Jon Westfall, guest panelist Sven Johannsen, and I discuss: Google Aluminium OS (mind the British spelling!). This potential merger of Android and ChromeOS aims to bring a premium, AI-first experience to desktop devices. We also explore how AI is reshaping our workflows, specifically highlighting the latest updates to NotebookLM, which now supports Deep Research and a wider variety of source types—a feature Jon is already using to optimize his stats teaching materials.
We also discuss a potential new segment: “Ctrl-Keep-Delete.” Think of it as a Marie Kondo session for tech nerds, where we help you decide which gadgets to keep and which to throw away. On a lighter note, we discuss “Holiday Pivots”—how to adapt when seasonal plans go sideways—before wrapping up with our favorite gadget picks for 2025.
Host Picks for 2025
- Jon: Plaud NotePin – A wearable AI capsule that records, transcribes, and summarizes meetings.
- Sven: MuteMe – An illuminated physical mute button ($40) that glows red or green to sync with your Zoom or Teams status.
- Todd: Logitech Flip Folio – A versatile iPad case featuring a stowable Bluetooth keyboard for on-the-go productivity.
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