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• Apple special event discussion at Brooklyn Academy of Music |
• Ode to New York City and its appeal to creatives |
• Timing of 9 AM Central time slot for the event, whether it's suitable for creatives |
• Apple announcements, including new MacBook Air, Mac mini, and iPad Pro |
• Developer-focused commentary on Apple's announcements |
• Mention of 1Password and their shout-out during the Touch ID section |
• The MacBook Air is now made with 100% recycled aluminum and has a new alloy |
• The device only comes in one option: a 13.3-inch LED-backlit display |
• The bezel has shrunk significantly, with a black bezel around the screen considered an improvement over previous generations |
• Touch ID has been added to the MacBook Air, making it easier to access |
• A hardware Escape button is also available on the new MacBook Air, eliminating the need for the touch bar |
• MacBook Air vs MacBook Pro specs and prices |
• Ideal portable developer machine for web and software development |
• Thunderbolt 3 ports vs USB-C |
• Performance and compatibility with external drives and displays |
• Battery life: 13 hours of movie playback and 12 hours of web browsing |
• Concerns about YouTube ad rotation affecting battery drain |
• Optimizing video playback on the MacBook Air |
• Speakers and sound quality on MacBooks |
• RAM limitations in new MacBook Air (maxes out at 16 GB) |
• Portability and mobility of MacBook Air |
• Comparison between MacBook Air and MacBook Pro |
• Pricing and value for money of MacBook Air ($2,599 fully specced) |
• Discussing the MacBook Pro's price and specifications |
• Mac mini's specs and potential for server-related tasks |
• SO-DIMMs explained as a type of RAM module |
• T2 security chip and its encryption capabilities |
• Comparison between MacBook Air and MacBook Pro for video editing needs |
• Potential for using an eGPU with MacBook Air |
• SO-DIMM RAM and its smaller size |
• Mac mini specs and price (starting at $799) |
• Thermal flow and cooling in new Mac mini |
• I/O options (4 Thunderbolt 3 ports, 10 Gigabit Ethernet, USB-A ports) |
• Comparison of previous Mac mini prices ($499 vs. $699) |
• Performance claims for new Mac mini (5x faster, 60% better graphics) |
• Limitations of new Mac mini for video-intensive tasks |
• Possibility of using a Mac mini as primary machine instead of a MacBook Pro |
• Mac mini's graphics performance limitations compared to MacBook Air |
• Pros of using a Mac mini: server-like installations, non-graphics intensive tasks, cloud-based computing |
• Cons of using a Mac mini: limited video performance, no built-in display (in contrast to iMac or iMac Pro) |
• Alternative setup: pairing a Mac mini with a MacBook Air for a desktop-laptop combo |
• Specialized uses for the Mac mini: developer-isms such as CI environments, debugging on multiple platforms, and server usage. |
• Plex media server requirements for Mac mini |
• Bumping CPU vs using eGPU for performance |
• Cost comparison of Mac mini upgrades vs eGPU |
• Options for upgrading Mac mini with eGPU |
• New features in Mac mini (Thermoflow, 10 Gigabit Ethernet) |
• Discussion on affordability and justification for iMac Pro |
• Discussion on the limitations of the previous Mac Pro design and the need for componentized machines |
• Analysis of eGPU prices and potential future developments in accessibility |
• Features and attachment system of the new iPad Pro pencil |
• Iterative design improvements in Apple products (e.g. iMac, iPhone) |
• Design and functionality of the iPad Pro, including specs and user experience |
• Developer perspective on the iPad Pro, with discussion on limitations for web development and comparison to other devices |
• AR technology in Ready Player One |
• Potential uses of AR in web development and e-commerce |
• Pronunciation of "vase" vs. "foyer" |
• AR's potential for graphic design, SVG creation, and interactive storytelling |
• Gimmicky or lacking demos of AR technology so far |
• Need for problems to lead the way, not just cool tech |
• Potential killer apps for AR in 3-5 years |
• Economic opportunities for creators using iPad Pro and AR technology |
• Apple's marketing approach and sales videos |
• Gaming background and limitations of touch devices for fast-twitch games |
• iPad Pro as a potential powerhouse gaming device with detachable controllers |
• Apple's missed opportunity in providing a first-party controller |
• Nintendo Switch as a comparison point for Apple's gaming capabilities |
• E-sports industry and its potential impact on Apple's focus on gaming |
• Discussion on the new iPad Pro features and its appeal to a writer |
• Hypothetical scenario of choosing one device from the new MacBook Air, Mac mini, and iPad Pro releases |
• Personal preferences for which device to choose: |
+ Jerod Santo chooses the iPad Pro due to its USB-C capabilities and portability |
+ Tim Smith also chooses the iPad Pro, citing its features and usability |
+ Adam Stacoviak resists choosing a single device, but ultimately decides on the Mac mini due to its versatility and potential uses for developer tasks, home server setup, and smart home integration |
• Discussion of the benefits of using a Mac mini over other options, including its suitability for future-proofing with Thunderbolt 3 and RAID arrays |
• Large file upload issues with 9.25 TB taking 15 hours |
• Discussion of cloud backup options, specifically BackBlaze and AWS |
• Liability concerns with holding large files on personal network |
• Importance of disaster recovery in data storage |
• Switch to discussing podcast hosting and subscription management |
**Adam Stacoviak:** Welcome to the Apple special event October 30th, the day before Halloween. We have \[unintelligible 00:00:23.10\] in the Brooklyn area, the Brooklyn Academy of Music at Howard Gilman Opera House; it was bangin'. It started out with an ode to New York that was super-cool, and I kind of missed a littl... |
**Tim Smith:** Well, I am a lover of New York City... |
**Adam Stacoviak:** Of course! |
**Tim Smith:** ...because the city is just like -- I don't know, I guess people like me romanticize what New York City is, the feel that you have in the city, and the different sights of it, and I feel like that first video really did a good job of playing to that, and setting the stage, basically, of the fact that thi... |
**Adam Stacoviak:** I can't disagree. Jerod, we were recently in New York together, man... Last November, actually. So close to this timeframe too, which is, in my opinion -- that was my first time to New York City, so I have to say it was the best time to go... Because the weather was so perfectly better than it would... |
**Jerod Santo:** Well, here's one reason why I think maybe it wasn't the best for creatives... |
**Adam Stacoviak:** Oh... Always bringing it, Jerod... I love it. Always bringing your side. Always. \[laughter\] |
**Jerod Santo:** Because 9 AM Central, which has to be 7 AM Pacific time... I mean, creatives wanna sleep. We like our coffee in the morning, we like to ease into the day... |
**Adam Stacoviak:** Mm-hm... Sure. |
**Jerod Santo:** I'm not claiming I know what everybody is like, but I'm just saying... Our chat room was a little quieter than usual... I think that's because people are just kind of getting ready for their day, and then it's like Bam! Apple event. Right there, first thing. |
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2018 Spotlight Transcripts
Complete transcripts from the 2018 episodes of the Spotlight podcast.
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