620: Mostly Cookies
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Jan 4, 2025 Amid holiday chaos, the hosts tackle the comedy of navigating personal milestones and the realities of electric vehicle ownership. They unveil the hidden risks of iPhone mirroring in corporate environments, explore user frustrations with the redesigned iOS 18 Photos app, and discuss Apple's shift towards in-house chip production. The evolution of the Magic Mouse ignites debate on usability versus aesthetics, while home automation highlights the joy and practicality of Yolink products. They also stress the importance of monitoring water heaters to prevent potential disasters.
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Holiday and Birthday Results
- John Siracusa turned 50 and jokes about "retirement catch-up savings contributions."
- Casey Liss anticipates a messy situation with a potential 10-inch snowfall.
Searching for the EV Blog Post
- Marco Arment shared a blog post about a gas car test drive from an EV owner's perspective.
- Friends of the show Spencer and John Siracusa tried to locate the post but couldn't find the original version.
EV Range Anxiety
- Marco Arment completed a 500-600 mile trip without using fast chargers, relying on a 220V outlet.
- He encourages Casey Liss to consider an EV, emphasizing the manageable nature of range anxiety.
