Essential Apple Podcast 236: California Streaming...

So it happened – Apple had a California Streaming event and released some shiny new toys… what do we have to say on the matter? Listen and find out of course…

GIVEAWAYS & OFFERS

Glenn Fleishman’s book Take Control of Securing Your Mac can be found at takecontrolbooks.com along with many other titles by him, Joe Kissell, Jeff Carlson and others.
Steve at Geeks Corner has a podcast which is usually a 5-15 min show of his thoughts on tech. Also keep an eye on his site or follow him on Twitter @GeekCorner_uk to watch for regular giveaways.

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Recorded 19th September 2021

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NICK RILEY

@spligosh on Twitter very occasionally.
Sometimes appears on Bart Busschots’ Let’s Talk Apple
Sutton Park Circuit church worship on YouTube
Nick’s church stream videos – You Tube

JAMES ORMISTON

MacJim in the Slack
Also on Flickr as Ormie (O)
Has videos on Vimeo

APPLE

Apple discontinues 256GB iPhone SE following iPhone 13 introduction – 9to5Mac
This is how Apple is removing the plastic wrap from iPhone 13 box – 9to5Mac
Apple Facing M1 MacBook Cracked Screen Class-Action Lawsuit – PCMag
Apple Faces Revenue Challenge as Judge Orders App Store Changes – Time
Apple CEO Tim Cook on What Technology Excites Him Most – Time
Apple Suddenly Confirms Stunning iPhone 13 Price Surprise – Forbes
FlickType Developer Sues Apple Over Swipe Keyboard for Apple Watch – iPhone in Canada

TECHNOLOGY

Clive Sinclair, an inventor who helped popularize personal computers dies – CNN
- Home computer legend Sir Clive Sinclair dies at 81 – Engadget
Experience the 100% electric Carver – Your new urban vehicle

SECURITY & PRIVACY

Mailchimp And Express VPN Sold, The Latter To Former Malware Company – Channel News

NEMO’S HARDWARE STORE (57:46)

Active Defense Influence Series $40 US – glow in the dark green neon !! Tempered Glass Screen Protector also $40 US and well worth it

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