In The Weeds Podcast Post | Episode 162: Tackling technology addiction!

The secret thorn in everyone’s side — your smartphone. The device that causes us so much joy, yet can cripple us if we rely on it and engage with it so much that it takes us out of the real world. Let’s have a discussion about smartphone and technology addiction and what we all can do to make ourselves better and more engaged with the real world. ||
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In The Weeds Podcast Post | Episode 161: Stop screwing with our timelines!!

When will algorithms stop imposing their will on us? Twitter wants to create a button to show OUR timelines in chronological order when they shouldn’t have been screwed with in the beginning. https://ift.tt/2PBJhVy ||
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In The Weeds Podcast Post | Episode 160: Fall 2918 Mac & iPad Pro Event

The iPad revolutionized the industry the moment Steve Jobs introduced it and it continues to push the standard forward in 2018, slim bezels Face ID, along with a new processor makes this the tablet to beat. Additionally, Apple refreshed the MacBook Air and Mac Mini, truly delighting those clammering for this update. One thought to keep in mind is that while Apple is pushing us forward with tech, they’re doing the same with price with new products constantly raising their average asking price. ||
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In The Weeds Podcast Post | Episode 159: OnePlus 6T Announced!!

This OnePlus 6T is the device Android fans have been clammering for! Huge display with an unobtrusive notch, unparalleled performance and an improved camera — all starting at $549. Be excited, available 11/1 at https://ift.tt/2GyGWCe. ||
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Hands-on with iPhone XS and iPhone XR

iPhones XS, XS Max and XR are available and I’ve gotten a chance to spend time with each.

In previous episodes of my In the Weeds podcast, I’ve been vocal about my dismay towards the notched display; however, I’ve always heaped praise upon the secure and stable iOS.  My in person feelings are exactly the same; yet, I’ve got a few different opinions regarding Apple’s implementation of the display notch housing the True Depth camera array for FaceID.


Quick & Dirty

These new iPhones feel fantastic in the hand, whether you are holding the XS or the special XR, in fact, I would argue that the XR feels a bit heavier and more substantial in the hand — which isn’t a bad thing.

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iPhone XR in Product Red.

Starting off at $749, the iPhone XR is likely the most compelling device for most users looking to upgrade.  Featuring a large 6.1″ display, featuring Apple’s distinct notch housing FaceID components, although this display is LCD and less than 1080p, it still looks great from most angles.  Additionally, since this display technology isn’t quite as robust as the OLED panels on iPhones XS and XS Max, the bezel surrounding the display is slightly larger — yet still bearable and unobtrusive.  Performance is notably great; however, the model I experienced in store appeared just a slight step behind its XS and XS Max counterparts.

iPhones XS and XS Max offer that same design except sleeker, and wrapped in a stainless steel band. iPhone XS Max especially felt great, not only due to the increased screen size, but the fact that it truly displayed more information on webpages and in apps versus those assets simply appearing larger, which is a huge selling point.  Performance is what you’d expect — simply unmatched in consistency and speed.

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iPhone XS Max

Furthermore, let’s talk about these notches. On the smaller devices, I found the notch a touch more intrusive; however, with the larger iPhone XS Max, it almost (almost) seemed to disappear. The larger screen, giving you more information is almost certainly a win in every case.

Wrapping Up

Overall, the device experience is great on all of the new Apple smartphones. iPhones XS and XR are here for the taking with arguably the best hardware and software experience on the market.

Tech for the masses, meant to empower, educate and inform by Dexter Johnson.