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Tech news that matters for everyone to understand. Our hosts break down the most important stories, from consumer tech and gadgets, to AI and beyond. Stephen Robles is a content creator with over 150K on YouTube, and Jason Aten is a technology columnist at Inc.com having written in the past for Business Insider and The Chicago Tribune. Tune in every Thursday for new episodes.

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Recent Guests

Ben Sandofsky
Co-founder of Lux.camera, makers of Halide
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Episode: Making the Best iPhone Camera App with Ben Sandofsky from Halide
Austin Mann
Professional photographer known for iPhone camera reviews
Episode: Austin Mann Reviews iPhone 17 Pro Camera - Photographic Styles, 4x Telephoto, More!
Chance Miller
Editor-in-Chief of 9to5Mac
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Episode: Chance Miller of 9to5Mac on iPhone Air vs iPhone 17 Pro, AirPods Pro 3, and More
Sara Dietschy
YouTube content creator and tech influencer
Episode: Sara Dietschy on AI, iOS 26 is Less Glassy, Meta Poaches Apple AI Models Exec
John Gruber
Founder of Daring Fireball and host of The Talk Show
Daring Fireball
Episode: John Gruber on AI Replacing iPhone in 10 Years, Google vs AI Search in Safari, and Siri at WWDC
Adam Lisagor
Co-founder of Sandwich Video
Sandwich Video
Episode: What Exactly Is Friend AI? Interview with Adam Lisagor and Kailee McGee
Kailee McGee
Filmmaker and Director at Sandwich Video
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Episode: What Exactly Is Friend AI? Interview with Adam Lisagor and Kailee McGee

Hosts

Stephen Robles
Co-host and content creator; hosts Primary Technology. Active in providing tech coverage and commentary.
Jason Aten
Co-host and technology columnist; contributes market and product analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 662 ratings
  • Love Robles, the ‘other guy’ not so much

    The premise of this show is great: not just Apple news. Stephen is wonderfully positive and brings such a professional air to proceedings. The show would benefit greatly from the absence of the sanctimonious ‘other guy’.

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    KeepItLive
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Vision Pro

    I’ve been using the Vision Pro since it came out, unfortunately I haven’t taken it off my head. I’m stuck please send help.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HelpMeStuck
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast!

    Vision Pro M2 Yes / battery % on / front non dominant pocket / dots on

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    5
    Shahab from CANADA
    Canadaa month ago
  • Such a easy listen

    Love the banter, love the takes, love chemistry. Feels like a nice chat with friends.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pukoh
    Australiaa month ago
  • 5 Star Cast!!

    New: All is well now with affability across the board!!

    GREAT JOB GUY'S

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MacMcAndrew
    United Statesa month ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Positive feedback on consistency and episode structure.
Fans enjoy coverage that spans Apple, AI, and broader tech without excessive hype.
Listeners praise the chemistry and banter between hosts.
Many appreciate accessible, practical tech takes.

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#140
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#120
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#43
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#48
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Apple in 2026, Launching New Projects, Listener Q&A
Q: Will the general public continue to tolerate increasingly buggy software?
Yes, many people may not even notice as they are not using betas and generally just want their devices to work.
Apple in 2026, Launching New Projects, Listener Q&A
Q: What has been the hardest part of going independent this year?
The hardest part has been dealing with the unknown and fluctuations in income after leaving a stable job.
Austin Mann Reviews iPhone 17 Pro Camera - Photographic Styles, 4x Telephoto, More!
Q: What do you think about the new Telephoto and the Ultrawide for day-to-day photography?
The iPhone Air offers most capabilities for everyday use, especially if you don't utilize ultrawide often, but the telephoto on the Pro is preferable for serious photographers.
CES 2025, Apple Intelligence False Headlines, Siri Privacy Concerns, Meta Removes Fact-Checkers
Q: What is the one thing from CES that you wish you could have seen in person?
The opportunity to meet with other tech creators and share experiences from the tech community.
Is Anyone Keeping Apple Vision Pro? OpenAI Coming for Google with AI Search, Prime Video Price Gouging
Q: Do you do the one inbox to rule them all method and check them all at once, or do you have separate inboxes?
I have one inbox that checks multiple email accounts and I use Spark for triaging them, categorizing emails based on importance.

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What is Primary Technology about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two tech hosts break down the latest in consumer tech, AI, and industry moves with a clear emphasis on practical implications for everyday users and professionals. Episodes mix deep dives into hardware pricing, education discounts, and new devices with broader discussions of AI, streaming, privacy, and platform changes, all delivered with witty banter and relatable real-world context. The show stands out for its steady cadence, balance between optimistic and grounded takes, and willingness to explore both consumer gadgets and strategic industry trends, making it helpful for listeners who want clear, actionable tech guidance without jargon.

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