
Apple Bitz XL is everything good and bad inside the world of Apple from tech host Brian Tong. He brings on special guests and gives his raw honest take while having fun after covering and working for Apple for over 20 years. Support the show! www.patreon.com/briantong
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 362 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Tech NewsTechnologyNews | |||

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I have been a follower of Brian Tong since his CNET days and the show just keeps getting better over time. He has a great work ethic that is shown with his content, and he gives a balanced approach to Apple as well as the perspective from a consumer’s point of view, which really matters to me. A lot of content creators in the tech world think about it from their point of view when it comes to products, and of course he does that as well, but he also thinks realistically when it comes to which pr... more
Seems to emphasize anything he can think of to put Apple down. Then, repeats it over and over in later episodes. Yep, should be named something other than Apple Bitz.
This should be called the Google Bitz since ya talk about google so much.. but you are so out of touch you in your tech bubble thinks that normal people are switching to Google you are crazy and out of touch..Apple does not have to stress Google devices it’s software that makes devices successful and IOS is still the best and most favored software in America
Always look forward to new episodes here
Well, I guess the title really says it all. I found this in Apple Podcasts only because I was there reading transcripts of some other show; normally I use Overcast.
I will be listening to a lot of your old shows and everything going forward. Thanks so much.
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This show focuses on the latest news and developments within the Apple ecosystem, exploring everything from product launches to technological advancements. Episodes highlight key announcements during events, as well as ongoing discussions about competition with other tech companies. The host presents a mix of informative commentary interspersed with personal anecdotes and humor, creating an engaging experience. Unique to this show is the host's extensive background in the industry, providing listeners with insights that are both expert and entertaining, appealing to both Apple enthusiasts and general tech consumers alike.
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