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This week A.J. and Mikah tell everyone not to worry about Google's new router, explain why they're not afraid of companies tracking them, discuss Spotify's creepy(?) new privacy policy, and share their thoughts on Android Marshmallow.▪︎▪︎▪︎Integrate TopicsA.J.: CitymapperMikah: Parcel▪︎▪︎▪︎Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Sprig.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes.▪︎▪︎▪︎Links and Show NotesGoogle's new router isn't spying on you.Google's New Router Doesn't Want Your Internet-Browsing DataGoogle OnHub PageEeroSpotify's new privacy policy is a tiny bit terrifying … maybe.Location, Sensors, Voice, Photos?! Spotify Just Got Real Creepy With The Data It Collects On YouAndroid Marshmallow has a name. Here's what's coming to Google's mobile operating system.Develop a sweet spot for MarshmallowOther linksiHomeHow to set up a Twitter

This week A.J. and Mikah explain and discuss mobile carrier subsidies; they laud Microsoft on its improvements to Windows 10, while lamenting the underwhelming changes to modern OSes; and share their thoughts on Samsung's new Galaxy Note 5.Integrate TopicsA.J.: WeMoMikah: 1Password--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by GlassTrek.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes.Links and Show NotesVerizon stops subsidizing; the race to the bottom begins.9to5Mac: Verizon to kill subsidies, launch simpler data plans from August 13The Verge: The smartphone price wars are not victimlessWindows 10 and El CapitanTechradar: 20 smart new and improved features in Windows 10MacRumors: OS X El CapitanSamsung's All-New Galaxy Note 5The Verge: Samsung’s Galaxy Note 5 is official and will be available on August 21st

This week A.J. and Mikah try to imagine Apple as a wireless carrier, they give Target some ideas for its in-store Bluetooth beacons, and they talk about the economics of PornHub’s new Netflix-like streaming service.Integrate TopicsA.J.: AmplMikah: Gallery Doctor--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Thumblr.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes.Links and Show NotesApple's Not Going to Be a Wireless CarrierApple denies plan to sell mobile services directly to consumersRelay.fmBluetooth Beacons Head to TargetTarget rolls out new pilot program to track customers in storesHow Target figured out a girl was pregnant before her father didThe Economics of Netflix-like PornographyPornhub Premium: Netflix for porn costs $9.99 per month

This week A.J. and Mikah complain about the sorta-kinda return of Google Glass, fail to imagine apps for an updated Apple TV, and get super-excited about Intel’s new 3D Xpoint storage chip.Integrate TopicsA.J.: NespressoMikah: Casper--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Red Smock.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesGoogle GlassGoogle Quietly Distributes New Version of Glass Aimed at WorkplacesApple TV UpdateApple Will Debut New Apple TV In SeptemberIntel's New Storage ChipIntel's new storage chip is 1,000 times faster than flash memoryHousekeepingMikah's interview on Less Than or EqualA.J. Feather, Google Glass Extraordinaire

This week A.J. and Mikah have a fight to the death over the usefulness of Apple Music, then come back to life to discuss Uber's win over NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio, and share their thoughts on the AT&T/DirecTV merger.Integrate TopicsA.J.: TextExpanderMikah: Himbox Bluetooth 4.0 Car Kit--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Sheddr.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesApple MusicApple MusicJim Dalrymple trashes Apple MusicApple Services Go Down During Big Moment For Apple MusicUber's NYC WinUber Just Trolled Its Way To A Win Over NYC Mayor De BlasioDe Blasio Administration Dropping Plan for Uber Cap, for NowAT&T/DirecTV MergerAT&T just got the green light to buy DirecTV in $48.5 billion dealSideloading Apps on Fire TVsideloadfiretv.com

This week A.J. and Mikah give an outsider’s perspective on the Reddit drama, pray for the end of Flash, and ponder Apple’s upgraded iPods.Integrate TopicsA.J.: AutomatorMikah: UP Coffee--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Sheddr.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesRedditThe Death of Reddit, ChuquiDetails Emerge About Victoria Taylor’s Dismissal at Reddit, The New York TimesReddit Chief Engineer Bethanye Blount Quits After Less Than Two Months on the Job, RecodeNew Reddit rules will crack down on some hate communities, leave others standing, The VergeThe Death of FlashMozilla blocks all versions of Adobe Flash in Firefox, GHacksMozilla blocks Flash as Facebook security chief calls for its death, The VergeMaking Sense of the New iPod TouchApple Introduces The Best iPod touch Yet, AppleApple releases ne

This week A.J. and Mikah discourage people from downloading the iOS 9 and OS X betas, talk about Netflix's foray into feature films, and ponder Google's ride-sharing motivations.Integrate TopicsA.J.: EvernoteMikah: AppleCare--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Ümbrella.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesApple Beta Software ProgramNetflix Moves Into Original Feature Films, Starting This October, TechCrunchGoogle Tests Carpooling Service for Commuters in Israel, The Wall Street Journal

This week A.J. and Mikah discuss all the WWDC announcements: updates to iOS, updates to OS X, updates for the Apple Watch, and the newly introduced Apple Music.Integrate TopicsA.J.: August Smart LockMikah: Shadowmatic--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by GlassTrek.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesiOS 9Apple MusicOS X El Capitan & watchOS 2

This week A.J. and Mikah share their predictions for iOS and OS X updates at Apple's next press event, the World Wide Developers Conference, Mikah tells A.J. why he's actually kind of excited about Google's new photo service, and the two discuss the sentencing of Silk Road founder Ross Ulbricht.Integrate TopicsA.J.: MintMikah: Simple--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by UpDoux.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesMelaninThe KernelWWDC, Apple ‘Proactive’, Apple HomeKitGoogle’s NestPhilips HueNest Protect, Dropcam, August Smart LockApple’s San Francisco typefaceForce TouchiPhone 4 AntennagateGoogle I/OGoogle is partnering with Levi’s for its Project Jacquard smart fabricDesigning for Virtual RealityProject Brillo, Android Pay, Google Photos, Google PlusAndroid Developer NanodegreeGoogle’s new Photos may just have won my l

This week A.J. and Mikah share their thoughts on the redesigned virtual reality headset, the Oculus Rift; Mikah gets A.J. talking about his favorite thing in the world: streaming music services — namely Rdio's new $3.99 plan; and the two talk about Apple's upcoming TV plans.Integrate TopicsA.J.: Solid State Drive (SSD)Mikah: Club W--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by LockBox.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesAmtrak crashApple Watch update (Watch OS 1.0.1)Taptic EngineJohn Gruber’s Daring FireballOculus RiftThe State of Virtual Reality, NewsyMicrosoft HoloLensRdio SelectTIDALApple’s rumored music streaming serviceCarl Icahn thinks Apple will launch a 4K TV setTop Apple analyst Gene Munster forced to confront the reality that there will be no Apple television, Business InsiderApple TVChromecastBehind Apple’s Move

This week A.J. and Mikah discuss the thinking behind Domino's new tweet-to-order-pizza feature, they congratulate Samsung on its smart answer to the Apple Watch's digital crown, and talk about self-driving cars now that Google has released its self-driving cars' accident data.Integrate TopicsA.J.: AudibleMikah: Picturelife--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Sprig.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesAppleCareGazelleDomino's to roll out tweet-a-pizza featureVenmoKLOUT#AmazonCartSamsung answers the Apple Watch Digital Crown with a rotating, round bezelApple Watch, Moto 360, TizenSamsung commercialGoogle acknowledges 11 accidents with its self-driving cars, but none were the car’s fault.Amtrak crashApple PhotosThe best way to manage your photos online in 2015, The VergeBecoming Steve JobsOnward: How Starbucks

In this week's episode of Integrate, A.J. and Mikah talk about Microsoft's upcoming smartphone plans; Apple Watch straps with battery packs;  and live-streaming apps Periscope and Meerkat, and their use during the Mayweather vs. Pacquiao bout. They also discuss Uber's effect on drunk driving and the taxi market, and ponder the use of tiny computers in doggie caretaking.Integrate TopicsA.J.: Hot Corners in OS XMikah: Knock--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by UpDoux.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesUber, Apple Watch, Raspberry Pi, Chihuahua, K’nexMicrosoft is working on two high-end Lumia phones for Windows 10Windows 8, Windows 10Apple Watch DocksApple Watch TeardownAccessory makers plan to tap Apple Watch’s hidden port for battery strapsApple doesn’t want accessory makers using the hidden p

This week A.J. and Mikah talk about their newly procured Apple Watches, discuss highlights from the Microsoft Build Developer Conference, and ponder the failed Comcast/Time Warner Cable merger.Integrate TopicsA.J.: Do Not DisturbMikah: Newsify--Produced by Katie HilerMusic provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesApple WatchJohn Gruber’s Daring FireballCondé Nast International Luxury ConferenceIKEA charging furnitureMicrosoft Build ConferenceAndroid and iOS apps on WindowsMicrosoft Surface Pro 3Project Spartan (Microsoft Edge)Microsoft HoloLensGoogle GlassComcast & Time Warner failed to mergeMacStoriesRelay FM

This week A.J. and Mikah follow up on net neutrality, talk about some cool new consumer drones, and discuss Apple's decision to ban selfie sticks at WWDC (hint: we think it's the right decision).Integrate TopicsA.J.: WorkflowMikah: Philips Hue--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by BrownBox.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesApple WatchThe new MacBookCTIA filed lawsuit to challenge FCC open internet orderFree Press's primer on Net Neutrality3D Robotics SoloGoPro camerasThe Verge's story and video on 3D Robotics SoloFirst World Product™Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC)Apple Insider's story on Apple banning selfie sticks and monopods at WWDC 2015If you want a selfie stick, here is iMore's review of the best ones on the market.A visual history of awkward iPad photography from EngadgetAmbify: turn music int

This week A.J. and Mikah discuss LinkedIn's acquisition of Lynda.com, how to bend a Galaxy S6 Edge just like an iPhone 6 Plus, and how to decide whether you want an Apple Watch.Integrate TopicsA.J.: RobinhoodMikah: Dark Sky--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Birdpress.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesLynda.com acquired by LinkedIn for $1.5 billionLinkedIn & Lynda.comTreehouseSamsung's Galaxy S6 Edge bends like the iPhone 6.Samsung's "bend to those who are worthy" advertisement Apple Watch reviews:The VergeThe New York TimesThe Wall Street JournalDaring Fireball9to5Mac's review roundupIt looks like @verge spent as much time designing their #AppleWatch review as Apple did designing the watc

This week A.J. and Mikah talk about Amazon's latest project, the Amazon Dash button; they discuss JAY Z's recently relaunched Tidal streaming music service; and round things off with an explanation of Internet-anonymizer Tor, and the Baltimore Department of Homeland Security's Reddit subpoena.Integrate TopicsA.J.: SafariMikah: Overcast--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Nospace.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesAmazon Dash ButtonsThe Everything Store by Brad StoneAmazon PrimeHarry's & Dollar Shave ClubAmazon Web Services & Amazon Cloud DriveA.J.'s story about choosing a cloud serviceTIDALA little bit more about TIDAL, via The VergeEmpireMikah loves Beyoncé.RedditFeds demand Reddit identify users of a dark-web drug forum, via WiredHere's the image from Reddit Mikah was laughing about.TorLimeWire&n

This week A.J. and Mikah talk about Google's new bill paying service, Universal Music's attempt to upend Spotify's "freemium" model and Google's close ties to the White House.Integrate TopicsA.J.: Better Touch ToolMikah: Sense--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Thumbler.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesGoogle's "Pony Express" bill paying service that works via GmailCash, the service A.J.'s roommates refuse to useMint: Personal Finance SoftwareEverything you need to know about Google WaveEmail Services - RankedThe Verge: Google meets with White House officials once a week on averageGoogle's Company PhilosophyThe Financial Times: Universal going after Spotify's "freemium" modelTidal: High Fidelity Music StreamingA.J.'s recommended column: The Verge: The best interface is no interface: why w

This week A.J. and Mikah talk about setting up a personal email server (because Hillary), get excited about Nintendo coming to smartphones, and ponder the possibility of an Apple Web TV service.Integrate TopicsA.J.: IFTTT & Do appsMikah: Backblaze--Produced by Katie HilerThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Nospace.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesHillary Clinton used personal email account at state department, possibly breaking rules.Ars Technica's tutorial on how to run your own email serverRaspberry PiNintendo is coming to a smartphone near you.Game Boy ColorThe Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of TimeThe Legend of Zelda: Majora's MaskNintendo 3DS XLIsometric podcastSega Dreamcast, R.I.P.Nintendo Wii USuper Mario Bros. 3The little figurines Mikah mentions are called amiibo.No seriously, there might be an Apple Web

This week A.J. and Mikah share their thoughts on the "Spring Forward" Apple event and lament the passing of Gigaom, a well-respected, abiding tech publication.Integrate TopicsA.J.: DropboxMikah: OneShotThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Dropbox.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesPrime PantryMikah's well-designed "go screw yourself" messageWatch the March 2015 Apple eventThe all-new MacBookDigital Trends talks about the Core M processor in the new MacBook.WATCH | Here's the one Mikah is getting (A.J. might be getting this one, too).According to TechCrunch, the WATCH is replaceable. Google GlassWhat's a "glasshole?" Mashable will tell you. ResearchKitGigaomMikah's story on the shuttering of GigaomTechmemeiMore9to5Mac, 9to5Google, 9to5ToysThe VergeThe Wirecutter, The Sweet Home, The Sweet SetupA.J.'s "How to Pick a Cloud Service"

This week A.J. and Mikah give their predictions for the upcoming Apple event, and further discuss the Apple Watch. A.J. gives a rundown of interesting tech coming out of Mobile World Congress, and the two give an update on the FCC's net neutrality ruling.Integrate TopicsA.J.: Logitech Keys-To-Go, FractureMikah: A+ SignatureThis episode of Integrate is not sponsored by Virtual Real Estate.Music provided by Eino Toivanen, kongano.com.Follow Integrate on Twitter, and subscribe/rate/review the show on iTunes and Stitcher.Links and Show NotesApple eventRumored 12-inch MacBook AirHere's The New York Times article Mikah references.Here's a Seeking Alpha writer telling us the iPad will flop.LG Watch Urbane, Huawei WatchA writer for Fast Company says the Apple Watch will flop:Few analysts or writers will outright say it, but I will: the Apple Watch is going to flop. And I bet a lot of other people are thinking the same thing for many good reasons.Statista gives a