Stephen Hackett

Casey Newton, the insightful writer behind the Platformer newsletter, shares his journey navigating the complex world of tech journalism. He discusses his unique workflow for writing and publishing, from idea capture to maintaining journalistic integrity while interacting with industry power players. Stephen Hackett adds a heartfelt touch, reflecting on his family's experiences with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, emphasizing the importance of community support. Together, they explore the evolving landscape of content creation, digital tools, and the significant impact of personalized storytelling.

Stephen Hackett, proprietor of 512 Pixels and co-founder of Relay.fm, discusses intriguing topics with John. They delve into the AI advancements and competitive dynamics between tech giants like Google and OpenAI. Hackett shares thoughts on Apple's evolving retail strategies and the complexity of manufacturing, including the shift to India. They also reflect on the quirks of past Apple products, like the G4 Cube, and consider the cultural implications of our tech addictions. The conversation wraps up with insights on consumer behavior and the implications of Fortnite's return to the App Store.

Stephen Hackett, writer and podcaster at 512 Pixels and Relay FM, shares hands-on impressions of the MacBook Neo and why he bought two for family use. Discussion covers WWDC dates (June 8–12), Apple's AI strategy and possible reliance on Google models, repairability and thermal concerns for the Neo, and the messy Halide co-founder lawsuit and its Apple ties.