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Examining

Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans

Examining is a technology-focused podcast that dives deep. Our co-hosts, Erik Christiansen and Kris Hans examine the technology industry, productivity, and education, and provide practical tech tips. (The podcast started as EdTech Examined in July 2020 with the goal of helping educators transition to online education in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic.)

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66: 2024 Highlights

Examining ·

2025/01/13

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:

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65: AI Subscription Overload

Examining ·

2024/10/01

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

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01:06:40

65: AI Subscription Overload

Examining ·

2024/10/01

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

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01:14:28

64: Mac Mini M1 & AI Retrospective

Examining ·

2024/04/11

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

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01:14:28

64: Mac Mini M1 & AI Retrospective

Examining ·

2024/04/11

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

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01:34:11

63: AI Soap Opera & Velcro Hacks

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2023/12/08

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

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01:34:11

63: AI Soap Opera & Velcro Hacks

Examining ·

2023/12/08

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

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01:27:31

62: Megahertz & Mandating AI Morals

Examining ·

2023/11/10

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,

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01:27:31

62: Megahertz & Mandating AI Morals

Examining ·

2023/11/10

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,

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01:23:07

61: Big 4 Hardware Round Up

Examining ·

2023/10/13

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

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01:23:07

61: Big 4 Hardware Round Up

Examining ·

2023/10/13

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

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01:11:09

60: AI Hype

Examining ·

2023/09/08

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

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60: AI Hype

Examining ·

2023/09/08

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

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59: AI Detectors. Friend or Foe?

Examining ·

2023/08/04

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

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59: AI Detectors. Friend or Foe?

Examining ·

2023/08/04

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

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58: AI Rocks, Big Tech Sucks

Examining ·

2023/07/07

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.

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01:31:01

58: AI Rocks, Big Tech Sucks

Examining ·

2023/07/07

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.

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01:31:05

57: Rewind - Atomic Effort

Examining ·

2023/06/02

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

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01:31:05

57: Rewind - Atomic Effort

Examining ·

2023/06/02

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

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01:09:10

56: Emergent Properties

Examining ·

2023/05/05

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

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