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Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

Notnerd Podcast: Tech Better

By: Nate Heath and David Baehler
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 Putting a "not nerd" filter on nerdy things. Each week we cover topics related to a better technology experience, including practical tech news, tips and tricks. Nate and David aim to filter through all the tech news to bring you just the stuff you need to know. Politics & Government
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  • Ep. 519: 2025 Gadget Gift Guide for Geeks

    Ep. 519: 2025 Gadget Gift Guide for Geeks
    Nov 19 2025
    We all have that one person on our holiday list who already seems to have everything. Whether they're a full-on tech geek or just impossible to shop for, we dug through YEARS of Notnerd picks to bring you the ultimate list of gadgets, gear, and oddball gifts — perfect for anyone. 💡 Some gifts are seriously useful. 🤪 Some are just weird and fun. 🔥 All of them are awesome. Before you start holiday shopping, check out our Gadget Gift Guide — and make your gift-giving life WAY easier. Plus, as always, we've got the week's tech news and tips to help you get out there and tech better! Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) iPhone Pocket did not make our list (05:10) YouTube TV and Disney reach deal ending the two-week blackout (06:30) Cloudflare outage disrupts internet (07:20) MAIN TOPIC: 2025 Gadget Gift Guide for Geeks (08:35) BLUETTI Portable Power Station EB3A (09:25) Ambient Weather WS-2902 WiFi Smart Weather Station (11:10) Ear Wax Removal Endoscope Otoscope (12:50) Anker Nano 3-in-1 Portable iPhone Charger (14:00) Babelio Travel White Noise Machine (16:50) Magnetic Tripod for iPhone (17:55) Apple Watch Power Bank (20:05) TP-Link Tapo 1080P Indoor Security Camera (21:05) Neewer Selfie Quad Pod (23:20) WOLFBOX MF100 Electric Air Duster (24:55) OneSnap Magnetic Wireless Charger (27:30) GoveeLife E-Ink Bluetooth Thermometer Hygrometer (28:25) Tyvek Mighty Wallet (30:20) Anker MagSafe Charger Stand (31:40) Knork (35:15) Kasa Matter Smart Outdoor Plug (36:10) Jinkies from Nerdwax (40:20) OREiN Matter Smart Light Bulb (41:55) DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: More space on iPad screens (45:05) JUST THE HEADLINES: (50:30) Russia's AI robot falls seconds after being unveiled Red Dead Redemption is coming to iOS next month Miami is testing a self-driving police car that can launch drones AI-generated song "Walk my Walk" tops country music chart TiVo stops selling DVRs, exiting the hardware business after 26 years An AI podcasting machine is churning out 3,000 episodes a week US ends penny-making run after more than 230 years TAKES: Only half the homes in America have cable TV anymore (52:25) OceanGate Titan sub's camera found mostly intact with SanDisk SD card still holding images and videos (53:25) 2B email addresses and 1.3B passwords compromised in multiple data breaches (54:35) BONUS ODD TAKE: Space Type Generator (56:30) RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK (59:25)
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Ep. 518: iPhone Pocket? and what is going on at Meta?

    Ep. 518: iPhone Pocket? and what is going on at Meta?
    Nov 12 2025
    Were you a fan of the iPod Socks and have a lot of money burning a hole in your pocket? Then the iPhone Pocket might be for you. Also, what is going on over at Meta? Are they reading all your messages for AI? How much are they making from scam ads? What are the chances Elon gets his $1T payday? Plus plenty more tech news to get caught up on, and some great tips and picks to help you tech better. Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com INTRO (00:00) Apple launches iPhone Pocket: a limited edition designer strap accessory (02:40) MAIN TOPIC: What's going on at Meta? (07:40) Is Meta really reading your DMs? Leaked documents show Meta makes billions from scam ads Mark Zuckerberg is excited to add more AI content to all your social feeds Chan Zuckerberg Initiative shifts focus to AI and science Tesla shareholders approve new $1 trillion pay package for Musk DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Tinted Liquid Glass (21:15) JUST THE HEADLINES: (27:30) The Louvre's video surveliance password was Louvre Google plans secret AI military outpost on tiny island overrun by crabs SpaceX disables 2,500 Starlink terminals allegedly used by Asian scam centers Logitech open to adding an AI agent to board of directors, CEO says China launches stealth jet from electomagnetic catapult aircraft carrier Alien worlds may be able to make their own water Grand Theft Auto 6 delayed again to November 2026 TAKES: YouTube TV blackout is costing Disney an estimated $4.3 million per day in lost revenue (30:25) Nintendo Store app launches on iPhone (31:50) OpenAI sued for trademark infringement over Sora's 'Cameo' feature (34:35) Meta is killing off the external Facebook Like button (37:30) Commercial spyware "Landfall" ran rampant on Samsung phones for almost a year (39:00) Microsoft November 2025 Patch Tuesday (40:20) BONUS ODD TAKE: Super Mario Bros. Remastered (42:05) PICKS OF THE WEEK: Dave: Otamatone Classic Ninja [Officially Licensed] Japanese Character Electronic Musical Instrument Portable Synthesizer from Japan Maywa Denki for Children Kids and Adults Gift (44:15) Nate: Temdan Magnetic iwatch Charger Portable Wireless Charger for Apple Watch 1200mAh Power Bank Camping Travel Essentials for Series 10/9/8/7/6/Se/5/4/3/2/1/Ultra/Ultra 2-Black - Episode 385: Live from Dongletown (50:55) RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK (55:15)
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    1 hr
  • Ep. 517: The Robots are here, kinda

    Ep. 517: The Robots are here, kinda
    Nov 5 2025

    The 1X Neo home robot has been everywhere this week, cooking, cleaning, and having problems. Will the dream of the Jetsons come true, and we'll all have a Rosey to take care of us? We don't think so, but they will only get better from here. Plus, we've got plenty of other tech news to get caught up on from Apple, Canva, Nvidia, and more. We've also got some tips and picks to help you get out there and tech better!

    Watch on YouTube! - Notnerd.com and Notpicks.com

    INTRO (00:00)

    Apple OS 26.1s are out (04:25)

    Apple launches rich new web interface for the App Store (05:50)

    Quarterly Results (08:35)

    MAIN TOPIC: Neo Robot wants to be in your home (09:00)

    1X Neo is a $20,000 home robot that will learn chores via teleoperation

    Can I Turn A Robot Into A MasterChef?

    DAVE'S PRO-TIP OF THE WEEK: Currency converter in Apple Calculator app (17:30)

    JUST THE HEADLINES: (22:45)

    Withings launches iPhone-connected urine reader that goes in your toilet

    New China law fines influencers if they discuss 'serious' topics without a degree

    Nvidia takes $1 billion stake in Nokia

    Nvidia becomes world's first 5 trillion dollar company

    Someone snuck into a Cellebrite Microsoft Teams call and leaked phone unlocking details

    Three decades after Clippy, Microsoft launches AI Mico

    Mathematical proof debunks the idea that the universe is a computer simulation

    TAKES:

    Apple One gets new colorful logo following Apple TV rebrand (25:50)

    Affinity is now an all-in-one free app with native Canva integration (32:45)

    YouTube TV loses ESPN, ABC and other Disney channels (35:05)

    Security & Privacy: Two Windows vulnerabilities, one a 0-day, are under active exploitation - iOS 26.1 and iPadOS 26.1 bring multiple critical security fixes; here's the full list (37:55)

    BONUS ODD TAKE: https://playclassic.games (40:35)

    PICKS OF THE WEEK:

    Dave: Slickwraps Wood Series (44:10)

    Nate: NEEWER Wireless Lavalier Microphone for iPhone Android Tablet PC Laptop 131ft/40m Range Noise Cancellation Omnidirectional Mic for Vlogging Live Streaming (1x RX + 2x TX), KM23 (48:00)

    RAMAZON PURCHASE OF THE WEEK (51:25)
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    57 mins
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