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    #538: A Lot of Mac in Your Face

    November 18th, 2024 · 107 minutes

    Is Apple trying to boost revenue by truly embracing smart home products, or is it too late? Also, Jason reviews Kindles while lamenting the current state of e-readers, and the Vision Pro gets new accessories and a music video by The Weeknd!

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    Planes, Trains and Automobiles - Wikipedia
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    The Eleventh Annual Upgradies – Nomination Form
    Apple Home Hub Detailed: Apple Intelligence, HomeOS, Square iPad-Like Design - Bloomberg
    David Smith: "Reading the report of a possible Apple Home Hub Device" - Mastodon
    Kuo: Apple to release its own smart home camera in 2026, with AI features - 9to5Mac
    Gurman: Apple 'evaluating' idea of releasing a TV set again - 9to5Mac
    2024 Kindle Colorsoft and Paperwhite Review: No perfect choices – Six Colors
    Apple debuts The Weeknd’s immersive music experience for Apple Vision Pro - Apple
    Channel 4 launches Vision Pro streaming app with a Taskmaster environment - 9to5Mac
    Review: Belkin Travel Bag and Head Strap for Vision Pro – Six Colors