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Chaim had to interrupt his Passover Sedar to sign up for Google I/O. Why would he do that when he could just have waited until later that night? Well in a weird series of events, Chaim was trying to beat the algorithm and get ahead of others on the I/O lottery. This topic came from… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/04/inthirty-137-getting-into-the-conference/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 137 – Getting into the Conference</span></a>

In this episode we talk about what Windows XP meant to each of us. Should people be worried, or is this another Y2K issue that won’t really affect too many people?

Amazon quasi-surprised us today by releasing the Amazon Fire, a set top box, that is a direct competitor to the major set top box markets. Paul and Justin are on board, but Chaim is saying too late. We discuss the features, the need, and the problems all these set top boxes have. Show Notes: Amazon… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/04/inthirty-135-kindle-fire/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 135 – Amazon Fire</span></a>

We had the pleasure to talk to Noah from Nomad, the founder of the Chargekey and Chargecard. We talk to him about how his crowd funding campaign went, the manufacturing process, the methodology of choosing parts, and overall business strategy. Show Notes: Nomad | Charge Card Nomad | Charge Key

We revisit a topic that just doesn’t seem to give up; Wearables. We’ve already complained that it won’t go anywhere yet, but yet, it still badgers us. Today’s installment brings us a Google Developer Preview and a product announcement from Motorola. What do we all think? Show Notes: Official Google Wearable Announcement Moto 360

What is better than three guys talking cars? Three guys who know nothing about cars talking about cars. We talk today about direct marketing of cars, and Telsa’s big defeat. Show Notes: Tesla | http://www.teslamotors.com/blog/defending-innovation-and-consumer-choice-new-jersey Ars Technica | http://arstechnica.com/business/2014/03/new-jersey-bars-tesla-from-selling-cars-directly/

In our new favorite segment, we give the reins to Paul, so he can find the most blasé stories on the the internet this week. The goal is to get through 10 stories in 30 minutes. Do we accomplish this?

We tackle a hot news item that none of us have any business in discussing. Is Netflix paying Comcast a net neutrality issue or not. Chaim, who has read the most says no, but he has trouble explaining it to Justin who thinks it is. Paul just wants his content, and probably represent the majority… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/03/inthirty-130-what-is-netflix-doing/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 130 – What is Netflix Doing</span></a>

Nothing special here, just talking once again about WhatsApp, a scrappy little startup that just sold for 19 Billion, with a B, to Facebook. What does that mean for the rest of us. Will we have to figure out another way to communicate, or will it coexist with Facebook. Show Notes: Four Numbers That Explained… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/02/inthirty-129-whats-app-again/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 129 – Whats App Again</span></a>

Recently, Chaim has seen a lot of people not talk too much about the iPad. Looking around, there is an idea going around that tablets are dead. We discuss. We think they may be going down in sales, but they are in no way dead. Listen, have fun, enjoy.

The big game has come and gone, and only the commercials remain. What were the best commercials of the big game. For 4.5 million dollars per thirty second spot, were they worth it? What about us, the viewers, who had to endure a terrible game? We talk with our chief advertising expert Paul to find… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/02/inthirty-128-brandbowl/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 128 – #BrandBowl</span></a>

127 weeks after we first started our podcast with the episode that Google buys Motorola, we have now come full circle. In a very interesting episode, no one has any real feelings either way, but of course we love to discuss the whole deal for thirty minutes. Editor’s Note [Chaim’s audio is low for… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/02/inthirty-127-google-sells-motorola/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 127 – Google Sells Motorola</span></a>

In this episode we talk about what can be done to be prepared for an emergency. Chaim is the town’s social media representative, and with him, we talk about different methods to communicate in light of an emergency. Note: Hangouts went down again, right as we started recording. Skype saved the day again.

We are joined by a special guest and a more special guest in the Curious Rat, Harry Marks, and the very understated, Michael Degusta. Justin and Chaim searched far and wide for the best hosts to argue if Google buying Nest was a good or bad thing. After painfully listening to all thirty minutes, I… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/01/googles-buys-nest-inthirty-125/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Googles Buys Nest – inThirty 125</span></a>

Just like any podcast, we are all armchair quarterbacks. What better way to talk about CES than reading the reports that others read. All three of us talk about what we’ve heard, from the good, the bad, and the ugly.

On our third annual new year resolutions show we did some actual research, and grabbed the show notes from last year. We discuss how well we did. For the upcoming year: For the coming year: Paul – Learn a language on Duolingo Chaim – More podcasts, more pro photography Justin – To separate social, personal,… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2014/01/new-year-tech-resolutions-inthirty-123/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">New Year Tech Resolutions – inThirty 123</span></a>

Welcome to our third annual holiday gift guide. Listen to the guys tell you what are the best gifts you should be buying. Show Notes: Cheap Gift: Less than $30 Mr Reader – Paul – http://www.curioustimes.de/mrreader/ Yubikey – Chaim – http://yubico.com Multi Tool – Justin – http://www.amazon.com/Swiss-Tech-ST20023-Multi-Function-Tools/dp/B008XIQ5KA Tile App – http://www.thetileapp.com/ Moderate Gift: Less than… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/12/third-annual-gift-guide-inthirty-122/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Third Annual Gift Guide – inThirty 122</span></a>

[editor note: I know we went long] Once again we were able to bring Drew Curtis of Fark.com back on the show to talk to us about what happened in the news, in 2013. We start off talking about trends, and we end up talking about our funniest headlines. Show Notes: Fark | Fark.com, @fark… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/12/farks-year-end-news-recap-with-drew-curtis-inthirty-121/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Fark’s Year End News Recap with Drew Curtis – inThirty 121</span></a>

Now that Amazon has little tiny helicopters delivering our packages, the guys decide to discuss the arcane method of shipping things to your house. Are drones the future? How about Sunday Amazon delivery? Well tune in to find out. Show Notes: Delivery Status | Junecloud Software Amazon and USPS to Provide Sunday Service | LA… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/12/white-glove-service-next-day-air-inthirty-120/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">White Glove Service, Next Day Air – inThirty 120</span></a>

Chaim decided for this week, he would do something different. He chose 7 random news stories, and for once he cared about their opinion. To get the female perspective we invited Kelly Guimont to join us. Here are the stories: Winamp shuts down after 15 years | http://www.androidpolice.com/2013/11/20/after-over-15-years-of-service-winamp-will-cease-to-be-available-for-download-starting-december-20th/ Galaxy Note 3 Owners get $50 in… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/11/whats-in-the-news-inthirty-119/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">What’s in The News – inThirty 119</span></a>

For a second week in a row, Google showers us with updates. We first start off with the Motorola G, a $180 smartphone from Motorola. We go over the specs, and decide if it is worth it. Next we play some inside analytics with Paul, where he explains to us the changes to Google Analytics.… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/11/google-presses-the-update-all-button-inthirty-118/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Google Presses the Update All Button – inThirty 118</span></a>

Chaim has been busy this week following all these Google Announcements. Find out who ChaimTime gave his Glass invites for. Will he upgrade to the new version? What is new in Kit Kat, and how is the Nexus 5. Show Notes: Google Glass Invites | http://www.engadget.com/2013/10/28/google-will-soon-let-glass-users-upgrade-their-hardware-and-invi/ Android Kit Kat | http://developer.android.com/about/versions/kitkat.html Nexus 5 | https://play.google.com/store/devices/details?id=nexus_5_black_32gb Comments:

[EDIT: This is Episode 116] We are joined by +LukeOlson to discuss yesterday’s Google+ announcement. +ChaimCohen is excited that photography is taking a front seat, and produces amazing results. We have questions regarding hangouts, but overall a very positive announcement. Chaim messed up with the time, and we ran a minute or two over.

We are joined today by famed rumor prognosticator Drew Pitchford to discuss what happened today. Is free software enough to tempt people onto Apple saying that you only have to buy the hardware? After we argue the merits of free software, we dive into the commitment to ship a new mac pro in 2013. Chaim… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/10/thinner-lighter-faster-apple-ipadmac-pro-announcement-inthirty-115/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Thinner, Lighter, Faster (Apple iPad/Mac Pro Announcement) – inThirty 115</span></a>

Chaim was really excited about the new Sony A7. We ask him to explain why is so excited, and why a new camera really matters. After we focus on taking pictures, and what gear everyone else has. Are the days of cameras over with the great image quality of the 5s? Finally we discuss add-ons… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/10/things-that-go-click-click-click-inthirty-114/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Things That Go Click Click Click – inThirty 114</span></a>

We go live this week with still hot of the press news of T-Mobile’s UNCarrier 3.0 Announcement. We hear that roaming data will be included at no additional charge.We also hear that T-Mobile has stepped up their national game, and now includes 200 million people on 4G. Peter Teoh joins us, as our senior travel… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/10/wherever-you-may-roam-inthirty-113/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Wherever You May Roam – inThirty 113</span></a>

With all these accessories coming on the market, we need to find a way for them to talk to each other, or at least a central station. We all agree that Bluetooth LE is the way to go, and try to come up with why adoption took so long.

In what started in an emo like, ambiguous comment, our very own +Paul Shapiro lamented the change of Google’s new practice of encrypting search keywords. Our friend, and recurring guest +Tom Webster joined in the comment stream, and set off a flurry of activity on the security aspect of the change. We decided to get… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/09/encrypted-seo-inthirty-111/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Encrypted SEO – inThirty 111</span></a>

It has been less than 24 hours since the launch of iOS 7, and everyone is dying to hear what the three of us have to say about it. Do we care about the 5s more or the 5c? We try to make sense out of all of this.

So did Apple really brighten our day? Well it brightened Harry’s day to the point, he decided to come on as a guest. We take the 75 minute keynote, and condense it for you to thirty minutes. Should you buy a 5c or a 5s? Do cases matter? What the heck is 64bit? All your… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/09/apple-brightens-our-day-inthirty-109/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Apple Brightens Our Day – inThirty 109</span></a>

What happen when you put four apple pundits in a room, and ask them what the C stands for in 5c? On this episode we discuss what we think will happen at the September 10th, fall ipod announcement. We would like to thank Michael DeGusta (@degusta) of http://theunderstantment.com for joining us once again.

With all this NSA news coming out, we thought it would be a good idea to discuss what has happened in the last few weeks. We focus on services that have shut down, and are now facing legal issues for it. We discuss what it means to use internet services, and how to truly trust… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/08/censored-inthirty-107/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">[Censored] – inThirty 107</span></a>

On today’s episode we talk to the developer behind JewGlass, a glassware app that helps observant Jews find Kosher food, and assists with daily prayers. We discuss the rationale of why glass was chosen as a platform, the decision behind the name, and the response from the target audience, the Jewish community. [Audio Note: Chaim’s… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/08/jewglass-barry-schwartz-inthirty-106/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">JewGlass with Barry Schwartz of RustyBrick – inThirty 106</span></a>

With Jeff Bezos buying The Washington Post, we felt like we had to discuss it. We focus on how news gets consumed, and the future of news. We then speculate how this fits in with Amazon’s business model, and their newly minted content creator status. [We had audio problems with hangouts, hence no video. Piezo… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/08/amazon-com-editor-in-chief-inthirty-105/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Amazon.com, Editor In Chief – inThirty 105</span></a>

On tonight’s episode we tackle three hot topics of the past 10 days. How did Justin like his brand new Nexus 7? Is it his gateway to Android? Chaim has had his ChromeCast for a few days. He weighs in with his thoughts. How did the Moto X fair on launch day? Show Notes: http://www.droid-life.com/2013/08/01/moto-x-recapping-todays-events/… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/08/moto-x-cellent-inthirty-104/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Moto X (cellent)? – inThirty 104</span></a>

We took “Breakfast with Sundar Pichai,” and finally digested it. We present with you with the inThirty nightcap. Which of the big three announcements is the most important. Is a Nexus 7 worth it. Is Chaim’s assessment that Android OS is now taking a backseat. Show Notes: Chrome Cast SDK Play Store – Chrome… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/07/mid-summer-nights-google-announcement-inthirty-103/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Mid-Summer Night’s Google Announcement – inThirty 103</span></a>

This is the post show where we discuss all the mistakes that mainly Chaim said throughout the show. We are joined by Michael Degusta, and Kelly Guimont ———————— We took “Breakfast with Sundar Pichai,” and finally digested it. We present with you with the inThirty nightcap. Which of the big three announcements is the most… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/07/mid-summer-nights-google-announcement-after-dark-inthirty-103b/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Mid-Summer Night’s Google Announcement (After Dark) – inThirty 103b</span></a>

On today’s episode we talk about the different upgrades plans that were introduced over the last few days. Will you JUMP on Tmobile, or will you NEXT on AT&T or will you lean on the EDGE with Verizon Show Notes (Articles comparing the different plans) Droid-Life (The best) Android Police Lifehacker

Did you know that our first episode we spoke about our thoughts on Google buying Motorola. Almost two years later, we revisit that topic. Has Motorola provided us with anything that we want or need. We wrap the show up with Samsung buying Boxee, and what that means Show Notes: http://venturebeat.com/2013/07/05/3-lessons-to-learn-from-boxee-shutdown/

For our 100th episode we decided to do something a little different. Instead of talking about tech, we let our most famous guests tell us what they dislike about the show. We told them to not hold back. They let us know what they really disliked on the podcast. We finish off the show with… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/07/inthirty-100-our-100th-episode/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">Our 100th Episode – inThirty 100</span></a>

On today’s bittersweet episode, we discuss how the inThirty sausage is made, including what hardware we use to record and how each episode is stitched together. We also share our favorite podcasts spanning a range of topics, including tech, writing, and anything made by NPR. Finally, Harry has a very special announcement for listeners. Show… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/06/inthirty-99-the-one-before-one-hundred/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">The One Before One Hundred – inThirty 99</span></a>

Always be looking over your shoulder and don’t talk to anyone. After a full week of press and paranoia, we enlisted the help of Tom Webster to explain PRISM and its effect on our personal security. Show Notes Tom Webster PRISM | Wikipedia PGP | Wikipedia Tor Cryptocat “Would Metadata Have Caught Paul Revere?” | Duke Today Edward… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/06/inthirty-98-looking-through-the-prism/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 98 – Looking Through the PRISM</span></a>

We dive deep (well, as deep as three hosts can dive in 30 minutes) to discuss the aftermath of WWDC 2013. iOS 7, OS X Mavericks, the new Mac Pro and MacBook Airs are all on the table for dissection. Join us, won’t you? Show Notes iOS 7 Mac Pro OS X Mavericks MacBook Air

We need to feed our curiosity again ahead of next week’s WWDC. We spend the episode discussing our hopes, our dreams, and the correct pronunciation of “Jony”. Forget the rumors, this is rampant speculation with a side of wish-list.

It’s not all fun and games with the new Xbox One. DRM is still an issue, but will it break the next-gen gaming industry, or are we paranoid for no reason? Seriously, tell us. Are we paranoid!? Show Notes “Rumor: Publishers seeking used game DRM on Xbox One and PS4” | Polygon “Willis or No… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/05/inthirty-95-digital-rights-mess/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 95 – Digital Rights Mess</span></a>

The day has finally come when we let Chaim bring in the expert to convince everyone why NFC is the bee’s knees. We’re joined by Srini Panguluri, co-founder of Tagstand, to discuss NFC, how it benefits users, and why it should be in every device. Show Notes Tagstand Tagstand on Twitter

In part 2 of our exposé on Google I/O 2013, Harry, Justin, Chaim, and special guest Peter Teoh examine Google Maps, Hangouts, and just how creepy Larry Page is willing to get with users’ DNA data. Show Notes “Google I/O: Everything You Need To Know From A New Nexus Phone To A Massive Google Maps… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/05/inthirty-93-google-io-2013-part-2/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 93 – Google I/O 2013 Part 2</span></a>

In Part 1 of our Google I/O roundup, we’re joined by Peter Teoh to discuss Google Play Music All Access, Google Play game services, Google+, and…honestly, we’ve forgotten half the things we talked about. It was a long night and an even longer keynote. Show Notes “Google I/O: Everything You Need To Know From A… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/05/inthirty-92-google-io-2013-part-1/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 92 – Google I/O 2013 Part 1</span></a>

Our curiosity is at its peak with Google I/O and WWDC right around the corner. Now comes the need to discuss our hopes and dreams for the products we love. What’s Google’s messaging strategy for the future? Can Sir Jony deliver a refreshed iOS on June 10th? And what features are we hoping to see… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/05/inthirty-91-rumor-has-it-2/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 91 – Rumor Has It 2</span></a>

The time has come for Justin to embrace the Google Glass. He stands in awe of Chaim and Peter Teoh who both have become one of the first people in their respective states to own Google Glass. The two of us walk Justin through the experience of getting glass. Note: The video is worth… <a class="more-link" href="https://inthirty.net/2013/05/inthirty-90-people-with-glass-should-not-throw-stones/">Continue reading <span class="screen-reader-text">inThirty 90 – People With Glass Should Not Throw Stones</span></a>