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  <title>Still In Beta | AwesomeCast 674</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The podcast AwesomeCast discusses various tech topics, featuring hosts Mike Sorg, kidmental, and Dave Podnar. They share personal stories and insights on gadgets, social media, and video games, alongside tech news and developments. Highlights include discussions about car troubles, the Akira motorcycle project by Bell &amp; Bel, a new iPhone camera app for film-like photos, and the use of iPhone for live facial tracking in broadcasting. They also explore Adobe's integration with Apple Vision Pro and AI developments in image editing.

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  <description>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast
Akira Motorcycle Project: Discussion on the Akira motorcycle by Bell &amp;amp; Bel, touching upon its significance in pop culture and technological craftsmanship.https://www.instagram.com/belybel_artworks?igsh=MTh1dWVmNm45dW03Mw==
iPhone “Mood” Camera App for Photographers: Exploration of a new app designed to emulate film photography on iPhones, catering to the needs of photography enthusiasts seeking a blend of vintage and modern.https://testflight.apple.com/join/g1uQn7Hu
Live Facial Tracking with iPhones for Nicelodean’s Spongebob Squarepants Superbowl:  iPhones are used for live facial tracking in broadcasting, highlighting the innovative application of smartphone technology beyond conventional use.https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3Ocl0QMxuK/?igsh=MTNoczloZjc1eGp4ag== 
Adobe's AI and Apple Vision Pro Integration: Examination of Adobe's latest AI technologies and their integration with Apple Vision Pro, showcasing advancements in creative software and hardware synergy.
AI in Image Editing from Apple: Insights into how AI is revolutionizing image editing, making it more accessible and intuitive for users to modify photos with simple text commands.https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-model
Tech for the Visually Impaired: Discussion on technology designed to assist visually impaired users, illustrating the inclusive approach of tech companies towards accessibility.https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesrath/video/7333485717730954542?r=1&amp;amp;t=8jjujvsvlB1 
Adobe Lightroom and Firefly AI on Apple Vision Pro: Overview of Adobe's software offerings for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting the potential of augmented reality (AR) and AI in professional and creative workflows.https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059011/adobe-firefly-ai-image-generator-lightroom-apps-apple-vision-pro?lhaid=3905546&amp;amp;lhcid=1x29nfgapl&amp;amp;di=add8949ea6dac2da4d1fe5469c9ba049 
Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com
Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm 
Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!
You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!
Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at www.kidmental.com
Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!       
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  <itunes:keywords>Technology, Pop Culture, Photography Apps, iPhone Photography, Facial Tracking, AI in Creative Process, Adobe and Apple Integration, Accessibility Tech, Social Media Trends, Video Gaming Culture, Entertainment Technology, Augmented Reality</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Akira Motorcycle Project: Discussion on the Akira motorcycle by Bell &amp; Bel, touching upon its significance in pop culture and technological craftsmanship.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/belybel_artworks?igsh=MTh1dWVmNm45dW03Mw==" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/belybel_artworks?igsh=MTh1dWVmNm45dW03Mw==</a></p>

<p>iPhone “Mood” Camera App for Photographers: Exploration of a new app designed to emulate film photography on iPhones, catering to the needs of photography enthusiasts seeking a blend of vintage and modern.<a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/g1uQn7Hu" rel="nofollow">https://testflight.apple.com/join/g1uQn7Hu</a></p>

<p>Live Facial Tracking with iPhones for Nicelodean’s Spongebob Squarepants Superbowl:  iPhones are used for live facial tracking in broadcasting, highlighting the innovative application of smartphone technology beyond conventional use.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3Ocl0QMxuK/?igsh=MTNoczloZjc1eGp4ag==" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3Ocl0QMxuK/?igsh=MTNoczloZjc1eGp4ag==</a> </p>

<p>Adobe&#39;s AI and Apple Vision Pro Integration: Examination of Adobe&#39;s latest AI technologies and their integration with Apple Vision Pro, showcasing advancements in creative software and hardware synergy.</p>

<p>AI in Image Editing from Apple: Insights into how AI is revolutionizing image editing, making it more accessible and intuitive for users to modify photos with simple text commands.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-model" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-model</a></p>

<p>Tech for the Visually Impaired: Discussion on technology designed to assist visually impaired users, illustrating the inclusive approach of tech companies towards accessibility.<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesrath/video/7333485717730954542?_r=1&_t=8jjujvsvlB1" rel="nofollow">https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesrath/video/7333485717730954542?_r=1&amp;_t=8jjujvsvlB1</a> </p>

<p>Adobe Lightroom and Firefly AI on Apple Vision Pro: Overview of Adobe&#39;s software offerings for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting the potential of augmented reality (AR) and AI in professional and creative workflows.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059011/adobe-firefly-ai-image-generator-lightroom-apps-apple-vision-pro?lh_aid=3905546&lh_cid=1x29nfgapl&di=add8949ea6dac2da4d1fe5469c9ba049" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059011/adobe-firefly-ai-image-generator-lightroom-apps-apple-vision-pro?lh_aid=3905546&amp;lh_cid=1x29nfgapl&amp;di=add8949ea6dac2da4d1fe5469c9ba049</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Akira Motorcycle Project: Discussion on the Akira motorcycle by Bell &amp; Bel, touching upon its significance in pop culture and technological craftsmanship.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/belybel_artworks?igsh=MTh1dWVmNm45dW03Mw==" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/belybel_artworks?igsh=MTh1dWVmNm45dW03Mw==</a></p>

<p>iPhone “Mood” Camera App for Photographers: Exploration of a new app designed to emulate film photography on iPhones, catering to the needs of photography enthusiasts seeking a blend of vintage and modern.<a href="https://testflight.apple.com/join/g1uQn7Hu" rel="nofollow">https://testflight.apple.com/join/g1uQn7Hu</a></p>

<p>Live Facial Tracking with iPhones for Nicelodean’s Spongebob Squarepants Superbowl:  iPhones are used for live facial tracking in broadcasting, highlighting the innovative application of smartphone technology beyond conventional use.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3Ocl0QMxuK/?igsh=MTNoczloZjc1eGp4ag==" rel="nofollow">https://www.instagram.com/reel/C3Ocl0QMxuK/?igsh=MTNoczloZjc1eGp4ag==</a> </p>

<p>Adobe&#39;s AI and Apple Vision Pro Integration: Examination of Adobe&#39;s latest AI technologies and their integration with Apple Vision Pro, showcasing advancements in creative software and hardware synergy.</p>

<p>AI in Image Editing from Apple: Insights into how AI is revolutionizing image editing, making it more accessible and intuitive for users to modify photos with simple text commands.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-model" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/7/24065125/apple-generative-ai-image-editing-mgie-open-source-model</a></p>

<p>Tech for the Visually Impaired: Discussion on technology designed to assist visually impaired users, illustrating the inclusive approach of tech companies towards accessibility.<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesrath/video/7333485717730954542?_r=1&_t=8jjujvsvlB1" rel="nofollow">https://www.tiktok.com/@jamesrath/video/7333485717730954542?_r=1&amp;_t=8jjujvsvlB1</a> </p>

<p>Adobe Lightroom and Firefly AI on Apple Vision Pro: Overview of Adobe&#39;s software offerings for Apple Vision Pro, highlighting the potential of augmented reality (AR) and AI in professional and creative workflows.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059011/adobe-firefly-ai-image-generator-lightroom-apps-apple-vision-pro?lh_aid=3905546&lh_cid=1x29nfgapl&di=add8949ea6dac2da4d1fe5469c9ba049" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/2/24059011/adobe-firefly-ai-image-generator-lightroom-apps-apple-vision-pro?lh_aid=3905546&amp;lh_cid=1x29nfgapl&amp;di=add8949ea6dac2da4d1fe5469c9ba049</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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  <title>A Reminder Your Phone Is Going To Die | AwesomeCast 666</title>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 12 Dec 2023 20:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Sorgatron Media</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The hosts discuss the latest in video games, including the winners at The Game Awards, the end of the annual E3 gaming convention, and using new services like Steam Link and Xbox Remote Play to play games around your home. They showcase geeky products from sites like Vilros.com and apps like Google's Notebook LM for organizing notes with AI. Other offbeat topics include the WeCroak mortality reminder app and the hosts' upcoming indie wrestling production and hosting gigs. The irreverent, pop culture-loving hosts bring their unique chemistry and humor to analyzing the latest in tech and gaming.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>55:28</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast
Dudders was busy “defending” her 2PW Kicking Cancer’s Ass Championship this weekend!https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0
Video games: New games announced at The Game Awards like Baldur's Gate 3 winning Game of the Year; updates on games like Sonic Frontiers and Devil May Cry
Sega is bringing back classics like Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Streets of Rage and Golden Axe remakes! https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994
Gaming tech: Using Steam Link to play PC games on TVs/devices around your house; using Xbox Remote Play app to play Xbox on Android TVshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/353380/Steam_Link/https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay
The end of annual gaming event E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo).  But nothing can kill the Adult Entertainment Expohttps://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/
Raspberry Pi accessories and projects from Vilros websitewww.vilros.com
Google's new Notebook LM service for organizing notes/documents and asking AI questions about the contenthttps://notebooklm.google/
The WeCroak app that sends reminders about mortality 5 times per day
Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com
Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm 
Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!
You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!
Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at www.kidmental.com
Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!       
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Dudders was busy “defending” her 2PW Kicking Cancer’s Ass Championship this weekend!<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0</a></p>

<p>Video games: New games announced at The Game Awards like Baldur&#39;s Gate 3 winning Game of the Year; updates on games like Sonic Frontiers and Devil May Cry</p>

<p>Sega is bringing back classics like Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Streets of Rage and Golden Axe remakes! <a href="https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994" rel="nofollow">https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994</a></p>

<p>Gaming tech: Using Steam Link to play PC games on TVs/devices around your house; using Xbox Remote Play app to play Xbox on Android TVshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/353380/Steam_Link/<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay" rel="nofollow">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay</a></p>

<p>The end of annual gaming event E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo).  But nothing can kill the Adult Entertainment Expohttps://<a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/" rel="nofollow">www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/</a></p>

<p>Raspberry Pi accessories and projects from Vilros websitewww.vilros.com</p>

<p>Google&#39;s new Notebook LM service for organizing notes/documents and asking AI questions about the contenthttps://notebooklm.google/</p>

<p>The WeCroak app that sends reminders about mortality 5 times per day</p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Dudders was busy “defending” her 2PW Kicking Cancer’s Ass Championship this weekend!<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fdP0bpNZQF0</a></p>

<p>Video games: New games announced at The Game Awards like Baldur&#39;s Gate 3 winning Game of the Year; updates on games like Sonic Frontiers and Devil May Cry</p>

<p>Sega is bringing back classics like Jet Set Radio, Shinobi, Streets of Rage and Golden Axe remakes! <a href="https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994" rel="nofollow">https://kotaku.com/sega-new-trailers-game-awards-crazy-taxis-jet-set-radio-1851082994</a></p>

<p>Gaming tech: Using Steam Link to play PC games on TVs/devices around your house; using Xbox Remote Play app to play Xbox on Android TVshttps://store.steampowered.com/app/353380/Steam_Link/<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay" rel="nofollow">https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.grill.xbxplay</a></p>

<p>The end of annual gaming event E3 (Electronic Entertainment Expo).  But nothing can kill the Adult Entertainment Expohttps://<a href="http://www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/" rel="nofollow">www.washingtonpost.com/entertainment/video-games/2023/12/12/e3-permanently-canceled/</a></p>

<p>Raspberry Pi accessories and projects from Vilros websitewww.vilros.com</p>

<p>Google&#39;s new Notebook LM service for organizing notes/documents and asking AI questions about the contenthttps://notebooklm.google/</p>

<p>The WeCroak app that sends reminders about mortality 5 times per day</p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!      </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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  <title>Apps, Games and Doing Good | AwesomeCast 644</title>
  <link>https://awesomecast.fireside.fm/771</link>
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  <pubDate>Tue, 28 Nov 2023 20:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Sorgatron Media</author>
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  <itunes:duration>54:58</itunes:duration>
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  <description>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast
Kid Mental, musician and producer is back!https://www.kidmental.com/ 
Giving Tuesday Annual day of charitable giving after Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Katie is fundraising for 412 Thrive, a cancer support grouphttps://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/412thrive 
Teenage Engineering KOII music production devicehttps://teenage.engineering/products/ep-133
Get started with beats with Koala on iOS https://apps.apple.com/us/app/koala-sampler/id1449584007
Sketchbook Pro drawing and animation apphttps://sketchbook.com 
IFTTT for connecting apps and automating actionshttps://ifttt.com/  
Yakuza video game series including the new Like a Dragon Gaiden https://gaiden.sega.com/ 
Free Assassin's Creed Syndicate game for PChttps://www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-syndicate-the-one-about-murderous-siblings-in-london-during-the-industrial-revolution-is-free-to-keep-from-ubisoft/
PSA: iPhone sharing controversy - overblown privacy concernshttps://www.cultofmac.com/838538/iphone-namedrop-security-risk/ 
IKEA releasing affordable smart home sensorshttps://www.theverge.com/2023/11/28/23977693/ikea-sensors-door-window-water-motion-price-date-specs 
YouTube Launching mini games that can be played in browser. Includes games like billiards and Angry Birds https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/27/23978515/youtube-playables-games-premium-subscribers 
Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com
Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm 
Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!
You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!
Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at www.kidmental.com
Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!      
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Kid Mental, musician and producer is back!<a href="https://www.kidmental.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.kidmental.com/</a> </p>

<p>Giving Tuesday Annual day of charitable giving after Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Katie is fundraising for 412 Thrive, a cancer support grouphttps://<a href="http://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/412thrive" rel="nofollow">www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/412thrive</a> </p>

<p>Teenage Engineering KOII music production devicehttps://teenage.engineering/products/ep-133</p>

<p>Get started with beats with Koala on iOS <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/koala-sampler/id1449584007" rel="nofollow">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/koala-sampler/id1449584007</a></p>

<p>Sketchbook Pro drawing and animation apphttps://sketchbook.com </p>

<p>IFTTT for connecting apps and automating actionshttps://ifttt.com/  </p>

<p>Yakuza video game series including the new Like a Dragon Gaiden <a href="https://gaiden.sega.com/" rel="nofollow">https://gaiden.sega.com/</a> </p>

<p>Free Assassin&#39;s Creed Syndicate game for PChttps://<a href="http://www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-syndicate-the-one-about-murderous-siblings-in-london-during-the-industrial-revolution-is-free-to-keep-from-ubisoft/" rel="nofollow">www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-syndicate-the-one-about-murderous-siblings-in-london-during-the-industrial-revolution-is-free-to-keep-from-ubisoft/</a></p>

<p>PSA: iPhone sharing controversy - overblown privacy concernshttps://<a href="http://www.cultofmac.com/838538/iphone-namedrop-security-risk/" rel="nofollow">www.cultofmac.com/838538/iphone-namedrop-security-risk/</a> </p>

<p>IKEA releasing affordable smart home sensorshttps://<a href="http://www.theverge.com/2023/11/28/23977693/ikea-sensors-door-window-water-motion-price-date-specs" rel="nofollow">www.theverge.com/2023/11/28/23977693/ikea-sensors-door-window-water-motion-price-date-specs</a> </p>

<p>YouTube Launching mini games that can be played in browser. Includes games like billiards and Angry Birds <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/27/23978515/youtube-playables-games-premium-subscribers" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/27/23978515/youtube-playables-games-premium-subscribers</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Kid Mental, musician and producer is back!<a href="https://www.kidmental.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.kidmental.com/</a> </p>

<p>Giving Tuesday Annual day of charitable giving after Black Friday/Cyber Monday. Katie is fundraising for 412 Thrive, a cancer support grouphttps://<a href="http://www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/412thrive" rel="nofollow">www.givebigpittsburgh.com/organizations/412thrive</a> </p>

<p>Teenage Engineering KOII music production devicehttps://teenage.engineering/products/ep-133</p>

<p>Get started with beats with Koala on iOS <a href="https://apps.apple.com/us/app/koala-sampler/id1449584007" rel="nofollow">https://apps.apple.com/us/app/koala-sampler/id1449584007</a></p>

<p>Sketchbook Pro drawing and animation apphttps://sketchbook.com </p>

<p>IFTTT for connecting apps and automating actionshttps://ifttt.com/  </p>

<p>Yakuza video game series including the new Like a Dragon Gaiden <a href="https://gaiden.sega.com/" rel="nofollow">https://gaiden.sega.com/</a> </p>

<p>Free Assassin&#39;s Creed Syndicate game for PChttps://<a href="http://www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-syndicate-the-one-about-murderous-siblings-in-london-during-the-industrial-revolution-is-free-to-keep-from-ubisoft/" rel="nofollow">www.pcgamer.com/assassins-creed-syndicate-the-one-about-murderous-siblings-in-london-during-the-industrial-revolution-is-free-to-keep-from-ubisoft/</a></p>

<p>PSA: iPhone sharing controversy - overblown privacy concernshttps://<a href="http://www.cultofmac.com/838538/iphone-namedrop-security-risk/" rel="nofollow">www.cultofmac.com/838538/iphone-namedrop-security-risk/</a> </p>

<p>IKEA releasing affordable smart home sensorshttps://<a href="http://www.theverge.com/2023/11/28/23977693/ikea-sensors-door-window-water-motion-price-date-specs" rel="nofollow">www.theverge.com/2023/11/28/23977693/ikea-sensors-door-window-water-motion-price-date-specs</a> </p>

<p>YouTube Launching mini games that can be played in browser. Includes games like billiards and Angry Birds <a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/27/23978515/youtube-playables-games-premium-subscribers" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/27/23978515/youtube-playables-games-premium-subscribers</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!     </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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  <title>iPhone 15 Cat Pics | AwesomeCast 662</title>
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  <itunes:subtitle>The AwesomeCast is a fun, geeky podcast hosted by Katie "Dudders" and Mike Sorg. In this episode, they discuss new tech like the iPhone 15, Meta smart glasses, AI innovations from companies like Google, Amazon, and YouTube, and upcoming movies based on video games. Dudders shares her experience with the new iPhone camera while Sorg is excited about the Ray-Ban Stories glasses. They also talk about new AI features like chatbots, generated ads and reviews, and safety alerts in apps like Waze. Other highlights include NASA's new free streaming channel NASA Plus launching soon and changes to Instagram messaging. The hosts keep things lively with their energetic banter about the latest in tech and pop culture.</itunes:subtitle>
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  <description>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast
Katie got the new iPhone 15 Pro Max and is comparing image quality to her previous iPhone 13 Pro. The 15 seems to have better quality and more realistic looking photos.
They discuss upcoming movies based on video games including a live action Legend of Zelda movie produced by Avi Arad and a live action Five Nights at Freddy's movie. Mike recommends checking out the Five Nights at Freddy's video games on mobile for only $2.99.https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/zelda-movie/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/five-nights-at-freddys/id912536422 
Mike is interested in the new Meta Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses and sees them as an improved version of Google Glass. They have a better form factor and improved features like voice AI. And we look back at when Sorg got Google Glass in 2014! https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEq8DoCOcq4
Google is bringing AI generated ads to their platforms. This can help advertisers by generating unique ad images and copy.https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951220/google-performance-max-ai-generated-ads-campaign
YouTube is testing an AI chatbot that can answer questions about videos based on automatically generated captions or user submitted transcripts.https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/youtube-ai-chatbot-test-videos-1235781766/
Amazon customer reviews now have an "AI Summary" section that summarizes key points from multiple reviews.
Waze will start providing crash history alerts for accident prone roads using AI and user reports.https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts 
Instagram is rolling out an option to turn off read receipts in DMs.https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950995/instagram-dm-read-receipt-disable
NASA is launching a free streaming channel called NASA Plus on November 8th with space documentaries and other content.https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951028/nasa-plus-starts-streaming-tomorrow 
Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com
Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm 
Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!
You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!
Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at www.kidmental.com
Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!     
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Katie got the new iPhone 15 Pro Max and is comparing image quality to her previous iPhone 13 Pro. The 15 seems to have better quality and more realistic looking photos.</p>

<p>They discuss upcoming movies based on video games including a live action Legend of Zelda movie produced by Avi Arad and a live action Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s movie. Mike recommends checking out the Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s video games on mobile for only $2.99.<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/zelda-movie/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/five-nights-at-freddys/id912536422" rel="nofollow">https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/zelda-movie/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/five-nights-at-freddys/id912536422</a> </p>

<p>Mike is interested in the new Meta Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses and sees them as an improved version of Google Glass. They have a better form factor and improved features like voice AI. And we look back at when Sorg got Google Glass in 2014! <a href="https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses" rel="nofollow">https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEq8DoCOcq4" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEq8DoCOcq4</a></p>

<p>Google is bringing AI generated ads to their platforms. This can help advertisers by generating unique ad images and copy.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951220/google-performance-max-ai-generated-ads-campaign" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951220/google-performance-max-ai-generated-ads-campaign</a></p>

<p>YouTube is testing an AI chatbot that can answer questions about videos based on automatically generated captions or user submitted transcripts.<a href="https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/youtube-ai-chatbot-test-videos-1235781766/" rel="nofollow">https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/youtube-ai-chatbot-test-videos-1235781766/</a></p>

<p>Amazon customer reviews now have an &quot;AI Summary&quot; section that summarizes key points from multiple reviews.</p>

<p>Waze will start providing crash history alerts for accident prone roads using AI and user reports.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts</a> </p>

<p>Instagram is rolling out an option to turn off read receipts in DMs.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950995/instagram-dm-read-receipt-disable" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950995/instagram-dm-read-receipt-disable</a></p>

<p>NASA is launching a free streaming channel called NASA Plus on November 8th with space documentaries and other content.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951028/nasa-plus-starts-streaming-tomorrow" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951028/nasa-plus-starts-streaming-tomorrow</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>This week’s episode brought to you by Slice on Broadway, and Sidekick Media Services and listeners like you at www.patreon.com/awesomecast</p>

<p>Katie got the new iPhone 15 Pro Max and is comparing image quality to her previous iPhone 13 Pro. The 15 seems to have better quality and more realistic looking photos.</p>

<p>They discuss upcoming movies based on video games including a live action Legend of Zelda movie produced by Avi Arad and a live action Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s movie. Mike recommends checking out the Five Nights at Freddy&#39;s video games on mobile for only $2.99.<a href="https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/zelda-movie/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/five-nights-at-freddys/id912536422" rel="nofollow">https://techcrunch.com/2023/11/07/zelda-movie/https://apps.apple.com/us/app/five-nights-at-freddys/id912536422</a> </p>

<p>Mike is interested in the new Meta Ray-Ban Stories smart glasses and sees them as an improved version of Google Glass. They have a better form factor and improved features like voice AI. And we look back at when Sorg got Google Glass in 2014! <a href="https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses" rel="nofollow">https://www.ray-ban.com/usa/ray-ban-meta-smart-glasses</a> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEq8DoCOcq4" rel="nofollow">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QEq8DoCOcq4</a></p>

<p>Google is bringing AI generated ads to their platforms. This can help advertisers by generating unique ad images and copy.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951220/google-performance-max-ai-generated-ads-campaign" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951220/google-performance-max-ai-generated-ads-campaign</a></p>

<p>YouTube is testing an AI chatbot that can answer questions about videos based on automatically generated captions or user submitted transcripts.<a href="https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/youtube-ai-chatbot-test-videos-1235781766/" rel="nofollow">https://variety.com/2023/digital/news/youtube-ai-chatbot-test-videos-1235781766/</a></p>

<p>Amazon customer reviews now have an &quot;AI Summary&quot; section that summarizes key points from multiple reviews.</p>

<p>Waze will start providing crash history alerts for accident prone roads using AI and user reports.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950441/google-waze-crash-history-alerts</a> </p>

<p>Instagram is rolling out an option to turn off read receipts in DMs.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950995/instagram-dm-read-receipt-disable" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23950995/instagram-dm-read-receipt-disable</a></p>

<p>NASA is launching a free streaming channel called NASA Plus on November 8th with space documentaries and other content.<a href="https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951028/nasa-plus-starts-streaming-tomorrow" rel="nofollow">https://www.theverge.com/2023/11/7/23951028/nasa-plus-starts-streaming-tomorrow</a> </p>

<p>Subscribe to the Podcast: awesomecast.com</p>

<p>Sorgatron Media Podcast Network Feed: sorgatronmedia.fireside.fm </p>

<p>Join our AwesomeCast Facebook Group to see what we’re sharing and to join the discussion!</p>

<p>You can support the show at Patreon.com/awesomecast!</p>

<p>Special Thanks to kidmental for the new AwesomeCast Sounds!  Visit him at <a href="http://www.kidmental.com" rel="nofollow">www.kidmental.com</a></p>

<p>Join our live show Tuesdays around 7:00 PM EST on AwesomeCast Facebook, Youtube and Sorgatron Media Twitch!    </p><p><a rel="payment" href="https://www.patreon.com/awesomecast">Support AwesomeCast: Tech and Gadget Talk</a></p>]]>
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