60: It's A Shakedown

Simon’s new PC is now complete, Richard finally uses an iPad Pro, and we discuss Apple’s “Error 53” fiasco which has been ruining the iPhones of those that dare to turn to third parties for repairs. Don’t be blinded by Simon’s shiny buckles and please avoid the steaming pile of turd which belongs to Richard. The Technically Correct Podcast is supported by Hover. Hover provide simplified domain management — check them out today. Links for this episode iPhones ‘disabled’ if Apple detects third-party repairs — BBC News ‘Error 53’ fury mounts as Apple software update threatens to kill your iPhone 6 — The Guardian Apple says iPhone ‘Error 53’ is to protect customers’ security — The Guardian Update likely meant only to display error and not brick phone — Twitter FTDI on counterfeit chip bricking: “Our intentions were honorable” — ArsTechnica Garry mods Garry’s Mod to catch pirates — Engadget Apple has lost the functional high ground — Marco.org Tomorrow with Joshua Topolsky: 39: John Gruber Crashes His Tesla Into Your Heart — Overcast