The Noisecast Episode 8 – Paul’s Return

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In this episode, Alberto and Paul are back with a full list of tech news and new gripes. Coming off of Apple’s Oct. 30th announcement, we try to figure out if the latest computing advancements are worth losing the ability to do self-repairs. We also take a minute to remind our listeners that you don’t just have to take – the Electronic Frontier Foundation is actively fighting back and trying to preserve users’ rights (link below). 

Paul is on the fence about the new Google Pixel 3 – from underpowered internals to weird notches popping up, he’s not sure if this is the phone for him. 

And lastly, we try to make sense of the recently announced Yongnuo YN450 – an Android-powered 4/3’s camera that sports a Canon EF mount. Did we mention it runs Android 7.1? WTF?  

Sources:

Electronic Frontier Foundation: http://eff.org 

CNet: https://www.cnet.com/news/with-5g-you-wont-just-be-watching-video-itll-be-watching-you-too/?ftag=CAD-03-10aaj8j

PetaPixel: https://petapixel.com/2018/11/03/yongnuos-yn450-mirrorless-camera-4-3-sensor-android-os-ef-lenses-4k/ 

New Noisecast Logo by Mylissa: www.twitter.com/oksomikki 

The Noisecast Episode 7 (2018) – iPhones and Photokina

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In this episode, Alberto is flying solo as Paul is preparing for his wedding – congrats Paul and Amanda! The show goes on as we tackle the new iPhone XS and its iterations, all the Full-Frame mirrorless camera announcements out of Photokina, and my first impressions on the Samsung Galaxy Note 9. 

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The Noisecast Episode 1: Loot Crates and Snapshots

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In this episode, I’m joined by Paul Combs of the C&C Geekcast. We talk video games, DLC and in-app purchases, and how the loot crate economy is creating the next generation of addicted gamblers. 
In a lighter note, we also chat about my experience shooting with two new cameras, the Olympus EM10 Mark III and the Lomography Instant Square.

Saal Digital Goes States-Side: Photo Book Review

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While most people instantly think of Instagram or Facebook as the go-to places for showcasing their photography, there’s something magical about seeing your work in print. We’re all about bridging your digital world with the tangible so when we got a chance to try a new printing device we had to give it a go. Recently Saal Digital, a new photo printing service, reached out and invited us to try out their professional photo book service. Saal Digital promised an intuitive user experience with a spectacular finish that’s worthy of being a family heirloom; challenge accepted.

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The Noisecast Episode 6 (2018) – Street Photography with Mason Resnick

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In this episode, we sit down with street photographer, photojournalist, and teacher, Mason Resnick. Mason studied street photography, in 1976, with Garry Winogrand, considered one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century. Since that time he’s covered over 3 decades of photography as an editor at various industry magazines, teacher, and street photographer. 

We also talk about digital vs. film photography, the effects of Instagram on photography, and his latest project TLV18: Photos of Tel Aviv, a photo book created during his most recent trip to Israel and the process of creating a project like this one. 

To learn more about Mason Resnick, you can check out his website: http://masonresnick.com/

To download a copy of his book, be sure to hit the link here: https://payhip.com/b/Ke1L

To check out Mason’s street photography, be sure to check out his Blogspot page: http://resnickstreetphotos.blogspot.com/ 

Episode 5: Half-time: The Tech We Like (So Far) 2018

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Alberto and Paul are back after a short month off. Life happens, but they’re back to give you a quick mid-year review of the tech that they’re most interested in for 2018. There’s still a lot of 2018 left, but between now and the new year, here’s what we’ve got our eyes on. 

 

Logitech Keys to Go http://gstylemag.com/2018/05/08/logitech-keys-to-go-review/

Microsoft’s Surface Go gamble https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/10/17552250/microsoft-surface-go-tablet-competition-ipad-chromebooks

Adobe Announces Full Version of Photoshop coming to iPads https://www.engadget.com/2018/07/13/adobe-plans-a-full-version-of-photoshop-for-ipad-in-2019/

Honorable Mentions: Android P and the Fujifilm X-T100. 

Episode 5 (2018): Halftime – Mid Year Tech Review feat. Paul Combs

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Alberto and Paul are back after a short month off. Life happens, but they’re back to give you a quick mid-year review of the tech that they’re most interested in for 2018. There’s still a lot of 2018 left, but between now and the new year, here’s what we’ve got our eyes on.

Logitech Keys to Go http://gstylemag.com/2018/05/08/logitech-keys-to-go-review/

Microsoft’s Surface Go gamble https://www.theverge.com/2018/7/10/17552250/microsoft-surface-go-tablet-competition-ipad-chromebooks

Adobe Announces Full Version of Photoshop coming to iPads https://www.engadget.com/2018/07/13/adobe-plans-a-full-version-of-photoshop-for-ipad-in-2019/

Honorable Mentions: Android P and the Fujifilm X-T100.

The Noisecast Episode 4 (2018) – Damned Kids and Their Self Driving Cars!

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In this episode, Paul manages to keep his cool as Alberto’s allergies plot to render him unable to coherently speak. When not choking, we manage to discuss a movie nearly a decade in the making – Avengers: Infinity War. We talk about the ethics (or lack thereof) behind Google’s Duplex AI bot, and Uber’s self-driving software killed a woman and no one seemed to care. 

Sources:

Android Authority Google io Recap: https://www.androidauthority.com/google-io/

SmartCities Dive – Uber AV Software at Fault in Pedestrian Crash: https://www.smartcitiesdive.com/news/uber-av-software-fatal-pedestrian-crash-tempe-arizona/523075/