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In this episode, Erik and Kris Interview Soroush Sabbaghan an Associate Professor at the University of Calgary's Weklund School of Education. The interview centres around Soroush's interest in AI and how it can be ethically and appropriately used in education.  Soroush's website: https://soroushsabbaghan.com/ Soroush's profile at UofC: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/soroush-sabbaghan CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss Apple’s MacBook Neo and what it may mean for the future of the iPad. They also look at OpenAI’s GPT-5.5 release, including benchmark results, agentic coding, AI in medical triage, and the strange story of ChatGPT’s “goblin” habit. Finally, they revisit the ongoing question of AI and jobs, from Jensen Huang’s advice to study engineering to a Chinese court ruling on replacing workers with AI. SHOW NOTES MacBook Neo and Future of the iPad MacBook Neo’s Product Fit – Inc: Apple’s low-cost MacBook Neo appears aimed at first-time Mac buyers, students, and people who need an affordable computer more than a high-end Mac. https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/after-45-days-i-figured-out-exactly-who-the-macbook-neo-is-for/91336235 Apple’s iPad Phaseout Has Begun – Macworld: Macworld argues that the MacBook Neo, touchscreen MacBooks, and a future iPhone Fold could put pressure on the iPad from multiple directions. https://www.macworld.com/article/3109565/ipad-demise-touchscreen-macbook-pro-neo-iphone-fold.html ChatGPT 5.5 Introducing GPT-5.5 – OpenAI: OpenAI positions GPT-5.5 as a stronger model for agentic coding, computer use, knowledge work, and scientific research. https://openai.com/index/introducing-gpt-5-5/ GPT-5.5 Benchmarks – VentureBeat: VentureBeat reports that GPT-5.5 narrowly beat Anthropic’s Claude Mythos Preview on Terminal-Bench 2.0, while noting that model competition remains tight across benchmarks. https://venturebeat.com/ai/openais-gpt-5-5-is-here-and-its-no-potato-narrowly-beats-anthropics-claude-mythos-preview-on-terminal-bench-2-0 Where the Goblins Came From – OpenAI: OpenAI explains how a “nerdy” personality training pattern led ChatGPT to overuse goblin and gremlin metaphors. https://openai.com/index/where-the-goblins-came-from/ ChatGPT’s Goblin Obsession – Engadget: Engadget summarizes OpenAI’s explanation of the goblin issue and why personality tuning can have unexpected side effects. https://www.engadget.com/2161234/chatgpt-developed-a-goblin-obsession-after-openai-tried-to-make-it-nerdy/ AI and Emergency Triage – The Guardian: A Harvard study found that AI outperformed doctors in some emergency triage diagnosis tasks, while researchers warned that AI should be treated as a clinical support tool, not a doctor replacement. https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/apr/30/ai-outperforms-doctors-in-harvard-trial-of-emergency-triage-diagnoses Latest on AI Taking Our Jobs Jensen Huang on AI and Careers – Inc: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang argues that engineering remains one of the safest career bets because it teaches first-principles problem-solving. https://www.inc.com/leila-sheridan/jensen-huang-engineering-jobs-ai/91337609 AI Layoffs in China – Gizmodo: A Chinese court found that employers cannot use AI automation as a pretext to unilaterally demote or terminate workers. https://gizmodo.com/its-illegal-in-china-to-lay-someone-off-to-replace-them-with-ai-court-finds-2000753791 CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Chapters (00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:21) - MacBook Neo retrospective(00:16:48) - ChatGPT 5.5 and Goblins(00:48:13) - Careers safe from AI

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the announcement that Tim Cook will be stepping down as Apple's CEO and turning over the role to John Ternus. Could this be a signal that Apple is returning to products with a hardware engineer at the helm? They discuss what it means for a tech industry focused on subscriptions. The co-hosts also discuss Anthropic's new Mythos model and how it has discovered many major software vulnerabilities. For the tip section, Kris and Erik discuss their experience using NotebookLM for learning new topics and keeping up to date with industry news. SHOW NOTESApple Newsroom: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/04/tim-cook-to-become-apple-executive-chairman-john-ternus-to-become-apple-ceo/Macrumors: https://www.macrumors.com/2026/04/20/tim-cook-stepping-down/PCWorld: https://www.pcworld.com/article/2816617/microsofts-copilot-gamble-is-a-bustbut-ai-pcs-still-feel-inevitable.htm Anthropic - Project Glasswing: https://www.anthropic.com/glasswing Scientific American: https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/what-is-mythos-and-why-are-experts-worried-about-anthropics-ai-model/ CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.ca

In this episode, Kris and Erik interview Dr. Hadi Fariborzi, an Assistant Professor of Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Mount Royal University. His research is situated at the intersection of international entrepreneurship. Dr. Fariborzi co-founded Hub Meta — an AI powered tool for conducting systematic reviews.  SHOW NOTES Dr. Hadi Fariborzi Hub Meta Google Scholar CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris chat with Ross "Memphis" Pambrun about his unique path across healthcare, firefighting, technology, music, and media. They discuss how Ross built a career that spans public service, AI and cyber innovation through The Memphis Group, storytelling through Red River Gold, and performing with his band, Memphis and The Grande. SHOW NOTES Ross Pambrun The Memphis Group Memphis and The Grande Red River Gold CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss how trust keeps becoming the real story in tech. They look at Paul Thurrott’s skepticism about Microsoft’s latest promises to improve Windows, Anthropic’s massive global interview project on what people actually want from AI, OpenAI’s plan to nearly double its workforce as it pushes further into enterprise adoption, and the gamer backlash to Nvidia’s DLSS 5. SHOW NOTES Trust But Verify: https://www.thurrott.com/windows/windows-11/334053/trust-but-verify-2  What 81,000 people want from AI: https://www.anthropic.com/81k-interviews  OpenAI to nearly double workforce to 8,000 by end-2026, FT report: https://www.reuters.com/business/openai-nearly-double-workforce-8000-by-end-2026-ft-reports-2026-03-21/  Gamers react with overwhelming disgust to DLSS 5’s generative AI glow-ups: https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2026/03/gamers-react-with-overwhelming-disgust-to-dlss-5s-generative-ai-glow-ups/  The hidden advantage of being over 50 in the age of AI: https://www.inc.com/joel-comm/the-hidden-advantage-of-being-over-50-in-the-age-of-ai/91312602  CONTACT Website: examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris explore the growing gap between AI adoption and AI literacy, highlighting how institutions, governments, and workplaces are struggling to keep up. They discuss practical frameworks for using AI responsibly, the risks of poorly implemented automation, and the opportunity for skilled professionals to stand out. They also break down Apple’s March 2026 product lineup, with a deep dive into the MacBook Neo, a $599 laptop that signals a major shift in Apple’s strategy and could redefine entry-level computing. SHOW NOTES MRU Library: Generative AI Applications Guide: https://library.mtroyal.ca/ai/applications Alberta AI Academy: https://albertaaiacademy.com/  Maclean’s: AI Has Entered the Cubicle: https://macleans.ca/longforms/ai-has-entered-the-cubicle/  New Apple hardware Apple: https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2026/03/macbook-neo-iphone-17e-ipad-air-with-m4-and-more-are-now-available/  MacBook Neo reviews https://daringfireball.net/2026/03/the_macbook_neo https://9to5mac.com/2026/03/10/macbook-neo-review/ https://www.tomshardware.com/laptops/macbooks/apple-macbook-neo-a18-pro-review https://www.macworld.com/article/3081612/macbook-neo-a18-pro-review.html CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

Kris and Erik speak with Sasha Ivanov, creator of Maple Scan, a mobile app that helps Canadians identify products made in Canada while shopping. Sasha explains the motivation behind the project, how the app works, and what it reveals about Canadian manufacturing and supply chains. Maple Scan: https://maplescan.app/ CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the ongoing saga between Apple and Google, including the $20 billion deal that made Google the default search engine on Apple devices and the recent DOJ review of their partnership. Additionally, they explore how AI is changing the game for search behaviors and user expectations, citing a study from the NN Group. The co-hosts also share their personal experiences with using AI (over the long term) to boost productivity and reduce research friction. SHOW NOTES Google's Deal with Apple: Google paid $20 billion to become the default search engine on Apple devices in 2022 https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/05/02/google-paid-apple-20-billion-to-be-default-search-engine-in-2022 DOJ Re-Reviews Google-Apple Search Deal: The US Department of Justice has appealed and re-reviewed Google's deal with Apple, putting it back under scrutiny https://www.macobserver.com/news/google-and-apple-search-deal-back-under-review-after-doj-appeal/ Alphabet's Silence on AI Deal: Despite investor pressure, Alphabet (Google's parent company) remains tight-lipped about its AI agreement with Apple https://techcrunch.com/2026/02/04/alphabet-wont-talk-about-the-google-apple-ai-deal-even-to-investors/ The Future of Search: A recent report highlights how AI is changing search behaviors and user expectations https://www.nngroup.com/articles/ai-changing-search-behaviors/ CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

*This episode was originally published on December 8, 2023 In this episode, Erik and Kris tackle the unfolding drama at OpenAI and its implications. Kris discusses his recent AI panel discussion at MRU, while Erik offers an overview of his latest home organization project. Both hosts will share their holiday gift guide tips, perfect for the tech-savvy and the organized. SHOW NOTES AI Soap Opera OpenAI Announces Leadership Transition (OpenAI Blog): OpenAI announces significant changes in its leadership structure. Sam Altman Returns as CEO of OpenAI (The Verge): Sam Altman reclaims the CEO position at OpenAI, marking a new chapter for the company. AI Panel Discussion Highlights: Context of AI in Research: Discussing the evolving role of AI in academic and professional research settings. Panelist Introductions: Each panelist shares their background and how AI intersects with their research. Diverse Perspectives on AI: Highlighting unique insights from each panelist, providing a broad view of AI's role in different research areas. Practical Applications of AI: Exploring how panelists currently use AI in their work, including specific tools and methodologies. Successes and Challenges: Discussing what has worked well in AI-driven research and addressing the limitations and issues faced. The Future of AI in Research: Debating whether AI is a permanent fixture in research and the value of investing in AI knowledge and tools. AI as Collaborator or Competitor: Examining views on whether AI is augmenting human research capabilities or posing a threat to traditional research roles. Human Skills vs. AI Capabilities: Delving into which human skills might remain irreplaceable by AI and what research aspects can be effectively outsourced to AI technologies. Impact on Research Quality: Analyzing how AI tools influence the quality and rigor of research and their implications for academic integrity. Ethical Considerations in AI Research: Addressing the pressing ethical concerns in integrating AI into research and discussing potential norms for ethical AI use. AI, Accessibility, and Inclusivity: Exploring the implications of AI on inclusivity in research, especially between well-funded and under-funded programs, and discussing measures for fair representation. Organizational Guide: Cable Management: Emphasize the importance of Velcro ties for efficient cable organization. Labeling Essentials: Discuss the use of label tape and whiteout pens for clear labeling, even without a label maker. Consistent Systems: Stress the importance of grouping related items and maintaining a consistent organizational system. Space Utilization: Highlight the use of 3M Command hooks for maximizing space, especially inside cupboards. Document Organization: Recommend accordion folders for essential document storage, such as receipts and manuals. Life Consolidation: Encourage listeners to avoid having multiples of items and to refrain from collecting unnecessary tools (e.g., notebooks, notes apps, to-do lists). Digitization and Decluttering: Advice on using a scanner app to digitize important papers, followed by shredding the physical copies, except for sentimental items like children's artwork or per...

In this episode, Erik and Kris interview Randall Herd—VP Marketing at Arhket. Arhket is an AI driven prototyping tools that allows users to quicky get from ideation to prototype through a clever combination of visual wireframing tools and AI prompts. SHOW NOTES Arkhet: https://arkhet.app/ *For those interesting a discount on the Arkhet platform, contact Randall on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/randallherd/  CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

In this episode Kris and Erik discuss Microsoft's latest report on global AI adoption trends, explore highlights from CES 2026 including LEGO's groundbreaking Smart Bricks, Samsung's triple-folding phone, and AMD's new AI-powered laptop processors. Plus, we check out Repebble's new smartwatches and voice-recording ring. SHOW NOTES Zorin OS https://zorin.com/os/ (Linux-based operating system designed as a user-friendly alternative to Windows and macOS, featuring familiar desktop layouts and extended hardware support) Ollama https://ollama.com/search (Local LLM runtime platform enabling privacy-focused AI model deployment on personal hardware) Microsoft AI Economy Institute Global AI Adoption Report 2025 https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/corporate-responsibility/topics/ai-economy-institute/reports/global-ai-adoption-2025/ (Comprehensive analysis showing AI adoption reached 16.3% globally with widening divide between Global North and Global South) Repebble Index 01 https://repebble.com/index (Voice-recording smart ring with button and microphone for capturing thoughts, requiring no charging for years of use) Repebble Watch https://repebble.com/watch (New e-paper smartwatches including Pebble Round 2 and Pebble Time 2 with long battery life and open-source PebbleOS) AMD Ryzen AI 400 Series Announcement https://www.amd.com/en/newsroom/press-releases/2026-1-5-amd-expands-ai-leadership-across-client-graphics-.html (Next-generation processors featuring 60 TOPS NPU for AI workloads, 12 Zen 5 cores, and enhanced performance for laptops and mini-PCs) Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Coverage https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/samsung-galaxy-z-trifold-hands-on-flexing-is-believing-at-ces-2026-224343480.html (Hands-on coverage of Samsung's triple-folding smartphone with 10-inch display that won Best Overall Product at CES 2026) LEGO Smart Bricks Star Wars Sets https://www.lego.com/en-us/aboutus/news/2026/december/lego-smart-play-announcement (Interactive LEGO platform featuring Smart Bricks with embedded sensors, speakers, and processors smaller than a LEGO stud, launching March 2026 with Star Wars sets) CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

In this episode Kris provides a long-term review of the iPhone Air, our co-hosts discuss Time Magazine's person of the year—The AI Architects—and Erik discusses how to run AI locally using Ollama. SHOW NOTES TIME: Person of the Year 2025 — AI Architects https://time.com/7339685/person-of-the-year-2025-ai-architects/ (Overview of TIME’s 2025 Person of the Year selection, highlighting AI builders shaping technology and society) Ollama (Official) https://ollama.com/ (Main site for Ollama, a local LLM runtime focused on privacy and performance) Shep Bryan on Ollama https://www.shepbryan.com/blog/ollama (Practical breakdown of Ollama, how it works, and use cases from a developer perspective) CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik discusses Linux has never quite become the everyday desktop operating system, despite powering much of the modern Internet and having a passionate community behind it. He explores what has held Linux back from mainstream adoption, and looks at how the end of Windows 10 support is pushing people to explore alternatives. Erik highlights Zorin OS, a Linux distribution designed to feel instantly familiar to Windows users, and explains why it might be the most compelling option yet for anyone user older hardware that is not compatable with Windows 11. SHOW NOTES Statcounter: Desktop OS Market Share Worldwide https://gs.statcounter.com/os-market-share/desktop/worldwide/ (Global operating system usage data, including Linux’s current ~3 percent share) Linux Today: Microsoft Continues to Cite Linux as Proof It Is Not a Monopoly https://www.linuxtoday.com/infrastructure/microsoft-continues-to-cite-linux-as-proof-it-is-not-a-monopoly/ (Historical context on Microsoft using Linux’s existence during antitrust scrutiny) Ars Technica: New Project Brings Strong Linux Compatibility to More Classic Windows Games https://arstechnica.com/gaming/2025/11/new-project-brings-strong-linux-compatibility-to-more-classic-windows-games/ (Explains Proton, SteamOS momentum, and why Linux gaming is suddenly viable) Zorin OS Blog: Introducing Zorin OS 18https://blog.zorin.com/2025/10/14/zorin-os-18-has-arrived/ SavvyNik (YouTube): Zorin OS 18 Overview https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ni-JXsp0Vtw (Visual demo of Zorin’s UI and Windows-like workflow) Microsoft: Windows 10 End of Support: October 14, 2025 https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/lifecycle/products/windows-10-home-and-pro (Official end-of-life documentation for Windows 10) Microsoft Learn: Windows 11 Requirementshttps://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/whats-new/windows-11-requirements Ubuntu Documentation: Linux Hardware and Driver Support Overview https://help.ubuntu.com/community/HardwareSupportComponents (Context on device compatibility challenges that shaped Linux adoption) GNOME Blog: Online Accounts and Cloud Integration in GNOME https://blogs.gnome.org/ (Background on the online accounts integration used by distros like Zorin) LibreOffice: LibreOffice for Windows, macOS, and Linux https://www.libreoffice.org/discover/libreoffice/ (Open-source Office alternative recommended for Windows switchers) Obsidian: A Powerful Notes App for Linux and Beyond https://obsidian.md/ (Cross-platform note-taking tool mentioned as a OneNote replacement)

In this episode, Erik dives into why prompting AI is hard, especially for those of us who have spent twenty years being trained to search the web with short, concise queries. He unpacks the shift from keyword-driven search habits to the more detailed, creative instructions AI systems require, and explains what this new “prompt literacy” means for everyday users, educators, and anyone working with modern AI. SHOW NOTES OpenAI: Best practices for prompt engineering with the OpenAI API Palantir: Best Practices for Prompt Engineering System in Motion: Why is prompting for image generation so difficult? Nielsen Norman Group: How AI Is Changing Search Behavior One Useful Thing: Working with AI: Two Paths to Prompting CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik talks about the rise of Agentic Web Browsers. These "next generation" web browsers are the new hotness, and companies like OpenAI, Perplexity, and Microsoft claim they can save you time by doing tasks on your behalf. But do they actually work? What are the risks of letting an AI control your browser? SHOW NOTES Consumer Reports: Should You Use an AI Browser Like ChatGPT Atlas? ChatGPT Atlas browser Microsoft Edge Copilot Mode TIME STAMPS 00:00:00 - Intro00:03:35 - What are agentic web browsers?00:13:15 - Consumer reports agent browser comparison00:23:22 - Tips00:29:07 - Wrap up CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca

This episode was originally published on September 8, 2023 (Episode 60), during the AI hype cycle. What is still true today? Does Amazon still want to own the AI highway? Is higher education and business responding to ChatGPT the same way today? --- Examining is a technology-focused podcast that dives deep. Our co-hosts, Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans examine the technology industry, branding, productivity, and education, and provide practical tech tips. As we make this transition to "Examining" we will be updating our various account links, so please bear with us. SHOW NOTES YouTube: This video is titled “YouTube” and is available on the YouTube platform Harvard Business Review: How to Prepare for a GenAI Future You Can’t Predict ZDNet: 75% of businesses are implementing or considering bans on ChatGPT Slate: Amazon Web Services isn’t trying to win the A.I. race. It wants to own the road CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca (Show notes created with help from Bing Chat AI)

This episode was originally published on February 1, 2022. In this episode, Kris and Erik return after their Winter break 'sabbatical.' Kris gives an update on the latest books he's read on work productivity, specifically those that force us to rethink how we work. Our co-hosts also discuss their work resolutions/goals for using technology and being productive.SHOW NOTESBooks*The Four Hour Work Week - Tim Ferriss*ReWork - Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson*Remote - Jason Fried, David Heinemeier Hansson*Make Time - Jake Knapp, John Zeratsky Tools mentioned*Pinboard*IFTTT*Day One*No code toolsEDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: [email protected]: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caTwitter:  @KrisHansMarket Grade: marketgrade.comChristopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound EngineerWebsite: chrishoang.ca

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss the legacy of Windows 10 (successes and controversies), Windows' evolution, how to get an extra year of Windows 10 support for free, and our favourite Windows features. SHOW NOTES Bloomberg: Apple is enticing Windows 10 users to switch to Mac/iPad Paul Thurrott: Windows 10 Legacy Lex Fridman podcast: Dave Plummer interview (former Microsoft veteran) Dave’s Garage: Dave Plummer’s YouTube channel on PC/software history, deep dives into hardware, retro hardware, and interviews with industry legends. Steven Sinofsky's book: Hardcore Software: Inside the Rise and Fall of the PC Revolution TIPS Engadget: Get extended Windows 10 support for free! Reddit: Hidden/lesser-known Windows features TIME STAMPS 00:00:53 - Reflection on Windows 00:06:02 - Legacy of Windows 10 00:25:54 - Apple going after Windows 10 users to switch 00:27:22 - Get a year of Windows 10 support for free! 00:32:01 - Favourite Windows features 00:41:54 - Wrap up CONTACT Website: examining.ca
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In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss the new Sora 2 video generator from OpenAI and a startling Wired report about how public and government information was gathered from satellites using only $800 worth of equipment. SHOW NOTES Sora 2 AI video generator Wired: Satellites are leaking the world's secrets TIME STAMPS 00:02:51 - Sora 2 AI video generator 00:22:49 - Satellites are leaking the world's secrets (Wired) CONTACT: Website: examining.ca X: @examiningpod LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/examining TEAM INFORMATION: Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net X: @egchristiansen Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca X: @KrisHans

This episode was originally published September 21, 2021. ---- In this deep dive episode, Kris and Erik discuss Cal Newport's most recent book "A World Without Email." Newport argues that email and messaging apps (asynchronous communication) have led to what he calls "the hyperactive hive mind." Newport explains that email is taking up too much of our time at work and proposes several solutions to make us more efficient.SHOW NOTESKey concepts:*Email is abused and we spend too much time writing emails*We often offload our brains using email. It's easier to ask questions via email than find answers ourselves.*Email, like physical mail and instant messaging, is a form of asynchronous communication. *Our work has become more reactive than proactive. Newport says email and messaging apps have led to the "hyperactive hive mind" approach to work.*Boundaries around email can be implemented on a personal basis (i.e. Deep Work strategies), but real change has to be institutional (processes and expectations).Other books by Cal Newport:*Deep Work*Digital MinimalismTools for collaboration:*Trello*ITP Metrics EDTECH EXAMINED CONTACT:Website: edtechexamined.comEmail: [email protected]: @EdTechExaminedTEAM INFORMATIONErik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Twitter: @egchristiansenBlog: tech-bytes.netKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caTwitter:  @KrisHansMarket Grade: marketgrade.comChristopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound EngineerWebsite: chrishoang.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris do their Fall 2025 productivity tips roundup and summarize some advice from author David Pink. They also compare sleep tracking apps, cover some mindblowing Microsoft data centre news, and share some early impressions of the new Apple Watch SE 3. SHOW NOTES AutoSleep app Streaks habit tracking Daniel Pink's advice Schedule Dr appointments in the morning Delay drinking coffee in the morning Showering in the morning vs evening (pros and cons) Morning vs evening exercise "Caffine naps" The "fresh start" effect Calendar scheduling hacks: Time blocking and batching Benefits of a paper planner for time blocking Logging time spent on priority activities helps build accountability Apple Watch workout friends (motivation) 2/5 minute rule: If it takes 2 minutes or less, it’s better to just do it now Permission to be rubbish (Greg McKeown) Built-in dictation feature in Microsoft Word Microsoft: Inside the world’s most powerful AI datacenter PC Magazine Apple Watch SE 3 review TIME STAMPS 00:01:33 - Autosleep App vs Apple Sleep Score 00:08:35 - Daniel Pink's productivity advice 00:23:13 - Co-host productivity hacks and apps 00:42:59 - Microsoft's mega datacenters 00:47:37 - Apple Watch SE 3 impressions 00:53:05 - Wrap up CONTACT: Website: examining.ca X: @examiningpod LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/examining TEAM INFORMATION: Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net X: @egchristiansen Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca X: @KrisHans

Following up on episode 74 on the September 2025 Apple event, Erik and Kris discuss Apple’s newly released operating systems for iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and macOS. This year brings perhaps the largest design overhaul since 2013’s iOS 7. Across all its operating systems, Apple has introduced a new concept, “Liquid Glass,” a new material and design philosophy that is both new and old. The co-hosts talk about how Liquid Glass is both different and familiar, comparing it to the original macOS and Windows 7, and also review the major feature changes in each operating system. SHOW NOTES Apple’s introduction of Liquid Glass for WWDC 2025 Six Colors Blog operating system reviews iOS 26 review iPadOS 26 review WatchOS 26 review macOS 26 Tahoe review Apple operating system standards on Figma (and other platforms) Steve Jobs introduces Mac OS X, 2000 part 2 and part 3 Windows 7 design principles (transparency) TIME STAMPS 00:03:46 What is Liquid Glass? 00:13:20 What’s old is new again 00:29:17 iOS 26 00:38:41  iPad OS 26 00:47:08 macOS 26 Tahoe 00:53:37 The future of Liquid Glass CONTACT: Website: examining.ca X: @examiningpod LinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/examining TEAM INFORMATION: Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net X: @egchristiansen Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca X: @KrisHans

In this episode, Kris and Erik break down the September, 2025 Apple event. Apple launched a new iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max, the iPhone Air, new Apple Watches (Series 11, Ultra 3, and SE 3), and AirPod Pro 3.  SHOW NOTES: Watch the Sep 2025 Apple event PCMag: You Probably Missed These 7 iPhone Announcements at the Apple Event MacRumors: Apple Says iPhone Air is Another Step Towards ‘Singular Piece of Glass’ The Verge: The eight biggest announcements during Apple’s iPhone Air event The Verge: Apple barely talked about AI at its big iPhone 17 event CONTACT:Website: examining.caX: @examiningpodLinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/examiningTEAM INFORMATION:Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.netX: @egchristiansenKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caX: @KrisHans Chapters (00:01:43) - iPhones(00:28:14) - Erik's take on the iPhone Air(00:36:38) - AirPod Pro 3(00:39:57) - Apple Watches

SHOW NOTES: Bloomberg Law: Anthropic Judge Blasts Copyright Pact as “Nowhere Close to Done” Reuters: Anthropic Agrees to Pay $1.5 Billion to Settle Author Class Action Tom’s Guide: Claude AI Will Start Training on Your Data Soon — Here’s How to Opt-Out Before the Deadline Futurism: Sam Altman Says Dead Internet Theory Is Coming True Wolfram Media: What Is ChatGPT Doing and Why Does It Work? CONTACT:Website: examining.caX: @examiningpodLinkedIn: ca.linkedin.com/company/examiningTEAM INFORMATION:Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.netX: @egchristiansenKris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: krishans.caX: @KrisHans

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss AI Agents. They cover what they are, how they operate, and the pros and cons of having these agents roaming the Internet. SOURCES The Verge: AI agents are science fiction not yet ready for primetime Microsoft: Copilot and AI Agents OpenAI: Introducing ChatGPT Agent CONTACT Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-HostWebsite: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host WebsiteWebsite: krishans.ca

SHOWNOTES "AI Coding Tools Could Bring Us the 'One-Employee Unicorn'": Fast Company "Chamath Palihapitiya tweet about not studying code": X (formerly Twitter) "Interview with Ray Kurzweil": Intelligent Machines Podcast "Microsoft Thinks AI Colleagues Are Coming Soon": Fast Company "Your Politeness Could Be Costly for OpenAI": TechCrunch "Adobe Introduces 'Created Without Generative AI' Label": Fast Company "Not Made by AI Logo Pack": NotByAI.fyi "How People Are Really Using Generative AI in 2025": Harvard Business Review (HBR) "Infographic: How People Are Using Generative AI": HBR "Studies Show AI Can Dull Your Thinking Skills—Here’s How It Can Also Sharpen Them": Fast Company "GPT-4 Prompting Guide": OpenAI Cookbook "A Practical Guide to Building AI Agents (PDF)": OpenAI CONTACT Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host WebsiteWebsite: krishans.ca (Show notes and timestamp images developed with help from ChatGPT)

The State of Apple Daring Fireball: https://daringfireball.net/2025/03/something_is_rotten_in_the_state_of_cupertino HEY World: https://world.hey.com/dhh/age-is-a-problem-at-apple-f7ae6eca AI Discussion Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/ClaudeAI/comments/1d4h1h9/claude_versus_chatgpt/ Featured Media IMDb (Buy Now documentary): https://www.imdb.com/title/tt34350086/ ⌚ Pebble Watch Returns RePebble: https://repebble.com/ CNET: https://www.cnet.com/tech/mobile/pebble-watch-returns-it-might-be-exactly-what-the-smartwatch-landscape-needs/ CONTACT Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host WebsiteWebsite: krishans.ca (Show notes and timestamp images developed with help from ChatGPT)

Quantum Computing Breakthrough from Microsoft Microsoft News: Microsoft’s Majorana-1 Chip Carves New Path for Quantum Computing Nature: Microsoft’s Quantum Computing Bet: Topological Qubits Finally Arrive Popular Mechanics: Majorana-1 Topological Qubit Could Revolutionize Quantum Computing ChatGPT 4.5 (For Pro Users) TechRadar: ChatGPT 4.5 is Here for Pro Users Now and Plus Users Next Week – and I Can’t Wait to Try It Reuters: OpenAI Rolls Out GPT-4.5 to Some Paying Users, Expand Access Next Week One Useful Thing: The End of Search, the Beginning of Research (Related analysis on AI-driven research) Our experience with deep research: Erik’s deep research question is still running after a couple of days. Inc: Microsoft Says Workers are Already Using AI to Lighten Workloads, at Risk to Their Own Brainpower iPhone 16E (Assessment of Reviews) Wired: Apple iPhone 16E Review John Gruber: Daring Fireball’s Take on the iPhone 16E Framework Desktop Polygon: Framework Desktop: Gaming Specs, Price, and Where to Buy The Verge: Framework Desktop Announcement – Price, Release Date, and Details The End of Skype Microsoft: The Next Chapter – Moving from Skype to Microsoft Teams CONTACT Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host WebsiteWebsite: krishans.ca *Show notes and timestamp images developed with help from ChatGPT 4o

SHOW NOTES The Verge: How DeepSeek Crashed the AI Party The Wall Street Journal: Six Takeaways From a Monumental Week for AI Nature: How China Created AI Model DeepSeek and Shocked the World Fortune: Researchers Had a '100% Attack Success Rate' vs. DeepSeek Microsoft WorkLab: Research Proves Your Brain Needs Breaks TWiT.tv: Marc or Marx? CONTACT Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca

News Articles * Inc.: AI Isn’t Magic, and It Isn’t a Strategy Either* Ars Technica: It’s Remarkably Easy to Inject New Medical Misinformation into LLMs* Reuters: OpenAI, SoftBank, and Oracle to Invest $500 Billion in AI, Trump Says* MobileSyrup: OpenAI's Operator Can Browse the Web and Perform Actions for You* Daring Fireball: Siri Is Super Dumb and Getting Dumber Tips* Ars Technica: Home Microsoft 365 Plans Use Copilot AI Features as Pretext for a Price Hike* Thurrott: Microsoft 365 Personal and Family Plans Get New Copilot Features and a Price Increase Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, we explored the latest tech highlights of 2025, covering Nvidia's advancements, the rise of AI devices and applications, Microsoft's recall issues, and Apple's innovations with Silicon and the Vision Pro. We wrapped up with a lighthearted tangent on decluttering projects, diving into how we organize our lives amidst all this tech! Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website Website: krishans.ca Show notes created with help from ChatGPT 4. The transcript is AI-generated. Please excuse any errors.

Erik and Kris explore subscription creep, hidden digital costs, AI tools, and DIY tech, offering tips to regain control over recurring expenses. Book: When Things Don't Go Your WayBy Haemin Sunim ---- Digital Privacy and Security 404 Media: Leaked Docs Show What Phones Cellebrite Can and Can't Unlock Date: August 21, 2024 https://www.404media.co/leaked-docs-show-what-phones-cellebrite-can-and-cant-unlock/?mc_cid=20c535fce7 Education and Technology ---- Notion Help Center: Notion for Education Date: August 2024 https://www.notion.so/help/notion-for-education Erik Christiansen Blog: When Technology Was Simpler: Subscription Creep Date: August 20, 2024 https://erikchristiansen.net/2024/08/20/when-technology-was-simpler-subscription-creep/ CNET: Subscription Creep Costs US Consumers More Than $1,000 a Year, CNET Survey Finds Date: August 2024 https://www.cnet.com/personal-finance/subscription-creep-costs-us-consumers-more-than-1000-a-year-cnet-survey-finds/ Computerworld: The Problem with the Subscription Economy Date: August 21, 2024 https://www.computerworld.com/article/1615394/the-problem-with-the-subscription-economy.html AI and Big Tech ---- TechCrunch: Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools Stumble on Swears and Controversial Topics Date: August 6, 2024 https://techcrunch.com/2024/08/06/apple-intelligences-writing-tools-stumble-on-swears-and-controversial-topics/ Forbes: Microsoft Stock Drops as AI Capital Expenditures Surge to $56 Billion Date: July 31, 2024 https://www.forbes.com/sites/petercohan/2024/07/31/microsoft-stock-drops-as-ai-capital-expenditures-surge-to-56-billion/ Thurrott: I Will Not Pay for AI Date: August 21, 2024 https://www.thurrott.com/a-i/307080/i-will-not-pay-for-ai DIY Tech and Hardware ---- Thurrott: New Raspberry Pi 5 Model is Just $50 D...

In this episode, Kris takes us through a comprehensive three-year journey with his M1 Mac Mini, sharing insights and experiences that highlight the device's impact and longevity. Our co-hosts also weigh in, exploring other Apple computers that merit consideration and diving deep into the current state of artificial intelligence. The discussion branches out to speculate on Apple's future moves in AI and what the integration of local large language models into our everyday devices and apps could mean for users. Links Mentioned in the Episode: Mac Mini - Apple: https://www.apple.com/ca/mac-mini/ Introducing GPTs - OpenAI: https://openai.com/blog/introducing-gpts Create or Edit a Copilot GPT with Microsoft Copilot GPT Builder - Microsoft: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/create-or-edit-a-copilot-gpt-with-microsoft-copilot-gpt-builder-cbff42b9-25a9-41b7-95ec-93462d04904b Sal Soghoian - Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sal_Soghoian?oldformat=true Mac OS X Automation: https://macosxautomation.com/ Sal Soghoian - Automation Advocate - The Omni Show: https://theomnishow.omnigroup.com/episode/sal-soghoian-automation-advocate Sal Soghoian Leaves Apple - MacSparky: https://www.macsparky.com/blog/2016/11/sal-soghoian-leaves-apple/ As we look to the future, it's clear that technology and artificial intelligence will continue to evolve in intriguing and potentially unexpected ways. Stay tuned for our next episode, where we'll continue to dissect the tech trends shaping our world. Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca Show notes created with help from ChatGPT 4. The transcript is AI-generated. Please excuse any errors.

In this episode, Erik and Kris tackle the unfolding drama at OpenAI and its implications. Kris discusses his recent AI panel discussion at MRU, while Erik offers an overview of his latest home organization project. Both hosts will share their holiday gift guide tips, perfect for the tech-savvy and the organized. SHOW NOTES AI Soap Opera OpenAI Announces Leadership Transition (OpenAI Blog): OpenAI announces significant changes in its leadership structure. Sam Altman Returns as CEO of OpenAI (The Verge): Sam Altman reclaims the CEO position at OpenAI, marking a new chapter for the company. AI Panel Discussion Highlights: Context of AI in Research: Discussing the evolving role of AI in academic and professional research settings. Panelist Introductions: Each panelist shares their background and how AI intersects with their research. Diverse Perspectives on AI: Highlighting unique insights from each panelist, providing a broad view of AI's role in different research areas. Practical Applications of AI: Exploring how panelists currently use AI in their work, including specific tools and methodologies. Successes and Challenges: Discussing what has worked well in AI-driven research and addressing the limitations and issues faced. The Future of AI in Research: Debating whether AI is a permanent fixture in research and the value of investing in AI knowledge and tools. AI as Collaborator or Competitor: Examining views on whether AI is augmenting human research capabilities or posing a threat to traditional research roles. Human Skills vs. AI Capabilities: Delving into which human skills might remain irreplaceable by AI and what research aspects can be effectively outsourced to AI technologies. Impact on Research Quality: Analyzing how AI tools influence the quality and rigor of research and their implications for academic integrity. Ethical Considerations in AI Research: Addressing the pressing ethical concerns in integrating AI into research and discussing potential norms for ethical AI use. AI, Accessibility, and Inclusivity: Exploring the implications of AI on inclusivity in research, especially between well-funded and under-funded programs, and discussing measures for fair representation. Organizational Guide: Cable Management: Emphasize the importance of Velcro ties for efficient cable organization. Labeling Essentials: Discuss the use of label tape and whiteout pens for clear labeling, even without a label maker. Consistent Systems: Stress the importance of grouping related items and maintaining a consistent organizational system. Space Utilization: Highlight the use of 3M Command hooks for maximizing space, especially inside cupboards. Document Organization: Recommend accordion folders for essential document storage, such as receipts and manuals. Life Consolidation: Encourage listeners to avoid having multiples of items and to refrain from collecting unnecessary tools (e.g., notebooks, notes apps, to-do list...

This week Erik and Kris discuss Apple's Halloween-themed 'Scary Fast' event and its slew of new tech, the implications of Biden's AI executive order, and OpenAI's influence on startup innovation. Show Notes The Verge, "Apple's Spooky 'Scary Fast' Event Introduces M3 Chip Family," Provides an overview of Apple's October 30th, 2023 event with a Halloween theme and evening timing. Highlights include the M3 chip family introduction and updates to the iMac and MacBook Pro models, new color options, Touch Bar removal, and accessory port choices. MacRumors, "Everything Announced at Apple's October 2023 Event," Covers specifics of the M3 series chips, the new Space Black MacBook Pro, product configurations, battery life, pricing, performance enhancements, the discontinuation of older models, and product availability. Macworld, "Apple's Evening 'Scary Fast' Mac Event Highlights," Dives into Apple's first evening event, detailing GPU improvements, the M3 chip family introduction, new Space Black color options, and Apple's marketing and event filming techniques. Macworld, "Apple Event Critique: M3 Chips and Marketing Shifts," Focuses on the release of the M3 chips, the pricing strategy for the new MacBook Pro, and the event's experimental presentation style, including filming with an iPhone 15 Pro Max. Six Colors, "A Magic Number: New MacBook Pros and iMacs Usher in the M3 Era,"  Likely analyzes the impact of the M3 chip on the new MacBook Pros and iMacs, discussing the broader implications for Apple's product lineup and the tech industry. Vox, "Biden's Latest AI Executive Order," Discusses the new executive order by President Biden aimed at regulating AI technology and its ethical use, detailing the government's approach to fostering innovation while ensuring privacy, security, and equity. Futurism, "OpenAI's Stance on Startups and Tech Utilization," Explores OpenAI's position on how startups can leverage its technology, highlighting the potential impacts on innovation and the startup ecosystem, with insights into the balance between collaboration and competition. Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca Show notes created with help from ChatGPT 4. The transcript is AI-generated. Please excuse any errors.

This week Erik and Kris discuss hardware and software events by Apple, Microsoft, and Google, and throw in some Meta news for fun. Both co-hosts have been working flat out the last two weeks, so this episode is a little later than normal. Thank you for your patience! Apple iPhone Event Article Title: Apple iPhone 15 event announcements (Source: The Verge) Summary: Apple's annual iPhone event showcased the iPhone 15 with its new chipset and improved camera functionalities. The event also marked the introduction of the Apple Watch Ultra, updated AirPods Pro, and USB-C compatibility for certain products. Microsoft & AI Event Article Title: Microsoft Surface Copilot event 2023: biggest announcements (Source: The Verge) Summary: Microsoft's latest event featured the Surface Copilot, emphasizing a future rich in AI integration across hardware. Other announcements included new products aimed at enhancing productivity and enriching user experience. Article Title: Panos Panay, leader of the Surface and Windows teams, is leaving Microsoft (Source: Ars Technica) Summary: Panos Panay, an instrumental figure behind Microsoft's Surface and Windows divisions, is departing from the company. His exit raises questions about potential shifts in Microsoft's hardware and software strategies. Article Title: Satya Nadella testifies in U.S. v Google and admits to AI search failure (Source: Thurrott) Summary: Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella's recent testimony in the U.S. v Google antitrust case involved admitting to the company's shortcomings in AI search capabilities. The testimony could have ripple effects on ongoing and future antitrust investigations. https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/why-microsofts-ceo-satya-nadella-says-its-co-pilot-ai-assistant-will-be-as-significant-as-pc.html   Google Pixel Event Article Title: The Morning After: Pixel 8 Pro, Bard AI, and everything else from Google's Pixel event (Source: Engadget) Summary: Google's most recent Pixel event revealed the Pixel 8 Pro, which comes with enhanced camera capabilities and improved processing power. Additionally, Bard AI was introduced as an innovative accessibility feature aiming to assist users with disabilities. Facebook Rayban Stories Article Title: Facebook Isn’t Giving Up on Ray-Ban Stories, Even if It Should Summary: Facebook is persistently pushing its Ray-Ban Stories project, a foray into the smart eyewear market, despite lackluster reviews. The company remains optimistic about the long-term prospects of the product, in spite of critical skepticism. CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen,...

Examining is a technology-focused podcast that dives deep. Our co-hosts, Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans examine the technology industry, branding, productivity, and education, and provide practical tech tips. As we make this transition to "Examining" we will be updating our various account links, so please bear with us. SHOW NOTES YouTube: This video is titled “YouTube” and is available on the YouTube platform Harvard Business Review: How to Prepare for a GenAI Future You Can’t Predict ZDNet: 75% of businesses are implementing or considering bans on ChatGPT Slate: Amazon Web Services isn’t trying to win the A.I. race. It wants to own the road CONTACT Website:examining.ca Twitter: @ExaminingPod Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca (Show notes created with help from Bing Chat AI)

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss up on AI detector tools, Microsoft 365 Copilot pricing, US Ed Department AI guidance, and more. SHOW NOTES OpenAI Quietly Shutters Its AI Detection Tool https://decrypt.co/149826/openai-quietly-shutters-its-ai-detection-tool?amp=1 AI text detection tools are really easy to fool https://www.technologyreview.com/2023/07/07/1075982/ai-text-detection-tools-are-really-easy-to-fool/ Microsoft 365 Copilot AI tool will cost $30 per month https://www.cnet.com/tech/services-and-software/microsoft-365-copilot-ai-tool-will-cost-30-per-month/ Sunday afternoon is the best time to email coworkers, according to research https://www.fastcompany.com/90930402/sunday-afternoon-best-time-email-coworkers-research U.S. Department of Education Shares Insights and Recommendations on Artificial Intelligence https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/us-department-education-shares-insights-and-recommendations-artificial-intelligence Windows 11 Field Guide https://leanpub.com/windows11fieldguide How to Export Your Bing AI Chat History https://www.makeuseof.com/export-bing-ai-chat-history/ CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com   Email: [email protected]  Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Website: krishans.ca (Show notes created with help from Bing Chat AI)

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss AI data scraping, the academy's under-preparedness for AI, how Kris allows AI use in his class, Apple news (new MacBook Air and Vision Pro headset), prompt engineering, RSS readers, and how to greyscale your phone screen to reduce usage. SHOW NOTES The Verge: Apple’s headset and augmented reality rumors. This article discusses rumors about Apple’s headset and augmented reality. It covers the latest news from WWDC 2023. https://www.theverge.com/2023/6/4/23747110/apple-headset-augmented-reality-vr-industry-rumors-wwdc-2023 Chronicle: ChatGPT usage among students. This article discusses how students are using ChatGPT. It includes an interview with a student who uses ChatGPT frequently. https://www.chronicle.com/article/im-a-student-you-have-no-idea-how-much-were-using-chatgpt Harvard Business Review: AI prompt engineering. This article discusses how AI prompt engineering is not the future. It covers the importance of human input in AI development. https://hbr.org/2023/06/ai-prompt-engineering-isnt-the-future Calgary Herald: Educators unprepared for AI. This article discusses how educators are unprepared for artificial intelligence. It covers the challenges that educators face in teaching AI. https://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/educators-wholly-unprepared-for-artificial-intelligence Chronicle: Caught off guard by AI. This article discusses how people are caught off guard by AI. It covers the challenges that people face in understanding AI. https://www.chronicle.com/article/caught-off-guard-by-ai SSRN: The impact of AI on employment. This paper discusses the impact of AI on employment. It covers the challenges that people face in understanding AI. https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=4475995 Engadget: Apple Vision Pro hands-on. This article discusses Apple Vision Pro hands-on. It covers the latest news about mixed reality. https://www.engadget.com/apple-vision-pro-hands-on-a-new-milestone-for-mixed-reality-060943291.html The Verge: The death of Google Reader. This article discusses the death of Google Reader. It covers the history of RSS and social media. https://www.theverge.com/23778253/google-reader-death-2013-rss-social Macworld: iOS 17 small changes and features. This article discusses small changes and features in iOS 17. It covers new features like Notes, Spotlight, and medication timers. https://www.macworld.com/article/1944314/ios-17-small-changes-features-notes-spotlight-medication-timers.html CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com   Email: [email protected]  Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host  Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Web...

This episode originally launched August 5th, 2022. --- In this episode, Erik and Kris review essential Windows 10 tips, edtech privacy in schools, tech industry layoffs, 3D Google Maps, Chromebook updates, Intel mini desktops, and iOS Lockdown Mode. Kris reviews the book Atomic Habits by James Clear, and Erik reviews the book Effortless by Greg McKeown. SHOW NOTES: Links Windows Tips from How To Geek: 10 hidden windows features you should be using Human Right Watch: Online learning products enables surveillance of children The Economic Times: Why edtech needs a deep renovation McKinsey & Company (consulting): Demand for online education is growing. Are providers ready? Times Colonist: We need to ensure education technology doesn’t amplify inequality Tech Crunch: Google maps rolls out location sharing notification, immersive views and better bike navigation ArsTechnica: Google Maps is getting 3D imagery on mobile, detailed biking info, and more Thurrott: Google is bringing a video editor and virtual desktops to chromebooks Tech Crunch: Denmark bans Chromebooks and Google Workspace in schools over data transfer Tech Radar: Intel NUC 12 could be a mini PC powerhouse CNET: Apple’s new Lockdown Mode on iOS 16 could protect you from cyber attacks Books Atomic Habits - James Clear...

In this episode, we talk about ChatGPT and Bing AI (again), why the godfather of AI left Google, how a professor is offering an experimental course taught with AI tools, and what are the best AI chatbots available in 2023.  Show Notes Wired: “ChatGPT has entered the classroom” - A report on how ChatGPT, a powerful AI chatbot, is being used by teachers and students to enhance learning and communication. https://calgary.overdrive.com/media/9725348  New Yorker: “Godfather of AI Leaves Google” - An interview with Geoffrey Hinton, the legendary AI researcher who quit Google after a dispute over ChatGPT’s ethical implications. https://www.nytimes.com/2023/05/01/technology/ai-google-chatbot-engineer-quits-hinton.html  UofT: “Prof to offer experimental AI course taught with AI” - A story about a professor at the University of Toronto who is using ChatGPT as a co-instructor for an online course on artificial intelligence. https://www.utoronto.ca/news/u-t-prof-offer-experimental-course-taught-ai-tools-chatgpt  UNESCO: ChatGPT - A quick start guide for educators and learners who want to use ChatGPT as a tool for higher education. https://www.iesalc.unesco.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/ChatGPT-and-Artificial-Intelligence-in-higher-education-Quick-Start-guide_EN_FINAL.pdf  UNESCO: ChatGPT Course - A free online course that introduces ChatGPT and its applications in education, culture, science and communication. https://campus.iesalc.unesco.org/inicio/blocks/coursefilter/course.php?id=215  ZDNET: “The best AI chatbots” - A review of the best AI chatbots available in 2023, including ChatGPT and its alternatives. https://www.zdnet.com/article/best-ai-chatbot/  Planet Money Podcast: “Spreadsheets” - A podcast episode that explores the history and impact of spreadsheets, the software that revolutionized business and finance. https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2017/05/17/528807590/episode-606-spreadsheets MarketWatch: “Students are turning to ChatGPT for study help, and Chegg stock plummets 38%” - A report on how Chegg Inc., an online-education company, saw its shares drop to their lowest price since 2017 after forecasting a revenue decline due to the impact of ChatGPT, a chatbot that helps students with their studies. https://archive.is/2023.05.01-235954/https://www.marketwatch.com/amp/story/students-are-turning-to-chatgpt-for-study-help-and-chegg-stock-plummets-30-4892bd7b  Contact us Website: edtechexamined.com

Please support this podcast :) Please show us your support by becoming an EdTech Examined patron. https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES Chat bots/AI Wharton professor uses AI tools to complete a business project in 30 minutes with superhuman results Gen Z tech skills gap: Dell study Apple pumps the brakes on artificial intelligence ChatGPT bug exposed people’s conversation history Google and Microsoft’s Bard and Bing chatbots spread misinformation Introducing Microsoft 365 Copilot: Your copilot for work Bard faces off against GPT: Here’s why this AI showdown is important AI chatbots comparison: Bard, Bing, ChatGPT, GPT-4 Bing vs Bard: AI chatbot comparison Bard faces off against GPT: Here’s why this AI showdown is important GPT-4 and Bard: More than just running text Patterns, culture and theft ChatGPT: Artificial intelligence solutionism hype Kris is giving a talk: “Writing Smarter, Not Harder: Using ChatGPT and AI Writers in the Classroom” at the MRU Celebrate event on May 4th at 10:30am. You can find more info about the event here. Tips Paperlike

Please support this podcast :) Please show us your support by becoming an EdTech Examined patron. https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES AI Wars: Google's AI chatbot, Bard, made a mistake during an exoplanet demo, causing some embarrassment for the company. (source: https://www.theverge.com/2023/2/8/23590864/google-ai-chatbot-bard-mistake-error-exoplanet-demo) Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella announced Bing ChatGPT, a new AI chatbot that will compete with Google Search. (source: https://www.theverge.com/23589994/microsoft-ceo-satya-nadella-bing-chatgpt-google-search-ai) The new Bing chatbot has faced criticism for insulting and gaslighting users. (source: https://www.fastcompany.com/90850277/bing-new-chatgpt-ai-chatbot-insulting-gaslighting-users) Elon Musk's OpenAI and Microsoft are under regulatory oversight for their development and deployment of AI technologies. (source: https://fortune.com/2023/02/17/chatgpt-elon-musk-openai-microsoft-company-regulator-oversight/) Privacy by Design: The blog post highlights the importance of building a safe and transparent edtech ecosystem through regulatory vision, to protect users' privacy and data. (source: https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/medialse/2023/02/17/building-a-safe-and-transparent-edtech-ecosystem-a-regulatory-vision/) Mini-Forecast: Forbes predicts the top 5 education trends in 2023, which include personalized learning, experiential learning, and the use of AI and virtual reality in education. (source: https://www.forbes.com/sites/bernardmarr/2023/02/17/the-top-5-education-trends-in-2023/amp/) ChatGPT Detector: TurnItIn announced an AI detector with 97% accuracy to check for essays written by AI language models such as ChatGPT. (source: https://www.timeshighereducation.com/news/turnitin-announces-ai-detector-97-cent-accuracy) CNN reported on a new tool to help students check whether their essays were written by AI language models such as ChatGPT. (source: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/01/31/tech/chatgpt-check-tool/index.html) Bonus: NYU professors advised their students not to use ChatGPT, citing concerns about plagiarism and ethics. (source: https://www.vice.com/en/article/n7zxe7/nyu-professors-tell-their-students-do-not-use-chatgpt)

Please support this podcast :) Please show us your support by becoming an EdTech Examined patron. https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES ChatGPT "Deconstructing ChatGPT: The Future of Continuing Education" from Inside Higher Ed (https://www.insidehighered.com/digital-learning/blogs/online-trending-now/deconstructing-chatgpt-future-continuing-education) discusses the potential uses of the language model ChatGPT in the field of continuing education. "Freaking Out About ChatGPT - Part I" (https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/just-visiting/freaking-out-about-chatgpt—part-i) and "Freaking Out About ChatGPT - Part II" (https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/just-visiting/freaking-out-about-chatgpt—part-ii) from Inside Higher Ed explore the concerns and ethical considerations surrounding the use of ChatGPT. A course on ChatGPT is available on the website "Nick S Site 9a5e" (https://nick-s-site-9a5e.thinkific.com/courses/aiteachers) which teaches teachers how to use the language model. "How to Detect ChatGPT Plagiarism" from Digital Trends (https://www.digitaltrends.com/computing/how-to-detect-chatgpt-plagiarism/) offers tips on identifying when text generated by ChatGPT has been used without proper attribution. "ChatGPT: Artificial Intelligence in Universities" from the New York Times (https://www.nytimes.com/2023/01/16/technology/chatgpt-artificial-intelligence-universities.html) examines how universities are beginning to integrate ChatGPT into their curriculum. "OpenAI Cybercriminals Starting to Use ChatGPT" from Check Point Research (https://research.checkpoint.com/2023/opwnai-cybercriminals-starting-to-use-chatgpt/) discusses the potential for ChatGPT to be used in cybercrime. OpenAI-OpenAI Detector (https://openai-openai-detector.hf.space/) is a tool for detecting AI-generated text. Apple Knowlege Navigator 1988 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xp4aRpcX5So) is a concept video of what the future of computing would look like with AI and multi-tasking interfaces. Apple hardware announcements January 2023. Apple announced new Macs and a HomePod at a recent event (https://www.macrumors.com/2023/01/19/new-macs-and-homepod-recap/) Tech Tips The Apple Freeform app (https://support.apple.com/en-ca/guide/freeform/frfm85d6f7b58/mac) allows users to create custom shapes with their Apple Pencil on the Mac. Neeva (https://neeva.com/) is a private search engine that doesn't track or personalize results. (Show notes created with assistance by ChatGPT Jan 21, 2023) CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email:

Erik and Kris discuss new hardware announcements from Microsoft and Apple. They provide their take on the new Surface devices and iPads. Our co-hosts also discuss the purchase of edX and the pros and cons of outsourcing online learning program development. PATREON Please show us your support by becoming an EdTech Examined patron. https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES Links * Microsoft Surface event: Paul Thurrott (Thurrott.com)* New iPad: Six Colors, Engadget and CNET* edX purchase: The Crimson* Andreessen Horowitz betting big on edtech: Business Insider* Pros and cons of outsourcing online program development: Inside HigherEd* Udemy third-quarter results: Globe Newswire CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Kris and Erik discuss podcast discovery tools and strategies, the firing of an NYU chemistry prof, Lego's purchase of Brain Pop, edtech surveillance, edtech layoffs, and a new EdTech book from Athabasca University Press. We're sorry for some of the audio issues. The Internet was a little wonky during our recording :( PATREON Please show us your support by becoming an EdTech Examined patron. https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES Links *Podcast discovery: Overcast; Podchaser; Rephonic*Bloomberg: Firing of NYU chemistry prof*WSJ: Lego buys Brain Pop*NYT: A review of online learning*The74: EdTech surveillance and the White House*QZ: India's post-pandemic setbacks*TC: End of the EdTech honeymoon*Book: EdTech Metaphors - AU Press CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer Website: chrishoang.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris celebrate the 50th episode of EdTech Examined. Our co-hosts reflect on the podcast so far, announce their new Patreon page, discuss best practices for file naming, review hardware from Apple and Microsoft, and talk about Windows 11 productivity updates.PATREON https://www.patreon.com/EdTechExamined SHOW NOTES Links *Medium: File naming conventions*MacWorld: Apple 'Far Out' event*CNET: Windows 11 updates*Windows Central: Surface Pro rumours*Windows Central: Surface Studio rumours CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer Website: chrishoang.ca

Today we’re re-releasing an interview we did with TALON - the Teaching and Learning Online Network, at the University of Calgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape. Our interview was reworked and was recently published as a book chapter in “Voices from the Digital Classroom: 25 Interviews about Teaching and Learning in the Face of a Global Pandemic.” The book is available in print through the University of Calgary Press, and as a free online book. In this interview we discuss online teaching strategies, including the value of preparation, communicating with students effectively, developing reusable resources, suggestions for collaboration software, and ‘netiquette.’ We also share our vision for the future of online learning.  SHOW NOTES *New Book! Voices from the Digital Classroom*Video interview with TALON*UofC School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape*Mac McGinn (interviewer) CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca

In this episode, Erik and Kris discuss an edtech privacy court ruling, NFT textbooks, new certificates from Meta, the shifting social media landscape, and how to avoid the paradox of success. Our co-hosts also discuss their new book chapter in "Voices from the Digital Classroom" and provide 'tune up' tips for your Mac or Windows PC. SHOW NOTES Links *Bloomberg: Pearson blockchain could make money every time e-books change hands*New Yorker: TikTok and the fall of social media giants*The Verge: Universities can't scan students' rooms*Coursera: New Meta certificates*LinkedIn: Avoid the paradox of success*Computer World: 17 ways to speed up Windows 10*MacWorld: How to speed up a Mac New book chapter *Kris Hans & Erik Christiansen in "Voices from the Digital Classroom: 25 Interviews about Teaching and Learning in the Face of a Global Pandemic" *Free online version CONTACT Website: edtechexamined.com Email: [email protected] Twitter: @EdTechExamined Erik Christiansen, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: erikchristiansen.net Kris Hans, Co-Founder & Co-Host Website: krishans.ca Christopher Hoang, Audio Producer & Sound Engineer Website: chrishoang.ca