711: Hot Dog on an Actuator
Summary
John reports that M6 Mac Minis are 20-30% faster than M4 models for transcription, while also discussing the new "Connectivity Assist" feature in iOS 27 that bypasses Pi-hole ad blockers. The hosts debate GM’s continued refusal to add CarPlay to EVs and Rivian’s lack of smartphone projection, noting that these decisions likely hurt sales. Additionally, they cover new Mac Mini storage limitations, macOS 27 Screen Time requirements, and a fix for AirPods 5 audio issues.
Topics discussed
Market data on used Mac Mini resale value
Saint Jude charity 12-hour podcast marathon
October episode schedule and donation tiers
DIY custom mouse pad cutting and desk setup
AirPods transparency settings and static issues
Rosetta deprecation and Intel-only drivers
Sponsor segment: Granola AI meeting notes
New Mac Mini soldered storage limitations
iOS 27 Screen Time and device removal issues
Connectivity Assist bypassing ad blockers
GM and Rivian CarPlay policy confusion
Rivian infotainment vs CarPlay user experience
Apple Watch audio intelligence and privacy concerns
Sponsor segment: Claude AI for server auditing
High mileage car ownership and repair strategies
Google ending 3rd party email address support
Speculation on future Mac Pro and MacBook Ultra
Reverse engineering BMW API via iPhone mirroring
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