683: I Didn’t Want to Melt My Rug
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Mar 19, 2026 They debate the early Formula 1 season and explain different broadcast and in‑car camera types. Deep dives on Rosetta longevity and an odd Final Cut Pro deprecation warning. Detailed hands‑on impressions and teardown findings for the MacBook Neo and iPhone 17e. Technical chats on CPU and SSD benchmark nuances, Overcast transcripts infrastructure, and the AirPods Max 2 reaction.
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MacBook Neo Is Mostly Parts Reuse With New Logic Board
- iFixit and teardown teams found MacBook Neo parts largely shared with Air models but with a different logic board and magnet.
- John noted Neo is effectively a 16e with a new logic board, SoC, and MagSafe magnet added.
Random SSD Speed Impacts Everyday Snappiness
- Sequential SSD benchmarks highlight big-file throughput but miss everyday responsiveness; random IOPS matter for perceived snappiness.
- John explains SSD random access differs by controller and cheaper models can show lower random 4K QD64 performance.
Picking Up A MacBook Neo Surprised The Reviewers
- John and Casey visited Apple Stores and were surprised by the MacBook Neo's finish, rounded corners, and excellent trackpad feel despite the low price.
- John highlighted heavier lid and a metal 'H' under the trackpad as reasons the Neo feels solid.
