Guest: Quinn Nelson

Spatial Video on Meta Quest 3

The Apple-Beeper iMessage Controversy

The Evolution of iMessage

The Tesla Cybertruck Has Arrived

The Influence of Elon Musk

This week Andru hacks Spatial Video to work on the Meta Quest 3, Apple breaks Android iMessage client Beeper, and Tesla's highly-anticipated Cybertruck finally rolls off the production line as Quinn Nelson joins the show.
Quinn Nelson on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@snazzy
Andru Edwards on YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Andru
Jon Rettinger on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/jon4lakers
Circuit Breaker: My Weekly Tech Newsletter

This week Andru hacks Spatial Video to work on the Meta Quest 3, Apple breaks Android iMessage client Beeper, and Tesla's highly-anticipated Cybertruck finally rolls off the production line as Quinn Nelson joins the show.
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<li>Quinn Nelson on YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@snazzy">https://youtube.com/@snazzy</a></li>
<li>Andru Edwards on YouTube: <a href="https://youtube.com/@Andru">https://youtube.com/@Andru</a></li>
<li>Jon Rettinger on YouTube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/jon4lakers">https://www.youtube.com/user/jon4lakers</a></li>
<li><a href="https://geni.us/circuit">Circuit Breaker: My Weekly Tech Newsletter</a></li>
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Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewers Andru Edwards & Jon Rettinger, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, with hands-on reviews with the hottest tech, gadgets, and gear.

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewers Andru Edwards &amp; Jon Rettinger, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, with hands-on reviews with the hottest tech, gadgets, and gear.

Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Should Apple Allow iMessage on Android? w/ Quinn Nelson

Mark Gurman Talks WWDC 2025

Mark Gurman as a Main Source for Apple News

Thoughts on WWDC 2025

Apple's AI Story at WWDC 2025

Joanna Stern's Craig & Joz Interview

How Apple Botched Siri

What Does an AI Win Look Like for Apple?

Are Apple's Expectations of AI Too High?

When Apple Decided to Delay the New Siri

Is Apple Going to Consistently Play Catch Up?

Apple's Reliance on OpenAI & ChatGPT

The Danger of Apple's Reliance on OpenAI

How Close Were We To Getting Round Icons?

iPhone 17 Redesign Details

When Will iPhone Pro Get Good Colors?

What Surprised Mark Gurman?

Which Product Will Apple End Next?

Upcoming HomePod / Home Pad Details

iPhone Foldable & 20th Anniversary iPhone

How Liquid Glass is Designed for iPhone 20

The Future of Apple Vision Pro

Thoughts on Apple Liquid Glass Design

Touchscreen Macs are Coming

iPadOS 26 Teases a Foldable

iPadOS 26 Was a Long Time Coming

 Jupiter Environment in Apple Vision Pro

OpenAI + Jonny Ive's Upcoming AI Device

Apple’s AI ambitions hit a major speed bump at WWDC this year. From last-minute delays on Siri features to Mark Gurman’s revelations about internal alarm bells, this episode takes you behind the scenes of Apple’s AI crisis. We’ll break down how Craig Federighi’s hands-on testing exposed critical flaws and why Apple’s lean investment strategy may have backfired. 

The conversation reveals how internal decisions, such as delaying AI feature rollouts by a full year, signaled a broader leadership disconnect within the company. Federighi’s own tests showed a startling disparity between what was promised and what was actually working. That gap in execution has placed Apple behind rivals like Google and OpenAI.

What role does Tim Cook play in this? As the CEO, his direction - or lack thereof - has now come under scrutiny. The podcast unpacks how executive decisions from the top have rippled across departments, affecting everything from product timelines to public trust. Apple's frugal approach, while often seen as financially prudent, may have hindered critical innovation.

We also dive into what Apple’s AI roadmap must look like to stay competitive. From launching a working Siri upgrade to developing a true chatbot under the internal codename "Knowledge," Apple needs a foundational reboot in how it views and builds AI experiences. Failure to act swiftly could result in a loss of consumer and developer confidence.

Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, Apple watcher, or concerned investor, this episode sheds light on the high-stakes decisions shaping Apple’s future in AI. With clear takeaways and expert insights, it’s your best guide to understanding how Apple can, and must, course-correct.

Apple&rsquo;s AI ambitions hit a major speed bump at WWDC this year. From last-minute delays on Siri features to Mark Gurman&rsquo;s revelations about internal alarm bells, this episode takes you behind the scenes of Apple&rsquo;s AI crisis. We&rsquo;ll break down how Craig Federighi&rsquo;s hands-on testing exposed critical flaws and why Apple&rsquo;s lean investment strategy may have backfired.&nbsp;
The conversation reveals how internal decisions, such as delaying AI feature rollouts by a full year, signaled a broader leadership disconnect within the company. Federighi&rsquo;s own tests showed a startling disparity between what was promised and what was actually working. That gap in execution has placed Apple behind rivals like Google and OpenAI.
What role does Tim Cook play in this? As the CEO, his direction - or lack thereof - has now come under scrutiny. The podcast unpacks how executive decisions from the top have rippled across departments, affecting everything from product timelines to public trust. Apple's frugal approach, while often seen as financially prudent, may have hindered critical innovation.
We also dive into what Apple&rsquo;s AI roadmap must look like to stay competitive. From launching a working Siri upgrade to developing a true chatbot under the internal codename "Knowledge," Apple needs a foundational reboot in how it views and builds AI experiences. Failure to act swiftly could result in a loss of consumer and developer confidence.
Whether you&rsquo;re a tech enthusiast, Apple watcher, or concerned investor, this episode sheds light on the high-stakes decisions shaping Apple&rsquo;s future in AI. With clear takeaways and expert insights, it&rsquo;s your best guide to understanding how Apple can, and must, course-correct.

Inside WWDC 2025 & Apple’s Year-Long Siri Delay w/ Mark Gurman

Live from WWDC 2025

Ideal Length for Men's Shorts

Apple Liquid Glass Design

WWDC 2025 Apple Intelligence Features

iOS 26 Features Thoughts

iPadOS 26 Features Impressions

visionOS 26 Features Impressions

macOS 26 Features Impressions

Which WWDC 2025 Feature is Most Impressive?

Straight from Apple Park at WWDC 2025, Andru Edwards, TechMe0ut, Kevin the Tech Ninja, Stephen Robles break down everything Apple just announced. This episode is a full debrief on the major platform shifts: iOS 26, macOS 26 (Tahoe), iPadOS 26, VisionOS 26, and the all-new Liquid Glass design language that transforms how every Apple platform looks and feels.

iOS 26 brings a mix of practical upgrades and AI-infused enhancements. We talk about the new call screening and Hold Assist features that are tailor-made for anyone who hates phone trees, the smarter and more private Apple Intelligence tools that live entirely on-device, and how group chat just got an upgrade with polls, read receipts, and background customizations. Plus, there's the redesigned Camera app and a dedicated Games app finally making iOS more fun and flexible.

macOS 26 Tahoe is all about productivity. Spotlight got a serious brain upgrade: you can now launch shortcuts, summarize PDFs, and trigger AI workflows right from the search bar. The new customizable folders and Live Activities make the desktop more dynamic, while Liquid Glass touches give everything a more fluid, transparent look. It's macOS reimagined to be both more powerful and more approachable.

iPadOS 26 finally delivers the windowed multitasking experience we've been waiting for. You get Mac-style app windows, a draggable menu bar, better file management, and background exports in Final Cut. For people who want desktop-level productivity with tablet portability, this is the iPad update to watch.

visionOS 26 pushes the spatial computing envelope. From lifelike Personas to persistent, room-anchored widgets, Vision Pro feels more immersive and personal than ever. We dive into the new Jupiter environment, support for 360-degree video playback, spatial scenes, and a better system for sharing environments in real-time with people in the same room or across the world.

And Liquid Glass is a whole new visual language. Think depth, translucency, and UI that responds to light and motion. Whether it’s in widgets, the lock screen, or native apps, this new design makes Apple’s platforms feel unified and futuristic. Stick around for a sharp, honest take on what’s hype, and what’s actually going to change your workflow.

Straight from Apple Park at WWDC 2025, Andru Edwards, TechMe0ut, Kevin the Tech Ninja, Stephen Robles break down everything Apple just announced. This episode is a full debrief on the major platform shifts: iOS 26, macOS 26 (Tahoe), iPadOS 26, VisionOS 26, and the all-new Liquid Glass design language that transforms how every Apple platform looks and feels.
iOS 26 brings a mix of practical upgrades and AI-infused enhancements. We talk about the new call screening and Hold Assist features that are tailor-made for anyone who hates phone trees, the smarter and more private Apple Intelligence tools that live entirely on-device, and how group chat just got an upgrade with polls, read receipts, and background customizations. Plus, there's the redesigned Camera app and a dedicated Games app finally making iOS more fun and flexible.
macOS 26 Tahoe is all about productivity. Spotlight got a serious brain upgrade: you can now launch shortcuts, summarize PDFs, and trigger AI workflows right from the search bar. The new customizable folders and Live Activities make the desktop more dynamic, while Liquid Glass touches give everything a more fluid, transparent look. It's macOS reimagined to be both more powerful and more approachable.
iPadOS 26 finally delivers the windowed multitasking experience we've been waiting for. You get Mac-style app windows, a draggable menu bar, better file management, and background exports in Final Cut. For people who want desktop-level productivity with tablet portability, this is the iPad update to watch.
visionOS 26 pushes the spatial computing envelope. From lifelike Personas to persistent, room-anchored widgets, Vision Pro feels more immersive and personal than ever. We dive into the new Jupiter environment, support for 360-degree video playback, spatial scenes, and a better system for sharing environments in real-time with people in the same room or across the world.
And Liquid Glass is a whole new visual language. Think depth, translucency, and UI that responds to light and motion. Whether it&rsquo;s in widgets, the lock screen, or native apps, this new design makes Apple&rsquo;s platforms feel unified and futuristic. Stick around for a sharp, honest take on what&rsquo;s hype, and what&rsquo;s actually going to change your workflow.

Live from WWDC 2025: Will Liquid Glass Make Apple Feel New Again?

Quinn Nelson of Snazzy Labs

Quinns Hottest Takes According to AI

iPhone 17 Lineup

What Happened to Apple Intelligence?

What if Apple Never Released the iPhone?

Comma 3X Self-Driving Car Tech

This episode of Geared Up dives into the state of Apple Intelligence and the larger implications of Apple's AI strategy - but that's just the beginning. Jon Rettinger and Andru Edwards open with a passionate breakdown of why Apple’s long-awaited foray into AI has become one of its most disappointing product efforts to date. With features like Genmoji and writing assistance that feel underwhelming, and more ambitious tools like Siri’s personal context still missing in action, they argue Apple has lost its AI credibility, and possibly its lead in consumer trust. 

But that’s only part of the show. The conversation expands to a fascinating look at the latest iPhone 17 hardware leaks, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air and the controversial new visor design. What are the tradeoffs of a 5.5mm thick smartphone? Can Apple maintain battery life and camera quality in such a thin device? John and guest Quinn Nelson dissect what this design direction means, especially for power users and iPhone Max fans.

Quinn also shares firsthand insights into the self-driving space with his deep dive into the Comma 3X - a DIY, open-source driving assistant that’s outperforming most built-in systems. He explains how it works, what it’s capable of, and why it represents a fascinating alternative to Tesla’s FSD. This isn’t just theoretical tech - he’s installed it in his Rivian and shares real-world results, strengths, and limitations.

Rounding out the episode is an alternate history segment that explores a tantalizing what-if: what if Apple had bought Android in 2005? The discussion considers how mobile tech could have evolved, the role of Samsung, the collapse of competition, and the future of platform control. It’s a blend of speculation and strategy that will fascinate any student of tech history.

If you care about smartphones, AI, autonomy, or the decisions that shape the tech industry, this episode packs all of it in. From present-day failures to future visions and speculative histories, it’s one of our most thought-provoking yet.

This episode of Geared Up dives into the state of Apple Intelligence and the larger implications of Apple's AI strategy - but that's just the beginning. Jon Rettinger and Andru Edwards open with a passionate breakdown of why Apple&rsquo;s long-awaited foray into AI has become one of its most disappointing product efforts to date. With features like Genmoji and writing assistance that feel underwhelming, and more ambitious tools like Siri&rsquo;s personal context still missing in action, they argue Apple has lost its AI credibility, and possibly its lead in consumer trust.&nbsp;
But that&rsquo;s only part of the show. The conversation expands to a fascinating look at the latest iPhone 17 hardware leaks, including the ultra-thin iPhone 17 Air and the controversial new visor design. What are the tradeoffs of a 5.5mm thick smartphone? Can Apple maintain battery life and camera quality in such a thin device? John and guest Quinn Nelson dissect what this design direction means, especially for power users and iPhone Max fans.
Quinn also shares firsthand insights into the self-driving space with his deep dive into the Comma 3X - a DIY, open-source driving assistant that&rsquo;s outperforming most built-in systems. He explains how it works, what it&rsquo;s capable of, and why it represents a fascinating alternative to Tesla&rsquo;s FSD. This isn&rsquo;t just theoretical tech - he&rsquo;s installed it in his Rivian and shares real-world results, strengths, and limitations.
Rounding out the episode is an alternate history segment that explores a tantalizing what-if: what if Apple had bought Android in 2005? The discussion considers how mobile tech could have evolved, the role of Samsung, the collapse of competition, and the future of platform control. It&rsquo;s a blend of speculation and strategy that will fascinate any student of tech history.
If you care about smartphones, AI, autonomy, or the decisions that shape the tech industry, this episode packs all of it in. From present-day failures to future visions and speculative histories, it&rsquo;s one of our most thought-provoking yet.

Apple's New Siri Disaster w/ Quinn Nelson

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