apple’s latest acquisition could revolutionize iPhone camera
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Thu, 9 April 2015
This week: get’em while they’re hot! The Apple Watch is ready for pre-order, but the reviews are in, and they’re a mixed bag. Plus: what’s good in iOS 8.3 and OS X 10.10.3; how to get a free month of HBO NOW; Samsung is up to their old tricks; the new Macbook didn’t benchmark well, but it might not matter; and things get weird in an all-new Get to Know Your Cultist!
Our thanks to FreshBooks for supporting this episode. 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!
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 much of the great music you hear in today's show.
This week’s links
Alex on twitter/periscope - @alexeheath
Erfon on twitter/periscope - @erfon
Buster on twitter/periscope - @bst3r
Alex E is going to resurrect the Milli Vanilli blazer and tights hottness
Damn George Michael got ALL the ladies
The 17 best Apple Watch tidbits from early reviews - buster
Apple retail guru Angela Ahrendts says “The days of waiting in line … are over”
OS X update brings Photos app and hundreds of new emojis - alex
iOS 8.3 is out with racially diverse emoji, new Siri languages, and more - buster
Samsung paid 500 fake fans to attend Galaxy S6 China launch - buster
Apple's ultra-thin 12-inch MacBook benchmarks on par with 2011 MacBook Air
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Thu, 2 April 2015
This week: Apple Watch apps are hitting the store, we discuss some of the most popular ones; if you want an Apple Watch you’ll need to pre-order—we’ll tell you why and how. Plus: we love selfie sticks; Leander's special way of “bookmarking” webpages; and… Periscope! We’ll tell you all about it and why it’s way better than Meerkat. And stay tuned till the end for Sh*t We’re Into for the non-Apple stuff we’re all really loving so sweetly.
Our thanks to 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!
Aaaaaaand lynda. Are you an aspiring designer? lynda.com has 562 video courses on design, color, best practices, typography—and so much more to help you hone your craft and even build your own great brand. Get full access to Lynda’s entire library, and learn all you want with a free 10-day trial at lynda.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.
This week’s links
Come gawk at our incredible Periscopes
@erfon / @bst3r / @alexeheath
Apple is officially ready to accept your Watch app
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/317676/apple-is-officially-ready-to-look-at-your-watch-app/#pbul8XjCTcmS3cqZ.99
A big ol’ list of Apple Watch apps hitting the store
Apple Watch for Sale in Retail Stores by Reservation Only, No Walk-In Sales
iPad selfie sticks have officially become a thing
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/317539/ipad-selfie-sticks-have-officially-become-a-thing/#bRhJFXOS0VRGvlvQ.99
Watch Aaron Draplin make an awesome logo right before your eyes
Shite we’re into
Leander likes this awesome Stromer ST2 electric bike
Alex thinks this Cm4 Q Card iPhone case is the hottness
Buster is loving Sufjan Stevens' Carry and Loeol album and Wale’s The Album About Nothing featuring… Jerry Seinfeld
Erfon keeps rewatching Interstellar on Bluray cause it’s one of the best SciFi movies of all time
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Thu, 26 March 2015
This week: more rumors of a souped-up Apple TV coming in June, and we examine the softer side of Steve Jobs, as described in a new unofficial, Apple-backed biography. Plus: Skynet is the stuff of movies, but Elon Musk, Steven Hawking, and now Steve Wozniak, all believe AI is a big threat. Should we worried? You’re gonna want to unplug your Segway after this discussion. And stay tuned for an all new Faves N Raves where we pitch our favorite tech and vote on which is best!
Our thanks to FreshBooks for supporting this episode. 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!
And Chipolo. Tired of searching for your lost your keys, wallet, or other belongings? Well affix a Chipolo bluetooth tracker to your stuff and they’ll never be lost again. With a built-in super loud speaker and their smart iPhone app, you’ll find your lost stuff fast. Get your hands on Chipolo now at Chipolo.net.
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: Owner of Segway dies on Segway
Watch Woz boss around on his not-yet-self-aware Segway
If you want to die on an electric bike, this model might be the one for you
Apple intends to show the device off at its annual World Wide Developers Conference in June - John Paczkowski at Buzzfeed News
Woz: ‘The future is scary and very bad for people’ - buster
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/316728/woz-the-future-is-scary-and-very-bad-for-people/#Ewac565dD0UJ08a7.99
Apple officially loves new Steve Jobs bio, hated old one (Becoming Steve Jobs - Brent Schlender, Rick Tetzeli)
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/316692/becoming-steve-jobs-officially-has-apples-seal-of-approval/#wXjYHoYsYaY0XbXx.99
Steve Jobs had to be convinced that multi-touch was the future - luke
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/316829/steve-jobs-had-to-be-convinced-that-multi-touch-was-the-future/#r6kQLcfSjtBru1wF.99
Steve Jobs’ high school classmates cash in on their yearbooks - alex
Our Fave and Rave picks
Nokia Lumia 635 - $70. Yes... Leander chose a Nokia….
E3 Peak Electric Mountain Bike - $3000. Buster obviously cheated this week.
MacID iOS app - $4. Clearly the king of all picks.
Doxie Go WiFi Scanner - $180. It scans paper. How cool.
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Thu, 19 March 2015
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
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
Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney
Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r
Duo Mobile makes 2-factor authentication easier
Nintendo gives in: Mario, Zelda and more are coming to your smartphone
Apple TV streaming service coming in June with 25 channels - buster
How Apple is sweetening the deal for potential TV partners - buster
Yahoo aims to kill passwords with on-demand codes - buster
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Thu, 12 March 2015
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
Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney
Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r
 Watch Sizing Guide
Apple quietly killed its glowing logo today
Why the $10,000 gold Apple Watch really winds me up
The new MacBook isn’t for you, it’s for the future
HBO Now will be an Apple exclusive for three months
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Thu, 5 March 2015
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
This week’s links
Intro - Will the Watch be Apple’s most personal device yet?
Careful with those drugs!
Apple officially wants to be recognized as a car maker
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
Direct download: CultCast_169_-_The_Blizzard_Took_My_Internet.mp3
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Thu, 26 February 2015
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
Alex E Heath on twitter/instagram - @alexeheath
Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney
Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r
Intro - It’s 1985, can Apple survive?
Happy birthday song in 3-part french horn
Watch these folks react to the insane acceleration of Tesla’s new P85D
Emojitype translates your texts into relevant emojis
Ste Smith reviews the Tesla P85+
Simon Phoenix is gonna be super happy about his new emoji icons
John Spartan doesn’t know how to use the three seashells...
Siri speaks 7 new languages in iOS 8.3
Apple adds 300 racially diverse emojis to iOS 8.3
Toyota vehicles won’t support CarPlay anytime soon
Check out this week’s fabulous listener-suggested topics on our Facebook page
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Thu, 19 February 2015
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
The Shape of Things to Come: How an industrial designer became Apple’s greatest product
It’s time to rewrite Apple history — with more Jony Ive
Apple Gears Up to Challenge Tesla in Electric Cars
Touch ID might be coming soon to MacBooks, Magic Mice and trackpads
Our Under Review links:
Buster loves Darkroom on iOS for non-destructive photo editing.
Leander reviewed the Avea Bluetooth LED bulbs and liked them so much he went out and bought ten.
Erfon thinks the audio fidelity of Tidal’s music streaming service is incredible, but its Mac app is a stinker.
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Thu, 12 February 2015
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!!
Don’t cross the streams!
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
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
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
If you like the X-Files, you need to watch Fringe - On Netflix
Alex liked Better Call Saul on AMC - TV or internet
Sopranos - Also available on Amazon Instant Video and HBO Go
Luther is a cop tracking down serial killers, and Buster likes it - BCC show available on Netflix
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Thu, 5 February 2015
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
This week’s links
Mr T wants you to treat your mother right
Leander wants to you go to the Spandau Ballet with him
Macho Man Randy Savage is the cream of the crop!
And he wants you to SNAP IT TO A SLIM JIM!!
Tesla should “borrow” from this handy prototype Apple Watch app
Mystery Van Could Be Apple’s Entry In Effort To Develop Driverless Vehicle
Why the Apple Watch’s first apps might disappoint you
Everything Apple Watch apps can’t do
Meet the official cast of the Steve Jobs movie
Apple’s failed Arizona sapphire plant will be $2 billion data ‘command center’
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Thu, 29 January 2015
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
This weeks links
Steve Ballmer isn’t so sure about the iPhone
Ahhhh, Venice...
The Facts of Life!
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
Revelations from Apple’s historic earnings call
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/#q1jVfM4tvolRisHW.99
Disney Eyeing Chris Pratt For Indiana Jones Revival
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Thu, 22 January 2015
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
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
Steve Jobs rolls over in his grave: the iPad Pro could have a stylus
Goodbye Glass This is your last chance to get your hands on Google’s head up display
Apple Watch wins the wrist war before it starts
Also, watch these
The Knowledge Navigator is Apple’s computer of the future
Famous pals Patrick Stewart and Ian McKellan do great impressions… of each other!
Hear why Martin Sexton is an American treasure
And here’s Erfon with a wax Patrick Steward
Our Under Review Picks
Buster - Near Lock for iOS and Mac unlocks your Mac when your iPhone is near. Free
Erfon - The Marantz HD-DAC1 headphone amp pairs beautifully with your iOS and Mac and delivers superb audio quality. $800
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
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Thu, 15 January 2015
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
Obama wants US internet speeds to go way up and prices to go down
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
Direct download: CultCast_162-1_Beware_our_Glitterbombs_3.mp3
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Thu, 8 January 2015
This week: someone tried to burn down the Mrs. Doubtfire house—time for a drive-by fruiting; prepare thy wrists, the  Watch cometh in March; details on a radically new Macbook Air; and… as promised! With over 430,000 Instagram followers, @withhearts joins us to talk mobile photography, his favorite photo apps and gear, and his tips for capturing beautiful images with your favorite iDevice.
And guess what?? This episode is brought to you by Squarespace!
Squarespace recently launched the latest version of their platform, Squarespace Seven, which 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.
And thanks to Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com for all the great music you hear in today's show.
The sexy dudes on this episode
Erfon “the-perfect-six-pack-abs” Elijah
Cory Staudacher aka @withhearts
Buster/Alex/Leander are drunk in Las Vegas. They’ll prob. be back next week.
This week’s links
Intro - Don’t you f#cking call it an iWatch! - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cux9T9wvERs&spfreload=10
Someone tried to set the Mrs. Doubtfire house on fire!
Apple transforms retail stores into art galleries for ‘Start Something New’ campaign
Apple Watch launch expected in March, retail training set for mid-February
Apple’s next major Mac revealed: the radically new 12-inch MacBook Air
Cory uses this stuff
An iPhone 6 Plus and a Canon 5D Mark III
Joby Gorilla Pod
Vsco Cam (he likes the M5, P5, and A5 presets)
Manual Custom Exposure Camera give you fine-tuned control
Filterstorm to remove stuff from your photos… like guys flashing their nipples
Average Camera Pro combines multiple pictures into one. Good at giving water that “glass look"
Cortex Cam works well for taking low-light photographs
His favorite sexy sax man
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Thu, 1 January 2015
This week, on our maiden episode of 2015: The story of an iOS developer who gave a gift so generous, it went totally viral; Discovering new apps and podcasts on iTunes is an awful experience, but we know how to fix it; plus, how Steve Jobs contributions helped build the new Disney...
And stay tuned for an all-new CultCast 2nd Hour! Pro photographer David Hobby shares his favorite gear for travel pics, his tips and tactics for taking great travel photos, plus his street photography advice will help you not get punched...
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 4500 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
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
Leander on twitter/instagram - @lkahney
Buster on twitter/instagram - @bst3r
This week's intro
iOS dev pays off his parents’ mortgage for Christmas
iPhone 6 drives App Store to new download record
Apple Pay comes to gas pumps in 2015
How Jobs helped shape the new Disney
2nd Hour Links
David Hobby on twitter:
Learn how to light on his Strobist site:
His favorite travel camera is the Fuji X100S: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HK8ZBE0
The Fuji X100T is the newer version of the X100S: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NF6ZGY6
David loves the book The Passionate Photographer: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0321719891
David’s lynda catalog of courses (please use lynda.com/cultcast to sign up):
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Thu, 25 December 2014
With 2015 nearly upon us, we pick our favorite tech, iOS apps, Mac apps, movies, and tv shows—everything that delighted us in 2014, on this very special, far too long, last-episode-of-the-2014 CultCast.
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 4500 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
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.
On This Episode
Boostier Hhhheine - @bst3r
Erfon Elijah - @erfon
Adam Christianson - @maccast
And def. check out
Our fave Tech Products
Our fave Mac Apps
Our fave iOS Apps
Our fave iOS Games
Our fave Movies
Our fave Christmas Movies
Our Fave TV Shows
The Walking Dead
Once Upon A Time
YoungArts Master Series
Game of Thrones
Breaking Bad
Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
Your mom!
Direct download: CultCast_159_-_2014_Favorite_Stuff-A-Sode.mp3
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Thu, 18 December 2014
Merry CultCast boys and girls! This week: Santa gets a little “grabby”; Apple wins a major lawsuit; our iPhones deserve "rollover" data plans; the incredibly low payouts artists get from Spotify; and the high-end gifts we really want but will never get on an all-new Get To Know Your Cultist.
Thanks to Audible for supporting this episode. Audible, the 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.
Announcement!
Join us for a live CultCast hangout on Saturday, December 20th, 1pm. Just head to live.thecultcast.com
Links to this week’s stories
Apple wins at last: iTunes DRM was ‘genuine improvement,’ jury finds
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/306320/apple-just-won-1-billion-ipod-lawsuit/#UiLVQyJJBqkLYx8W.99
T-Mobile’s Un-carrier 8.0 plan is rollover minutes for your data
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/306304/t-mobiles-un-carrier-8-0-plan-rollover-minutes-data/#LmLZQq3vYRJ4wmFJ.99
Bose plans to take on Beats with its own music streaming service
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/306275/bose-plans-take-beats-music-streaming-service/#By8zxRZ3eKmZI4Im.99
The expensive Christmas gifts we’ll never get
Leander is drooling over this $16,000 road bike: http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/road/performance_race/emonda/
Alex and Erfon want to find this $1300 Fuji X100T camera under their tree: http://www.fujifilm.com/products/digital_cameras/x/fujifilm_x100t/
Buster wants the new $2000 full-frame A7 II from Sony: http://www.wired.com/2014/11/sony-alpha-a7-mark-2/
This $3000 electric bicycle Erfon wants will have you blasting up hills like rocketman: http://www.currietech.com/eflowebikes/eflow-e3-nitro-l-4
Leander wants a 4K tele but needs to convince his wife:
Erfon drove the BMW i3 at CES this year, and if can muster $40,0000 he’s gonna buy it:
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Thu, 11 December 2014
This week: the Sony hack reveals all sorts of juicy Jobs movie tidbits; HBO uses Game of Thrones to break big cable’s iron grip; iPod Classic prices skyrocket as fans scramble to buy them; we’ll tell you how to get some fantastic iOS games absolutely free; and then we pitch our favorite tech and vote on which is best… it’s an all new Faves ’N Raves.
Thanks to lynda.com for support 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 4500 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 a big thanks to Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com for the great music you hear in today's show.
This week’s stories
HBO will use Game of Thrones to break cable’s iron grip
Fans scramble for iPod Classic, the music player Apple killed off
Sony hack reveals dirty secrets behind Aaron Sorkin’s Steve Jobs movie
Jeff Daniels slated to play ex-Apple CEO in Steve Jobs movie
Pocket Gamer will give away a top-rated iOS game every day for two weeks
This week’s intro
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12bojHojBKY&spfreload=10
And these vids….
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Thu, 4 December 2014
This week: how’s about that new Star Wars trailer! Plus, warm up the tele—Woz is getting a tech-filled reality TV show; we divulge our new favorite apps; we answer some ridiculous Qs in an all new get to know your Cultist; and finally, Steve Jobs denies Leander Kahney’s attempted handshake not once, but TWICE. Leander recounts the tale. We die laughing.
Our thanks to Might Tees for support this episode. Steve Jobs, Woz, the very vintage Apple Lisa, check out Might Tees for some of the best Apple-inspired tees in the land, and don’t miss indie designs features John Wayne and Captain Jean Luc Picard.
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This week’s links
Stephen colbert explains the new light saber
Microsoft declares iPhone 6 most popular device of 2014
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/304919/microsoft-declares-iphone-6-popular-device-2014/#vJp4j5PCj2W
Steve Wozniak is about to become a reality TV show
Get to Know Your Cultist - ultra mega edition - tons of great Qs here
Leander’s favorite band every is Blancmange
Woz opens a hotel door with his iPhone 6, gets mean comments
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Thu, 27 November 2014
Gobble gobble yaaa’aall! Ever wonder what a Thanksgiving meal with Tim Cook might be like? Ok, maybe not, but come imagine it with us anyway. Then: why Apple quietly included 4K support in iPhone 6 and iPad Air 2; and Amazon is building an ad-supported Netflix streaming competitor.
Plus stayed tuned for the CultCast gift guide! We’ll talk about the products we’d love to get as gifts this year.
Thanks to Fracture for supporting this episode! Fracture is pretty neat. They print your photos directly onto glass so they really pop. And they come ready to hang on a wall or sit on your desk. They’re great gifts too for your family or significant other.
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We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.
Links to this week’s stories
Jeff Goldblum on the iMac
iPad Air 2 and iPhone 6 secretly support 4K video
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/304077/ipad-air-2-iphone-6-secretly-support-4k-video-playback/#8Da6Z6w4ED8xfU83.99
The Van Damme splits you have to see
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M7FIvfx5J10&spfreload=10
And check out this classic Van Damage montage!
And this one for some epic splits!
But only watch this one if you’re ready to party
Gifts we talked about
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Thu, 20 November 2014
This week: Uber’s crazy culture is making the news, but we want to party with their brogrammers; why we’re not so jazzed on Apple Watch apps; why the next iPhone might feature a massively improved camera; why Steve Jobs drowned the first iPod prototype; and finally, what we like and don’t about the gadgets and Apple accessories we’re reviewing—it’s an all-new Under Review.
Thanks to lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With 3,119 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free with a 10-day free trial now at lynda.com/CultCast
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 stories
Tick tock, devs: WatchKit brings tools for making Apple Watch apps
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/303529/watchkit-arrives-giving-developers-ability-make-apple-watch-apps/#qvyUCg4qDBS0ZZY6.99
Sony’s new sensor could bring 4K video to next iPhone
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/303429/sonys-new-camera-sensor-bring-4k-video-next-iphone/#Wf73w0FPWaZz4WxW.99
Apple May Introduce 'Biggest Camera Jump Ever' in Next-Generation iPhone
Some OS X Yosemite Users Still Experiencing Wi-Fi Connection Issues Even After 10.10.1 Update
Why Steve Jobs drowned the first iPod prototype
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Thu, 13 November 2014
This week: huge news in the fight for an open internet; Youtube’s Music service confuses us; Apple Pay is like, the payment of the future, man; big Black Friday deals on Apple’s newest gadgets; the go-to apps we keep on our home screens, and sooooo much more.
This episode is sponsored by Cards Against Humanity's Ten Days or Whatever of Kwanzaa! You give Cards Against Humanity $15 and they'll send you ten mystery gifts for the ten days or whatever of Kwanzaa. Space is limited to the first 250,000 people who sign up at HolidayBullshit.com.
Our thanks to Squarespace for supporting this episode. Squarespace 7 is now live, and it’s the biggest update in years. Now building a beautiful website is easier than ever. See it in action and grab a free trial at Squarespace.com and use code “CultCast” at checkout for 10% off any order.
And Automatic! 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 habits, 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 all the great music you hear in today's show.
Links to this week's stories
YouTube delivers the music streaming service you’ve been waiting for
Pres. Obama comes out strong to support an open internet -https://www.fightforthefuture.org/hugewin/
Apple Pay is such a hit, event Google Wallet is seeing a big increase in usage
Netflix for iOS Updated With iPhone 6 Support, 1080p Video for iPhone 6 Plus
Apple’s new tool will nuke your phone number from iMessage forever - alex
Best Buy Discounting iPads, iPhones, Macs, and More for Black Friday
Home screen apps - the goto apps we keep on our home screens
Buster: Product Hunt, Acorns
Erfon: cPro Craigslist Client, Newsify
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Thu, 6 November 2014
This week: more rumored details of the 12-inch "iPad Pro”; 755 more Emojis coming soon to your iDevices; with Christian Bale out, we make our list of the actors that definitely *shouldn’t* replace him in the Sorkin-penned Jobs movie; and finally… nude or not? Do you keep your iDevices bare or covered up in a case? We ponder the pros and cons and ask the question: why are so many iPhone and iPad cases horrid pieces of garbage? We’ll pitch some of our faves, too.
Thanks to lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 3,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at 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.
Links to today's stories, aka, reading material for your toilet time
CNN caught using Microsoft Surface as iPad kickstand - buster
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/302105/cnn-hid-ipads-behind-microsoft-surface-mid-term-coverage/
CurrentC’s Apple Pay ban to expire in ‘months, not years’ - alex
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/301972/currentcs-apple-pay-ban-expire-months-years/#ebZFJiMCsOzIdxJO.99
12.2-inch iPad Pro could be thinner than the iPhone 6 Plus - alex
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/301811/12-2-inch-ipad-pro-thinner-iphone-6-plus/#WIoaajYWxPZw5Toj.99
Christian Bale bails on Steve Jobs movie - buster
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/301876/christian-bale-says-hes-steve-jobs-deserve-turns-role/#8yLuOTa1LJTZKczj.99
Michael Fassbender in talks to play Steve Jobs after Christian Bale bails - alex
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/302022/michael-fassbender-talks-play-steve-jobs-christian-bale-bails/#pBaTpoRzv6PIRSuu.99
Amazon Prime’s an even greater deal with unlimited photo storage
Your keyboard is about to get 755 new racially diverse emojis - booster
Apple Watch Pricing to Reportedly Start at $500 for Stainless Steel, $4,000 for Gold
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Wed, 29 October 2014
This week: the war on Apple Pay has begun. We’ll tell you why some of the biggest retailers are moving to block it, and all about the ridiculously dumb app they want you to use instead. Plus, our 72-hour review of the iPad Air 2; the FTC sues AT&T for throttling your data; Christian Bale is your next Steve Jobs; and we pitch our favorite tech and apps then vote on which is best—it’s an all-new Faves ’N Raves. And Faves N Raves. And….
Our thanks to Automatic for supporting this episode. 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.
And thanks to Sworl! With the free Sworl iOS app, you can print, frame and deliver beautifully wrapped photos, quickly and easily, all from your iPhone in less than 3 minutes. They’re great, easy gifts, too. Download the app from the App Store or learn more at GetSworl.com, and save 20% off your first order with code “CultCast” at checkout.
Links to this week’s stories:
FTC finally sues AT&T for throttling unlimited data plans
Inside the war on Apple Pay that’s doomed to fail
Why Christian Bale will play an amazing Steve Jobs
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Thu, 23 October 2014
This week: the iPad Air 2 reviews are in, and not everyone’s in love; Cult of Mac spends a day with Apple Pay; Yosemite and iOS 8.1 Continuity blows. our. minds; a potential cure for the painful #6PlusPinch; some welcome changes rumored for Beats Music; and we wrap with our favorite movie trilogies of all time in an all-new Get To Know Your Cultist.
And Smile Software. TextExpander touch 3 for iOS saves you time and effort by expanding your short abbreviations into full blocks of texts, code and more. Plus now includes a custom keyboard so you can use your abbreviations in any iOS app, including Mail and iMessage. See it in action at smilesoftware.com/cultcast We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear on today's show.
Links to this week's stories Early reviews of latest iPads praise new hardware, but wish for more Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/300493/ipad-air-2-ipad-mini-3-review-roundup/#6pJpRhGHdP6q3Lhi.99
Everything you can buy with Apple Pay starting today - buster
New iOS 8.1 features you need to know
Learn our favorite movie trilogies of all time in our new Get To Know Your Cultist! |
Thu, 16 October 2014
Fresh off the Apple event, our impressions of iPad Air 2, the iPad Mini 3, the big beautiful iMac with 5K display, and the updated Mac Mini. Plus, our favorite Continuity features of Yosemite and iOS 8.1; and HBO makes a move to offer all us cable cutters the a la cart TV we’ve always wanted. Boom. CultCast 149. Now ready for your listening pleasures. Our thanks to Squarespace for supporting this episode. Squarespace 7 is now live, and it’s the biggest update in years. Now building a beautiful website is easier than ever. See it in action and grab a free trial at Squarespace.com and use code “CultCast” at checkout for 10% off any order. And thanks to Sworl! With the free Sworl iOS App you can print, frame and deliver beautifully wrapped photos, quickly and easily, all from your iPhone in less than 3 minutes! They’re great, easy gifts, too. Download the app from the App Store or learn more at GetSworl.com, and save 20% off your first order with code “CultCast” at checkout. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.
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Wed, 8 October 2014
It’s official, friends: on October 16th, Apple will hold yet another hardware event, so ready your wallets, cause another round of gadgets is headed our way… we’ll run through our list of iPad and Mac expectations. Plus, ever wonder what it’s like to have a brand new iPhone 6 Plus stolen right out of your hands? Well we can tell you first hand, and we want your help to catch the crooks. All that and this week’s best Apple stories on our newest CultCast! Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With almost 2997 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast And Smile Software! TextExpander Touch from Smile let’s you expand short abbreviations you type on your iOS device into full blocks of text, code, pictures, and more. Plus now it will work in any iOS app and it syncs perfectly with the snippets you create on TextExpander for Mac. Visit smile software.com/cultcast and see it in action.
This week's stories Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/299089/way-long-apple-sends-invites-october-16th-event/#KLwPAbL5q2LDCe0G.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/299082/ipad-air-2-dummy-unit-show-apple/#6YtuBbKX72jfFwzw.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/298866/full-ipad-air-2-details-leak-ahead-next- Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/298932/crazy-rumor-claims-apples-12-inch-ipad-will-run-ios-os-x/#XpIspl2hJr4z81yb.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/298927/iphone-6-plus-proving-popular-even-apple-expected/#J5xG4VBcTjxOBcmw.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/298782/visiting-steve-jobs-last-resting-place/#2h9Gq7G63CxqcXbv.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/298887/seller-100000-iphone-prototype-looking-forward-apple-canceling-auction/#hVKVMMSt7jgTjEjr.99
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Thu, 2 October 2014
This week: it’s no coincidence—your love for Apple and their pretty gadgets was Steve Jobs' master plan... Then, Bendgate might seem overblown, but where there’s smoke there’s fire; we love our iPhone 6 Pluses, but dear lord, they’re huge… And finally, Jony Ive gains a counterpart in Apple's newest Industrial Designer.
Direct download: CultCast_147_-_Extra-Gadgetal_Affairs.mp3
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Wed, 24 September 2014
Bendgate! Some say it’s Antennagate 2.0, but is there a legitimate issue happening here? We’ll tell you what we think about these “bent” iPhones… Then, we’ve used it for a whole week—catch our updated impressions of iPhone 6. Plus, why you should hold off on installing iOS 8.0.1, and what you can do if you already have. And finally, it’s not just the big screen, there might be another reason the iPhone 6 has been impossible to buy. We’ll tell you our stories from launch day…
Get bent: The shocking history of bent smartphones Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/297404/get-bent-shocking-history-bent-smartphones/#meDRYmDMUlBTZRd6.99 Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/297322/iphone-6-final-review-stages-ahead-china-launch/#zZ47kGckfiQhG27u.99 Applecare Plus, Squaretrade, or no insurance? (discussion) |
Wed, 17 September 2014
The reviews are in! We’ll tell you what people love and don’t about the iPhone 6... Then, RIP, iPod Classic. We remember the humble beginnings of the device that built the new Apple. And finally, Apple announced a base price of $349 for the Apple Watch, sure, but the prices for the other editions might make even Rolex envious. All that plus the lesser known features of iOS 8; how to get U2 out of your iTunes; and a new social video app has us taking more selfies than ever. Free with space on your Mac with Clean My Mac 2 by Macpaw! http://macpaw.com/cultcast And get up off your butt, stand during your workday with one of Varidesk's afforable standing desks! Check them out at Varidesk.com and enter CultCast in the "how did you hear about us" section.
Apple launches site to help you remove U2’s free album forever http://www.cultofmac.com/295975/apple-launches-site-help-people-remove-u2s-shitty-free-album/#U2z0xVlLHli6WyP7.99
A sad day for the people of 4Chan - Apple’s two-factor authentication now protects iCloud backups http://arstechnica.com/security/2014/09/apples-two-factor-authentication-now-protects-icloud-backups/ Apple confirms iPhone 6 NFC chip is only for Apple Pay at launch http://www.cultofmac.com/296093/apple-confirms-iphone-6-nfc-apple-pay/#xoYOeFJkifiIY8T5.99 Apple will make 15 cents for every $100 spent on Apple Pay http://www.cultofmac.com/296086/apple-will-make-15-cents-every-100-spent-apple-pay/#sfu9GDJdpOOZtSGi.99 An illustrated history of the iPod and its massive impact http://www.cultofmac.com/124565/an-illustrated-history-of-the-ipod-and-its-massive-impact-ipod-10th-anniversary/#GZ5TRFJhQwUSRFVX.99 Gruber takes a stab at future  Watch Pricing http://daringfireball.net/2014/09/apple_watch?utm_medium=referral&utm_source=pulsenews
Direct download: CultCast_145_-_Death_of_a_Classic-new.mp3
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Wed, 10 September 2014
Decision time: Which iPhone 6 is right for you? We’ll walk you though the features of both new iPhones and help you make that very decision in time for the pre-order.
Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,800 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast
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Thu, 4 September 2014
This week: The Fappening! How did so many high-profile celebrity nudies leak for all to see, and is an iCloud flaw responsible for the debacle? We’ll tell you what happened, how it happened, and how you can keep your nude selfies safe from prying eyes. Plus, our predictions for Apple’s September 9th media event—we dust off crystal balls and reveal our predictions of the iPhone and iWatch models and specs we expect to be unveiled on the big day.
And Automatic! 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
Direct download: CultCast_143_-_Our_iWatch_and_iPhone_6_Predictions.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:02pm PDT |
Thu, 28 August 2014
This week: Mark your calendars for Sept. 9th, friends, cause iWatch is nigh! Plus, an insanely accurate iPhone 6 leak hits Youtube; the apps we use to send our friends and family money; why everyone’s buzzing about Hyperlapse; rumors of a 12.9-inch iPad resurface; we discuss some listener feedback; and privileged apps that live in our menu bars. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for the great music you hear in today's show.
Link to this week's stories iWatch will debut alongside iPhone 6 on September 9th http://www.cultofmac.com/292911/apple-reveal-iwatch-alongside-iphone-6-september-event/#tfDMcHqtvBBkVp4R.99 We read listener feedback (discussion) Contribute yours at www.thecultcast.com/feedback Which apps live in your menu bars? We'll tell you ours (discussion) |
Thu, 21 August 2014
This week: Steve Ballmer finally lands the perfect job; NFC and your iPhone make credit cards obsolete; iPhone 6 gets even faster data access; new photos gives us our best look yet at a 4.7-inch iPhone 6; an Apple ad so good it wins an Emmy; APPL stock hits an all-time high; and, behold, Podcasting turns 10! Oh, and it’s growing like crazy, too. Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,800 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.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. |
Thu, 14 August 2014
This week: Robin Williams. We remember the incredible passion, talent, comedy and heartbreak of one life’s great artists. Then, stay tuned for this week’s best iPhone 6 and iPad rumors; Oculus Rift coming to OS X; the good, bad, and ugly of iTunes Family sharing; and we pitch our favorite tech and apps in an all-new Faves N’Raves. Our thanks to Smile Software for supporting this episode! If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac and iOS.
And Automatic! Plug Automatic into your car's data port, and paired with their beautiful 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. |
Thu, 7 August 2014
This week: iThieves, beware! Find My iPhone is now a tool of vigilante justice; iPhone 6’s release date gets leaked; we reveal our favorite must-have apps for Mac and iOS; why the next iPhone could ship with 32GB standard; and we wrap’er up with all-new Get To Know Your Cultist: movie edition! Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast And Squarespace, the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create your own professional website, portfolio, and online store. For a free trial and 10% off, visit Squarespace.com and enter offer code “CultCast" at checkout. A better web starts with your website. |
Thu, 31 July 2014
This week: with over 300,000 followers, we welcome back professional (and paid!) Instagram’er Cory @WithHearts Staudacher to share his iPhone photo editing tips and reveal which camera apps he relies on daily. Plus, why our cities deserve municipal internet; unlocking your iPhone gets legal… again; great changes on the horizon for Apple's Podcasts app; and our musings on the freshly-updated 13 and 15-inch MacBook Pros. Cheerio, guvs! Our thanks to Squarespace for supporting this episode! Ahh, Squarespace, future home of Buster's Beard Kits, it's the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create your own professional website, portfolio, and online store. For a free trial and 10% off, visit Squarespace.com and enter offer code “CultCast" at checkout. A better web starts with your website. And we couldn't forget a big thanks to TextExpander. If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac and iOS. TextExpander saves you time and effort by expanding short abbreviations into frequently-used text, pictures, code blocks, and more, and it's an application we use every single day. Try it out for free at http://smilesoftware.com/cultcast |
Thu, 24 July 2014
This week: William Shatner is the coolest grandpa ever; to take on Apple, Microsoft doubles down on design; Apple inches closer to a digital wallet; why the Apple on your iPhone 6 could glow; iBeacons are a marketer’s best friend; and then… if you could ride any animal into battle, what would it be? We’ll answer that question and more on an all-new Get To Know Your Cultist. Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast And a big thanks to Kevin MacLeod for all the great music you hear on this week's episode. Links to todays stories: OS X Yosemite beta goes public — here’s how to get it http://www.cultofmac.com/288717/apples-os-x-yosemite-public-beta-live/#5TqpPA3ODgazIybP.99
http://williamshatner.tumblr.com/ http://www.cbsnews.com/news/microsoft-makes-design-central-to-its-future/ Apple’s mobile payments solution could arrive in the iPhone 6 this fall http://www.cultofmac.com/288607/apples-mobile-payments-solution-finally-arrive-iphone-6-fall/#YtuFpUY3cdZYeBkJ.99 http://www.cultofmac.com/288316/apple-orders-insane-number-new-iphones-5-5-inch-model-faces-setbacks/#FTtKB7oWcfRavQKE.99 Glowing Apple logo could serve up alerts on iPhone 6 http://www.cultofmac.com/288148/glowing-apple-logo-serve-alerts-iphone-6/#XvLprk5SVvBdgi0p.99 All the little tweaks Apple added to iOS 8 beta 4 http://www.cultofmac.com/288205/new-stuff-ios-8-beta-4/#GXlAAx0rCkmvz1IM.99 A look at the redesigned iTunes 12 in OS X Yosemite beta http://www.cultofmac.com/288212/itunes-12-tour/#siIZOsCFJShLeyFx.99 Apple’s iBeacons are paying off for advertisers in a huge way http://bgr.com/2014/07/23/apple-ibeacon-advertising-stats/? |
Thu, 17 July 2014
This week: Chicks on tech! Plus, rumored Apple tech could give weeklong battery life to your iPhone; why your grandma will love the new iTunes; Apple and IBM kiss and make up; Kim Kardashian’s iOS app makes way more than it should; Beats brings the marketing magic back to Apple; and we pitch our favorite apps and tech then vote on which one’s best—it’s an all new Faves N Raves! Our thanks to Smile Software for supporting this episode! If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac and iOS.
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Thu, 10 July 2014
This time on The CultCast: thirsty Germans drink the tears of Brazilian children! Ohhh, sorry. Too soon? Also on the docket: the secret Apple eBay store is back at it and selling iPhones at absurdly low prices; we pitch insanely great feature we hope Apple bakes in to Siri soon; a Youtuber gets his hands on the iPhone 6’s sapphire screen and its durability is hard to believe; and… GEEKN, the new segment where we divulge whatever gadget or activity we’re currently obsessing over. Stay tuned till the end for that. This week's stories: Secret Apple factory outlet is the cheapest place to get an iPhone 5 http://www.cultofmac.com/286607/apple-launches-new-secret-ebay-store-refurbished-iphone-5/#FdbhHhv6po5xSfuU.99 http://www.cultofmac.com/286521/siris-ultimate-killer-feature-remembering/#MEVH0hVBoZ7qG2lC.99 Steve Jobs was right: Tablet sales set to topple the PC market http://www.cultofmac.com/286533/steve-jobs-right-tablet-sales-set-topple-pc-2015/#IGbC7kXHvhRmEFEK.99 Total iBeacon shipments will blow past 60 million units by 2019 http://www.cultofmac.com/286670/ibeacons-shipments-will-pass-60-million-2019/#Jg1D8XxZ1xPo3QAW.99 iPhone 6 Sapphire display emerges unscathed from brutal scratch test http://www.cultofmac.com/286467/iphone-6-sapphire-display-comes-scratch-test-completely-unscathed/#U4ojRrsVz8WrxhwQ.99 Battery life will still suck on ultra-slim iPhone 6 http://www.cultofmac.com/286352/thinnification-iphone-will-suck-battery-life/#qXpG6jbAE8OxdRqe.99 http://www.cultofmac.com/286323/foxconn-ready-release-army-robots-build-iphone-6/#PeYEPBdHSxZLEEro.99 OS X Yosemite gets Dark Mode and other interface tweaks in third developer preview http://www.cultofmac.com/286422/os-x-yosemite-gets-dark-mode-interface-tweaks-third-developer-preview/#sF6o1skpLPXmyLAW.99 All the tiny new tweaks added in iOS 8 beta 3 http://www.cultofmac.com/286369/tweaks-added-ios-8-beta-3/#WSIIWkBSwkbJBiQJ.99 |
Thu, 3 July 2014
USA! USA! On this festive new episode, we reveal our favorite 4th activities and it’s clear Alex E Heath will be in jail by the 5th. Our thanks to Smile Software for supporting this episode! If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac and iOS.
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Thu, 26 June 2014
This week on the CultCast: Leander’s Big Adventure! Leander’s back to tell us about his top secret mission to Apple HQ. CoM reviews editor Charlie Sorrell tells us about some cool gear he’s reviewing. We also run through a list of all the great hardware we’re expecting Apple to dump on us in just a few short months… And we wrap up with an all new Get to Know Your Cultist, and this round has us diving into some of our favorite movies ever made. Guess who has the weird choice? You’re right it’s Leander… Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast And our thanks to Slingbox for their support! Slingbox is the best way to watch your TV anywhere, and brings your cable set-top box, satellite receiver or DVR, right to your favorite mobile device, wherever you are in the world. With no monthly fees. Check it out at slingbox.com/cult, and get $50 off plus free shipping on a new Slingbox. We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show. Links to today's topics: Microsoft will pay you $650 to ditch your MacBook Air for a Surface 12 Inch MacBook Air to Begin Production in 3rd Quarter 2014 iPhone 6 Said to Launch on Friday September 19 in 32 GB and 64 GB Variants Bloomberg: Apple’s Big IPhones Said to Start Production Next Month Google reveals its real face: unfocused, unoriginal and a little bit evil http://www.cultofmac.com/285112/google-reveals-real-face-unfocused-unoriginal-bit-evil/#oeZq3Ijlo1Bmkh2P.99 |
Thu, 19 June 2014
There’s a fire in the Amazon! Ok, but bad jokes aside, we’ll tell you what we love and don’t about Amazon's much-buzzed debut mobile phone. Plus: the iMac just got a lot cheaper… and slower; another Weibo leak reportedly shows a huge 5.5-inch iPhone 6; the cool additions to iOS 8 and Yosemite's 2nd betas; this summer’s hottest mens’ bathing suit attire; plus, you asked, we answer—it’s an all-new CultCast Q&A!
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Thu, 12 June 2014
OMG YAA'AALL, it’s CultCast time. This week we bring to thee some more cool iOS 8 features you didn’t hear about at WWDC, plus we'll tell you all about the new time-lapse video feature we've been playing with. Then, with the rumors swirling that fall will bring us iWatch, we have to wonder what features and price point it will need to make want one adoring our wrists. All that plus Apple’s marketing arm gets major renovations, and in honor of this weeks’ E3, we say why Nintendo absolutely needs to bring Mario to iOS to survive! And our thanks to Slingbox for their support! We also want to give Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com a huge thanks for all the great music you hear in today's show.
Direct download: CultCast_131_-_May_the_Schwartz_Be_With_You.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:14pm PDT |
Thu, 5 June 2014
Wow! This year’s WWDC is one of the most important in years, and on this week’s CultCast, we unpack all the new features announced for Yosemite, iOS 8, and tell you which ones we can’t believe we ever lived without. |
Thu, 29 May 2014
It’s all happening! WWDC 2014 is right around the corner, and if recent rumors are true, Apple’s about to make major moves into your home with iOS 8—we’ll fill you in. Plus, the Apple/Beats deal is a reality, and the news hits right as we’re recording. And don't miss an all new CultCast 2nd Hour. We'll be speaking to popular Youtuber Jonathan Mann, who, for the last five years, has written one song every. single. day. We talk to Jonathan about the inspiration, perspiration, and agony of making art, and what it was like to have his songs unexpectedly featured by Steve Jobs at one of Apple's most infamous press conferences. Our thanks to Slingbox for supporting this episode! Slingbox is the best way to watch your TV anywhere, and brings your cable set-top box, satellite receiver or DVR, right to your favorite mobile device, wherever you are in the world. With no monthly fees. Check it out at http://slingbox.com/cult, and get $50 off plus free shipping on a new Slingbox.
Direct download: CultCast_129_-_Just_chill..._til_the_next_episode..mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:10pm PDT |
Thu, 22 May 2014
This week: two incredible Apple artifacts hit the auction block; the Govern-na-tah uses iPad for shirtless selfies; Oompa-loompas leak iPad Pro pics; why the Beats acquisition could be all about video; Woz sets the FCC straight on net neutrality; and a popular travel app you should definitely download like, right now. Our thanks to Smile Software for supporting this episode! If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac and iOS. TextExpander saves you time and effort by expanding short abbreviations into frequently-used text, pictures, code blocks, and more, and it's an application we use every single day. Try it out for free at http://smilesoftware.com/cultcast WWDC Keynote - they’re gonna have one at 10am June 2nd Apple bought Beats for video, suggests Steve Jobs’ biographer |
Thu, 15 May 2014
If all the reports ring true, Apple is about to embark on their largest acquisition ever, and the ramifications could be massive. And on this episode of The CultCast, we dissect the Apple/Beats merger, and ask the questions: what could Apple possibly have planned for the worlds most popular headphone brand? Are new wearable headphone tech a part of Apple's future? And most importantly, could the Doctor D-R-E be Apple’s next CEO?
Strap on ya gats, ya’ll...
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Direct download: CultCast_127_-_Straight_Outta_Cupertino.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:03pm PDT |
Thu, 8 May 2014
This time: No—those rumored new EarPods won’t measure your pulse—last week's biggest Apple rumor was a fake made up by a guy on a toilet! Plus, why you shouldn’t expect new hardware at June’s WWDC; iPhone warns you when the NSA wants you for drug trafficking; Apple’s newest executive gets a HUGE payday; Katie Cotton, Apple’s long time PR leader and Steve Jobs confidant, calls it quits; Cupertino will take on Samsung with more Guerrilla-style marketing; and since you asked, we reveal the jobs we’ve always wanted on an all-new Get To Know Your Cultist. Our thanks to Smile Software for supporting this episode! If you haven't tried TextExpander from Smile software, you’re missing out on one of the most useful apps available for the Mac. TextExpander saves you time and effort by expanding short abbreviations into frequently-used text and pictures, and it's an application Erfon uses every single day. Try it out yourself for free at http://smilesoftware.com/cultcast |
Thu, 1 May 2014
This time: rumored new EarPods take your pulse and more; Updated Macbook Airs get faster and cheaper; a leaked "iPhone 6" case indicates an iPod-inspired design; Google takes on Office with new iOS apps for Drive; we ponder the state of the iPod; and we pitch our favorite tech and apps then vote on which is best… it’s an all new Faves N Raves! Thanks to Lynda.com for supporting this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast. And Squarespace, the all-in-one platform that makes it fast and easy to create your own professional website, portfolio, and online store. For a free trial and 10% off, visit Squarespace.com and enter offer code "CultCast" at checkout. A better web starts with your website.
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:03pm PDT |
Thu, 24 April 2014
Apple just made so much money, they’re splitting their stock 7-to-1, and other surprising (and non-boring) notes from their recent financial call. Plus, the best way to get the Apple stuff you want at lower prices; OS X beta now available to even non-devs; Apple Maps spots Nessie; Apple celebrates Earth Day with some great new marketing; why we’re crazy about Apple Campus 2; and forget Ashton, how about Leonardo DiCaprio as the next Steve Jobs? Our thanks to New Relic for sponsoring this episode! New Relic, the all-in-one web application performance management (APM) tool that lets you see performance from the end user experience, through servers, and down to the line of application code. Put simply, New Relic helps the people who build modern software understand the stories their data is trying to tell them. If you’re ready to make your software run better, head over to http://newrelic.com/cultcast for a free 30 day trial.
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Category:general -- posted at: 9:10pm PDT |
Thu, 17 April 2014
Back in September, popular Youtuber Lewis Hilsenteger released a hands-on video of what he believed to be the outer shell of the iPad 5. The video exploded on the internet, and 6 weeks later when Apple announced the iPad Air, it confirmed his video preview was spot on.
So how does someone get their hands on the parts of one of Apple's most anticipated gadgets weeks before it’s announced?
Our guest this episode is Lewis Hilsentenger, and he’s going to tell us exactly how he did it.
Plus, sightings iPhone 6 parts are ramping up; iWatch might come in two sizes; the new Steve Jobs movie just hit a setback, but it's ok, because one of the best movies of all time is getting a sequel.
Our thanks to our friends at New Relic for supporting this conversation.
New Relic, the all-in-one web application performance management (APM) tool that lets you see performance from the end user experience, through servers, and down to the line of application code. Put simply, New Relic helps the people who build modern software understand the stories their data is trying to tell them. If you’re ready to make your software run better, head over to NewRelic.com/cultcast for a free 30 day trial.
And iFixit! You’ve seen their amazing teardowns of the hottest tech and gadgets, but did you know you can use iFixit's free step-by-step repair guides to fix virtually anything? Free we say! Check them out at http://iFixit.com/cultcast, and for the best tools around for fixing Macs and iDevices, pick up their Pro Tech Toolkit! Get $10 off with code “CultCast” at checkout.
And thanks to Kevin MacLeod at incompetech.com for the music used in this episode.
Story links:
Leaked Image Appears To Show iPhone 6 Front Panel [Rumor] Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274506/leaked-image-appears-show-iphone-6-front-panel-rumor/#4M9daeGKyek4W1iK.99
* A single image showing what appears to be a larger iPhone screen has shown up on Chinese microblogging website Weibo. * The photo — posted by user jiezhixc on Tuesday — depicts what looks like a current generation iPhone 5s being held up as comparison, showing how significantly larger the iPhone 6 could potentially be.
Leaked Assembly Line Photos Could Reveal Big Battery Life For iPhone 6 - John Brownlee Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274521/leaked-assembly-line-photos-reveal-big-battery-life-iphone-6/#UkssSuePdS0xHRgh.99
* Hot on the heels of this morning’s leak of the alleged front panel of the 4.7-inch iPhone 6, a new photo purportedly shows the battery of Apple’s next-gen smartphone. * Published by Nowhereelse.fr, the image shows a supposed iPhone 6 battery with its tell-tale metallic section (present on current iPhone batteries) in a different place
Leaked Foxconn Images Appear To Show iPhone 6 Chassis [Gallery] Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274357/leaked-foxconn-images-appear-show-iphone-6-chassis-gallery/#El7xEvOjX2acSluk.99
* New leaked images purportedly taken inside a Foxconn plant show the iPhone 6 chassis and a handful of manufacturing molds for Apple’s upcoming smartphone. * The photos, posted on Chinese microblogging website Weibo over the weekend, appear to confirm that Apple will increase the size of the iPhone.
Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274357/leaked-foxconn-images-appear-show-iphone-6-chassis-gallery/#El7xEvOjX2acSluk.99
LG To Be Sole Supplier Of Flexible Displays For iWatch [Rumor] Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274515/lg-sole-supplier-flexible-displays-iwatch-rumor/#DlWDjve7GGRvZBGh.99
David Fincher Backs Out Of Directing Steve Jobs Movie For Sony Read more at http://www.cultofmac.com/274427/david-fincher-backs-directing-steve-jobs-movie-sony/#GckSKiMwlPfYHMQb.99
* David Fincher, who was previously rumored to direct Sony’s movie about Steve Jobs, is now out of the picture. According to The Hollywood Reporter, Fincher and Sony have parted ways due to disagreements over “compensation and control.”
Google Glass Sells Out In First One Day Sale http://www.cultofandroid.com/61562/google-glass-sells-first-ever-one-day-sale/
* On Tuesday, Google began selling Google Glass to residents of the United States for a 24-hour period. |
Thu, 10 April 2014
Queue the spy music, cause on this week’s CultCast, our very own Buster Heine sneaks into Apple’s under-construction Arizona Sapphire Crystal factory and reports back what he’s found. Plus, WWDC dishes out golden tickets like they’re Willy Wonka; what you can do about HeartBleed; all that’s been revealed in the ongoing Apple V. Samsung trial; and you asked, so we answer: why we love Apple but would never want to work there. Thanks to iFixit for sponsoring the show! You’ve seen iFixit's amazing teardowns of the hottest tech and gadgets, but did you know you can use their free step-by-step repair guides to fix virtually anything? Free we say! Check them out at http://iFixit.com/cultcast, and for the best tools around for fixing Macs and iDevices, pick up their Pro Tech Toolkit! Get $10 off with code “CultCast” at checkout. And New Relic! New Relic, the all-in-one web application performance management (APM) tool that lets you see performance from the end user experience, through servers, and down to the line of application code. Put simply, New Relic helps the people who build modern software understand the stories their data is trying to tell them. If you’re ready to make your software run better, head over to NewRelic.com/cultcast for a free 30 day trial. This Week's Stories Buster goes rogue, sneaks into Apple's Sapphire Crystal Plant (discussion) Got A Golden Ticket? Apple’s WWDC Invites Are Hottest Thing Going Heartbleed Security Bug: What Apple Users Need to Know All we've learned from the ongoing Apple V. Samsung Trial (discussion) |
Thu, 3 April 2014
You want iPhone rumors? Well CultCast's got'em, brotherrrr! This time: the rumored 5.5-inch iPhone 6 gets delayed; Foxconn iPhone photos leak; patents indicate a future of interchangeable iLenses. Plus, what FireTV has that AppleTV needs; iWork online gets an update; Office finally comes to iPad; and Facebook bought Oculus, but why? Thanks to New Relic for sponsoring the show! New Relic, the all-in-one web application performance management (APM) tool that lets you see performance from the end user experience, through servers, and down to the line of application code. Put simply, New Relic helps the people who build modern software understand the stories their data is trying to tell them. If you’re ready to make your software run better, head over to http://newrelic.com/cultcast for a free 30 day trial. And Squarespace! Treat yourself to a brand new website with the help of Squarespace - a drag-and-drop, do-it-yourself site builder with everything you need to create an exceptional website. Head to http://Squarespace.com to start a free trial. Use the offer code “cultcast” when you decide to purchase, and you’ll receive a 10% discount off your order.
This Week's Stories
Apple Buys iFixit and Other 2014 April Fools Jokes |
Sat, 29 March 2014
We're excited to bring you all the hoot'n hollerin' good times from our first ever CultCast LIVE event!
Join us and several hundred of our closet friends as we talk our Macwolrd 2014 impressions; the state Apple today with a very special guest; why booths need babes-we get it straight from one very beautiful tradeshow model; we pitch our favorite tech from the floor on Macworld 2014-edition Faves N Raves; plus, don't miss your chance to grab a 100% free license for DiskAid 6. No joke! No BS. Stay tuned for the url to visit.
Thanks to DiskAid 6 for making this event possible, and to Macupdate! Be sure to check out deals.macupdate.com regularly for significant discounts and daily deals on all kinds of popular Mac software.
And a big thanks to our amazing listeners for their support insane enthusiasm at our first CultCast Live event. We love you guys and gals.
Direct download: CultCast_120_-_CultCast_LIVE__Macworld_2014.mp3
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Thu, 27 March 2014
We’ve descended upon San Francisco for Macworld 2014! Join us for our show expectations, plus plenty of news, rumors, and discussion on: why 2014 might be the year for Retina Macbook Airs; Apple’s plans for a streaming TV service with Comcast; Office coming to iPad; the problem with emojis; and why iTunes needs to be more like Spotify. |
Thu, 20 March 2014
Secret sauce—it’s the reason Apple keeps winning where others fail, and on our newest CultCast, we discuss the recipe that keeps Apple ahead of the pack. Plus, iOS 8 rumors detail some powerful new features; whispers of an impossibly thin iPhone 6; A-list musicians praise Pono as the digital music player for audiophiles; iPad 4 makes a comeback; and we reveal our favorite Cult movies on a all-new Get To Know Your Cultist! |
Thu, 13 March 2014
On this ep. ya'aaall: All that we love about iOS 7.1; rumors of a 4.7 and 5.7-inch iPhone 6 gets more credible; CultCast Studios gets a new home; why Flappy Bird might fly back into the App Store; 2014 brings a new MS Office; iTunes Radio is taking over; and an intriguing new iPod challenger gets a lot of buzz... Thanks to our sponsors! FreshBook, the simple online accounting solution built for small business owners – just like you – who want to skip the headache of tax time. For a limited time, try FreshBooks free 60 days. To get started, visit getfreshbooks.com now and enter CultCast in the “How Did You Hear About Us” section. |
Thu, 6 March 2014
Hallelujah, iOS has come to the car! On this week’s CultCast, we’ll tell you all we love and don’t about Apple’s new CarPlay-enabled automobiles. Plus: why Apple’s best years are still to come; why iOS 7.1 could drop at any moment; why new iPhones might drop every six months; and we pitch our favorite tech and apps on an all new Faves 'N Raves. Thanks to Backblaze online backup for supporting this episode! Founded by ex-Apple engineers, Blackblaze was built to work seemlessly with all the Macs in your life. Get simple, easy-to-use, unlimited backup for your Macs and external hard drives. Try it for free at http://Backblaze.com/cultofmac. And thanks to Squarespace for making this episode a reality. Treat yourself to a brand new website with the help of Squarespace - a drag-and-drop, do-it-yourself site builder with everything you need to create an exceptional website. Head to http://Squarespace.com/ to start a free trial and use the offer code “cultcast” to save 10% off any order.
This week's stories Oscars Host Ellen DeGeneres Ditched Her Galaxy Note For An iPhone Apple To Finally Discontinue The Non-Retina MacBook Pro This Year [Rumor] Apple CFO Joins Goldman Sachs Board of Directors Apple Poaches HTC Engineers To Speed Up Product Development iOS 7.1 Rumored To Launch By Next Week CarPlay: iOS Comes to the Car (discussion)
Direct download: CultCast_116_-_The_Best_Is_Yet_To_Come.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:53pm PDT |
Thu, 27 February 2014
This time: The mysterious life of Timothy Cook; exciting rumors around the new Jobs movie; Mavericks 10.9.2’s features and fixes; why you should install iOS 7.0.6 like, right now; Netflix pays off Comcast; and we’re too sexy for this podcast. Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast. And Sanebox.com! Do you get too much email? Then SaneBox is for you. It moves unimportant emails out of the Inbox into a separate folder and summarizes them in a digest. Try it out for free at http://sanebox.com/cultcast This week's stories Hipster Beard Transplants Are All the Rage These Days http://gizmodo.com/hipster-beard-transplants-are-all-the-rage-these-days-1530786332 Why iOS 7.0.6 Is A Way More Important Update Than You Think - Alex http://www.cultofmac.com/267501/ios-6-0-6-way-important-update-think/#EhF4380S3Xw3ogw8.99 Netflix Tosses In The Towel, Will Pay Comcast To Stream Video To You Tim Cook’s ROBERTSDALE Alabama Youth Profiled http://blog.al.com/live/2014/02/tim_cook_--_apple_ceo_and_robe.html |
Thu, 20 February 2014
Greetings comrades! This time on CultCast: for first time, Apple brings iTunes Festival to United States, but why not mother Russia? Facebook buys WhatApp for cool 19 billion Ruples… but why? Then, like enemy of Putin, Jony Ive vanishes from Apple website; Apple and Tesla make secret talks, could this mean iCar? Only the KGB knows for sure. And don’t miss all new Faves N Raves where men pitch favorite tech and apps then supreme leader chooses with one is best! Thanks to Fresbooks for sponsoring this episode! FreshBooks, the simple online accounting solution built for small business owners – just like you – who want to skip the headache of tax time. For a limited time, try FreshBooks free 60 days. To get started, visit getfreshbooks.com now and enter CultCast in the “How Did You Hear About Us” section . And thanks to macupdate.com - You know what we love? Getting big discounts on Mac apps. Be sure to check out deals.macupdate.com regularly for significant discounts and daily deals on all kinds of popular Mac software. |
Thu, 13 February 2014
We'll never stop Flapping! On this episode, we investigate the worldwide obsession with the iOS wünder-game, Flappy Bird, plus, the bizarre story of why the game's developer pulled the wildly popular game so abruptly from the App Store. Plus, some new iPhone 6 rumors surface, and a Macintosh super-grid you've never heard of is hunting down a cure for cancer. Thanks to our sponsors! Freshbooks, the simple cloud accounting solution that’s helping thousands of new entrepreneurs and small business owners savetime billing and get paid faster. Sign up free today at GetFreshBooks.com and join over 5 million users running their business with ease. And thanks to Lynda.com. With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast.
Direct download: CultCast_113_-_Give_Us_Flapping_Or_Give_Us_Death.mp3
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Thu, 6 February 2014
With rumors of a new Apple-made “fitness app” in iOS 8, secrets meeting with the FDA, and murmurs of more sleep and fitness expert joining the Apple ranks, the iWatch rumors are heating up on this week’s CultCast! Plus, a classic Nintendo game makes its way to iOS; Microsoft says goodbye to the one and only Steve Ballmer; and new job openings in Cupertino could mean big upgrades in battery life for future MacBooks… Thanks to Squarespace for supporting this episode! Treat yourself to a brand new website with the help of Squarespace - a drag-and-drop, do-it-yourself site builder with everything you need to create an exceptional website. Head to http://Squarespace.com/cultcast to start a free trial. Use the offer code “CultCast” when you decide to purchase, and you’ll receive a 10% discount off your order. |
Thu, 30 January 2014
This time: iBras make the world a better place; Apple TV is your tele’s next gaming console; iPhone 6's get huger screens; Net Neutrality and why you should care; and Erfon pitches the best Fave N Rave pick EVER... Thanks to SaneBox for sponsoring this episode! Do you get too much email? Then SaneBox is for you. It moves unimportant emails out of the Inbox into a separate folder and summarizes them in a digest. Try it out for free at http://sanebox.com/cultcast And Ting! The straight forward wireless carrier who doesn't overcharge. With Ting, you only pay for the data, minutes, and text messages you use. Plus, no contracts, ever! See how much could be saving on your wireless bill at http://cultcast.ting.com. |
Thu, 23 January 2014
This time: the Mac and its iconic ad turns 30! We’ll recall the vintage models of yore. Plus, Google contacts make you a cuter nerd; Beats music has a feature others should copy; why Jailbreaking is losing its luster; and a trusty iOS app makes watching unsupported video formats a cinch. |
Thu, 16 January 2014
This time: Finally, a full-size iOS controller for manly hands! Tim Cook just loves China so much ya’ll; Google buys Nest and their 100 ex-Apple employees, but why? Aaron Sorkin’s Jobs movie finally gets a script, Kutcher just gets a Razzie nod.
Direct download: CultCast_109_-_Steve_Jobs_Night_Ninja.mp3
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Thu, 9 January 2014
We’re live from Las Vegas talking about the best and worst gadgets and tech from the 2014 Consumer Electronics show! We’ll call out some of our favorite Apple accessories too, and some will surprise you. Plus, did you hear about the Michael Bay meltdown at the Samsung keynote? Well we were there, and things got weird. We’ll tell you the story.
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Thu, 2 January 2014
If you had to pick one app, piece of tech, and one movie as your favorite of 2013, what would they be? We'll tell you ours on this first episode of the year! Plus, we all know NSA likes backdoor action, but are they really spying on us via our iDevices, and worse, is Apple in cahoots? We'll tell you what we think... Thanks to Squarespace for making this episode possible. Treat yourself to a brand new website with the help of Squarespace - a drag-and-drop, do-it-yourself site builder with everything you need to create an exceptional website. Head to http://Squarespace.com/cultcast to start a free trial. Use the offer code “cultcast1” when you decide to purchase, and you’ll receive a 10% discount off your order. |
Wed, 25 December 2013
Ho Ho Ho, it's Christmas CultCast time! This episode: a new deal in China hands Apple 770 million potential new customers; we cover some of the wackiest rumors of 2013; the Mac Pro delivers surprising results in performance tests; some of the best apps just went on sale; and we recall some of the best and worst gifts we've given or received! Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast. |
Thu, 19 December 2013
This time: Apple has a new Christmas commericial, and some are hailing it as their best ad yet. Mac Pro, Apple's most powerful computer ever, just went on sale, but can you stomach the price? Beyonce's iTunes-only album release breaks all the records, proves we are indeed not ready for her jelly. An alarming new study shows pervs can use your Mac camera to peep your naked bod. Plus we choose on our favorite Christmas movies! |
Thu, 12 December 2013
This week on the CultCast—its layout, its machinery, and the creative people and processes that build the amazing products we love—we go behind the veil of Apple’s insanely secretive design studio. Plus, how to get great paid apps for free (it’s legal, promise!), and could an Apple/Microsoft merger be in our future? One analyst thinks so… Thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast. |
Thu, 5 December 2013
Pro television editor and motion graphics artist Mike Gaines joins to tell us the Pros and Cons of Apple's new cylindrical beauty, the Mac Pro. Plus, Darth Vader has an iPhone 4; your face might soon be your password; Apple patents wireless charging for your Mac and iDevices; and we pitch our favorite new apps on an all-new Faves 'N Raves app edition! Thanks to Squarespace for making this episode possible. Treat yourself to a brand new website with the help of Squarespace - a drag-and-drop, do-it-yourself site builder with everything you need to create an exceptional website. Head to http://Squarespace.com/cultcast to start a free trial. Use the offer code “cultcast12” when you decide to purchase, and you’ll receive a 10% discount off your order. |
Thu, 28 November 2013
It’s our T-Day edition CultCast! This time: Jony Ive’s golden touch makes millions for charity; Apple teases underwhelming Black Friday deals; how Apple’s blacklist keeps bad press at bay; the new money in old macs; and we pitch our favorite Thanksgiving Day foods on our holiday edition Faves ’N Raves! And thanks to Lynda.com for sponsoring this episode! With over 2,000 high quality video courses taught by industry-leading experts, Lynda.com will help you master virtually any application, all on your own time and at your own pace. Learn all you want for free for 7 days with a free trial. Try it now at Lynda.com/CultCast.
Direct download: CultCast_102_-_Gobble_Gobble_Yaaaaaall.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:46pm PDT |
Thu, 21 November 2013
Apple and a 12.9-inch iPad; the first iOS 7 game controller is long overdue; Retina iPad Minis are *almost* perfect; strategies to backup all those iPhone photos you take; and Adam Christianson from the Maccast podcast joins us on this time on The CultCast! Thanks to Squarespace for sponsoring this episode! If you need a website, you have got to check out Squarespace, a beautiful and intuitive website platform that allows anyone to easily create professional web pages, blogs, online stores, and galleries that are automagically formatted and resized to look great on any device that visits. For a free trial, go to http://Squarespace.com/CultCast, and use code CULTCAST11 to save 10% any order. |
Thu, 14 November 2013
We made it guys! Join us as we celebrate our 100th episode on this week’s CultCast. We'll remember some of our favorite moments from CultCast's past, tell you how you can win a free signed copy of Leander Kahney’s new Jony Ive book, plus, we also talk the new iPad mini Retina; killer Black Friday iPad deals; why dropping your unlimited data plan might be better for you; new iPhone 6’s with way bigger screens; and lots more! Thanks to our sponsor, Reflector, the app that let’s you Airplay mirror your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch screen to any Mac or PC. Demonstrate an iOS app on you’re working on, stream music to your Macbook's speakers—Reflector puts what you see on your iOS device onto the big screen of any Mac or PC. Try it free at www.airsquirrels.com, or unlock all its features and save 25% off with the code CULTCAST25. |
Thu, 7 November 2013
Jony Ive, the private man who some say built Apple—with his new book hitting stores Nov. 14th, Leander Kahney reveals more inside information about the design icon, and how he and his teams create the world-renowned products we all use every day. Plus, J.D. Power says, for the first time ever, Samsung tabs are better than iPads… we’ll debunk. PSA: Don’t miss our live video episode for CultCast #100. Head to live.thecultcast.com Wednesday the 13th at 3pm Pacific time to watch our 100th episode live! |
Thu, 31 October 2013
Get your silver bullets and holy water dear friends, because our new CountCast is not for the fainthearted!
Direct download: CultCast_98_-_Velcome_To_Zee_CountCast.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:50pm PDT |
Thu, 24 October 2013
The big Apple event might be over, but there are still plenty of great Apple stories to chat over! On this CultCast: the iPhone stops giving motion sickness to the pukers; some of your favorite Apple apps just got big redesigns; the new Macbook Pro runs a tad slower than we'd hoped; and more!
Direct download: CultCast_97_-_This_Ones_For_The_Pukers.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:45pm PDT |
Tue, 22 October 2013
iPad Air. Retina iPad Mini. New Macbook Pros. The new Mac Pro. Mavericks goes free. So does the new iLife and iWork. There's a TON to talk about on this Special Edition CultCast! Join us, and Special MacCast host Adam Christianson, as we discuss our first impressions on all that Apple announced at the jam-packed event.
Direct download: CultCast_96_-_iPad_Event_Special_Edition.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:27pm PDT |
Thu, 17 October 2013
Confirmed! Apple's October 22nd, 2013 iPad event is locked and loaded. We'll run through what to expect. Then, Steve Jobs and his nights of profound amore; Apple hires a fashion star to man retail stores; and we review a new app that makes it insanely simple to send money to anyone you know. |
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