857: Sparmerica
Summary
David Sparks and Stephen Robles review Meta’s new smart glasses, discussing privacy concerns and accessibility. They analyze iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia betas, covering Siri AI indexing, photo editing tools like Cleanup and Extend, and file renaming features. The hosts also debate the evolving AI stack, comparing Siri, local models, and frontier services like Claude and ChatGPT for personal use.
Topics discussed
Intro, Meta Ray-Ban glasses review, and show updates
Listener feedback on show discovery and YouTube channel
iOS 26 indexing, Siri AI capabilities, and Gmail integration
Siri AI beta 3, App Intents, and Shortcuts sync issues
Shortcuts improvements and Dropbox client changes
AI subscription fatigue: Siri vs. Claude, ChatGPT, and Perplexity
Squarespace sponsor segment
Apple Intelligence photo features: Cleanup, Extend, and Reframe
DIY 3D printed lightsaber holders
iOS 26 Messages filtering and Shortcuts automations
NetSuite sponsor segment
Alfred vs. Raycast launchers and workflows
Managing app subscriptions and the Flighty example
Chock Lift and custom launcher setups
Decagon sponsor segment
WhisperFlow dictation app review and tips
Automation Corner: Maps, Color Picker, and Gas Gauge shortcuts
Using AI robots for customer support and email automation
Meta Ray-Ban glasses: Accessibility and social awkwardness
CalDigit TS5 Plus Thunderbolt dock review
Smart locks (Acara vs. Schlage) and outro
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