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⚡️ New Top Five Tech is out! MKBHD’s video on the YouTube A/B Problem, Joanna Stern interviews Zuck, how AI is like Jurassic Park, and my new favorite free Mac app: Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/y... Overcast: overcast.fm/+BW1Q7whTaY Pocket Casts: pca.st/wshfm99i

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 12h

📺 Beats 360 launched with a splash, but do they sound like $350 headphones? My review: youtu.be/CZnDuWlePs4

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Beats 360 Review: Form Over Function

YouTube video by Stephen Robles

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 01/10/2026

🚀 New Primary Tech Show is out! Apple's HomePad imminent, ChatGPT Dots explained, AI safety charade, and an app recommendation lightning round! Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p... Overcast: overcast.fm/+BTMNIC44qU YT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=PRXD...

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 01/10/2026

Podcast stats have always been a secret, unlike YouTube where views are public Last week I implemented a new analytics tool for Primary Technology. Click "Stats" in our footer, and anyone can see our numbers Shout out @johnspurlock.com for building + @transistor.fm for making it easy to implement!

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 01/10/2026

This month, my YouTube videos were watched more on TV than any other platform. Wild.

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 30/09/2026

📺 Raycast v2 has sent me back...to Spotlight. And I finally learned about a "hidden" toggle in Shortcuts that completely changes the game. See how I built my favorite Raycast features, in Spotlight: youtu.be/LXKUc6hFTiE

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Raycast 2 Sent Me Back to Spotlight

YouTube video by Stephen Robles

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 30/09/2026

We will *definitely* be talking about the veil of cute-ification every AI app is trying right now on Primary Tech this week

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 30/09/2026

TFW the next video comes to you all at once 😌 I'm back on my Shortcuts game and excited to share with my community in tomorrow's live stream!

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 29/09/2026

You know what's fun? Making an app for Mac and distributing on your own website so you never have to wait for App Store approval and you can send updates ASAP! Related: Just made a new app for running Shortcuts in the menu bar. $2 or free for my community members: shortcutsmenu.app

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 29/09/2026

Creator Studio apps have been updated! Hoping for bug fixes in Final Cut, but now you can adjust Cinematic mode on video filmed with iPhone 18 Pro:

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 29/09/2026

📺 Retro tech is back: Bose is making wired earbuds, apps will make iPhone Duo look like a walkman, and I made a free app to revive your old iPod. Here's how it works: youtu.be/3MH-aF3_3x0

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I Brought My Old iPod Back to Life

YouTube video by Stephen Robles

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 29/09/2026

There's been some discrepancy about how good the new Beats 360 sound…had to try them myself

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 28/09/2026

Bug fix update is out, iOS 27.0.1

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 28/09/2026

📺 There's a new best MagSafe battery, plus I sneak in a mini AirPods 5 review and other fun accessories in today's video! youtu.be/ikC-39koifI

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Best iPhone 18 Pro MagSafe Battery (and Other Accessories)

YouTube video by Stephen Robles

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 28/09/2026

Shoot…maybe I regret everything

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 27/09/2026

The one app that gets a permanent complication for quick access on my Apple Watch is AnyList. Been using for years, collaboration with others is great, sync is solid, and the perfect app for watch.

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 27/09/2026

🔋 New Mac Power Users is out! Special guest @stalman.bsky.social join us to go in-depth on iPhone 18 Pro camera, Photographic Styles, and what actually improved over last year. Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... YT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=MIgPi...

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 26/09/2026

Who's someone? No, who's on first.

Home summary notification saying “someone and someone were in the garage”

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 26/09/2026

Quick trip to Brandon Apple Store. iPhone Duo displays are up, and man the black iPhone 18 Pro is finger printed up

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 26/09/2026

📺 I finally decided on Watch Series 12 vs Ultra 4, and I go through *every* tiny detail considered. Watch my review here! youtube.com/watch?v=aFyxFE5O8c4

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 24/09/2026

Here’s what it takes to make a podcast in 2026

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 24/09/2026

🚀 BIG Primary Tech Show is out! Our iPhone 18 Pro review, M6 Mac mini review, and Meta's Muse AI read Jason's text without permission... Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/p... Overcast: overcast.fm/+BTMNL1r774 YT: youtu.be/bPPfbFS9dd0

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 24/09/2026

Pretty sure wearing Steve Woz makes you unstoppable

Selfie wearing Steve Woz’s official shirt

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 23/09/2026

🚨 Surprise bonus Primary Tech Show! After trying Siri AI with third-party apps, I wanted to learn what's really happening. Ryan, creator of Foodnoms, explains the limitations and what the ideal integration could look like Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/w... Overcast: overcast.fm/+BTMNJ5JsyI

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What’s Really Happening with Siri AI and Apps

Podcast Episode · Primary Technology · September 23 · Bonus · 20m · Video

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 23/09/2026

📺 Went a different direction with my iPhone 18 Pro review, and explain why it's the end of an era. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=P44pkAmbV1I

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 23/09/2026

Glad to see Apple working on ad-free video to paying members, but this will add a lot of work to the process. And for audiences like Primary Tech where half our supporters are on Memberful, I'll have to figure out video delivery x2

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 22/09/2026

📺 5 of the most hidden features in iOS 27, and 2 features that missed the mark. Yes, we need to talk about HomeKit Cameras and Screen Time. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=JcQHz43MF7U

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 21/09/2026

Four days, four different Apple Watches. Deciding which to keep soon…

Ultra 2 and 4, Series 12 aluminum and Ceramic

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 21/09/2026

Indexing seems stuck in my iPhone 18 Pro Max…

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 21/09/2026

📺 I reviewed the M6 Mac mini and it got my Mac Studio sweating…and yes I do juggle several Mac minis in the intro. Watch here: youtube.com/watch?v=GJbrXjKN3VU

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 21/09/2026

I wanted to get the new Screen Time features quickly so I could make a tutorial video, but it requires *all* devices signed in to any Family member account to upgrade to iOS 27 Some of the devices listed here I don't have anymore, and several are my Mom's which shouldn't be connected to Screen Time

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 20/09/2026

🔋 New Mac Power Users is out! Deep dive on macOS 27, Siri AI, and I actually teach David something he didn't know about the Mac! Watch or listen: Apple Podcasts: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Overcast: overcast.fm/+ABXmXmqhUqw YT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=B52nh...

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 20/09/2026

Jury is still out on ceramic, but I do like this combo. Also having fun with f1.4 on 18 Pro Max

Maroon braided solo loop with ceramic Apple Watch

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

Next time on hilarious HomeKit notifications. Shame it only does this for two cameras on the 6TB plan.

“someone and another person were in the garage”

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

Apparently those file name suggestions are on iOS 27 too! When saving something to the Files app, delete the name, and in a sec you'll see suggestions based on the file content

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

📺 Lots of apps have been updated to support Siri AI, but how well that works is a bit hit and miss. I cover 18 apps in today's video with…varying results: youtube.com/watch?v=Ztnq8sD14wg

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

PSA: Be sure to check what HomeKit cameras are enabled for Apple Intelligence summaries. Depending on iCloud+ plan you only get 1, 2, or 5, and the defaults were not ideal. Now I'm getting summaries like this. Home app > Home Settings > Apple Intelligence > Cameras and Language

Home notification describing someone unplugging a car and leaving.

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

Oh yeah, it's like iPhone Duo was *made* for Kan Do

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 19/09/2026

Cue "it's been 84 years..." but really, seems to be taking longer this time

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

📺 Here's my first look at the Watch Series 12 Ceramic, come for the unboxing, stay for the macro shots: youtu.be/APk3ekHS7QQ?is=cp8Yy...

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

🚨Just received iPhone 18 Pro Max in burgundy, Watch Series 12 in Ceramic, and more! Come join me for a LIVE unboxing for everyone in my community happening now! shortcut.bot/3SWt1RT

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iPhone 18 Pro + Apple Watch Ceramic Unboxing! | Shortcuts Community

Join me for a LIVE unboxing for iPhone 18 Pro Max in burgundy, Apple Watch Series 12 Ceramic, and more!

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

👀 New show pages in iOS 27.2 Apple Podcasts adopt full color too! New Top Five Tech episode is out btw featuring: @stalman.bsky.social and Austin Mann’s incredible iPhone 18 Pro reviews, AppZapper 3000 and more!

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

All those years of spending too much time on episode artwork paid off, love the new look of Podcasts in iOS 27.2!

Large “new episodes” section with continue playing row underneath

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

I'm ready to find the perfect band for my ceramic Watch tomorrow

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 18/09/2026

📺 I put iPhone 18 Pro through tests no one has done yet to find out if the A20 Pro *really is* that powerful. Turns out, it's not all about the camera this year... youtu.be/QaMmHyLCZJc

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The iPhone 18 Pro Upgrade No One Talks About

YouTube video by Stephen Robles

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Stephen Robles @stephenrobles.com · 17/09/2026

🚀 New Primary Tech Show! iPhone 18 Pro reviews are out, plus a LIVE unboxing in the video version, iOS 27, and AI annihilation or nah? Apple: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i... Overcast: overcast.fm/+BTMNIiww2E YT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=suEu...

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