The Minus Sixteen Podcast

The boys are back to talk all things Samsung. Two weeks post Galaxy Unpacked, the boys have a lot to...well..unpack as each of them got to experience what Samsung had to announce in their own special ways. Alex & Daniel give their first-hand account of using the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for the past 2 weeks, whilst David discusses his first time at a Samsung event and getting to see how Samsung have innovated in the Foldable space. It pondered a larger question around whether Apple are bringing that excitement anymore into the tech space and whether they can consider themselves at the forefront of innovation anymore. David rants about Apple while Daniel defends them (what world are we in?), and we get some insights into the broader tech world and how Apple infiltrates every space consumers live in. Alex gives a warning about security as he fends off an attack on his YouTube channel. YouTube are FINALLY bringing A/B title testing, and views are inconsistent for the summer as people are enjoying the sun (even in Australian winters) instead of consuming content. All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com #wwdc #apple #samsung #iphone16e #iphone #iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:53 Samsung Unpacked 06:09 Daniel’s trip to Korea 07:55 The S Pen drama 09:32 The Fold 7 highlights 14:27 David’s take on being at Samsung Unpacked 16:48 Battery life on the Fold 7 & Edge 20:45 Daily drivers 22:55 The real-life reasons for using a Flip phone 26:20 The Fold 7 rants! 28:05 Fold 7 missing the zoom camera 30:37 The price of the Fold 7 - is it an issue? 34:15 David’s Apple rant 39:51 Apple’s clever marketing technique 43:47 Pop culture coming to Apple’s rescue 50:21 No anti-reflective coating on the Fold! 51:00 Alex nearly got hacked! Be safe online, a PSA 53:26 Social engineering 54:00 David’s story about being hacked 55:15 Always check those email domains 56:45 A/B title testing 58:22 The downside of thumbnail A/B testing 61:00 The summer slump on YouTube 69:00 Using Modash to check fake followers

The boys are back together this week to discuss all things Galaxy Unpacked. Alex & Daniel share what they are excited for and what we can expect to see. Conversation then turns to the latest foldable form Honor (the Honor Magic V5), and their launch event that Alex attended, and how it feels. David then went into early predictions for the iPhone September event and how Apple's lineup could change this year with the introduction of the iPhone 17 Air, which then brought about discussions of the S25 Edge and how the Air from Apple could stimulate the wider thin phone market. The product chat was extensive this week, but we still had time for YouTube, and there was a bit to catch up on with the Mr Beast AI Thumbnail Saga, which then prompted a wider discussion over AI in the Creator space and how it could impact what we do in the future. Daniel gives an update on his MacBook Pro, and David gives him stick for it and plenty more on this week’s Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:53 Samsung Unpacked 2025 - what to expect 02:28 Alex & Daniel talk foldable wishes 04:45 Flips vs. Folds in sales 06:26 How true are the Samsung renders near an event? 07:57 The leaks & rumours… 09:25 Folds in everyday life 13:30 What wearables will be at Unpacked 15:26 What really happens at these hands-on events? 20:27 Embargo videos - are they worth it? 22:25 Honor Magic V5 (£1255) 26:13 The problems of shipping batteries 28:29 The new Nothing Headphone 1 - our thoughts 31:58 Latest rumours for the Apple September event 36:27 The iPhone 17 lineup 38:34 The thin phone trend 41:45 The improvements to iPadOS 26 44:42 Mr Beast drops a ball with his AI thumbnail app 52:34 Adobe’s march on AI 56:00 AI-generated content 59:00 A busy week ahead

In this episode of Minus 16, we were joined by Sam Beckman, so we took the chance to delve into the intricacies of the YouTube landscape, discussing the impact of the algorithm on video performance, the challenges of expanding content beyond our established niches, and the considerations we make when deciding to working with a sponsor or brand. We spoke about the financial pressures creators face and the balance between passion and audience expectations and the various and unexpected roads our content journeys have taken us. Daniel has finally taken the plunge and got himself a MacBook Pro. What have his first impressions been, and will he stick with it? Of course, we reflect on WWDC too. Was it a hit or miss? Sam speaks about the differences between dealing with the App Store versus Google’s Play Store from a developers point of view. Oh - and there have been some massive chages to CapCuts terms and conditions that you should hear about! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com #wwdc #apple #samsung #iphone16e #iphone #iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:14 Navigating content creation and audience expectations 04:08 Brand collaborations and view count guarantees 10:40 The business of YouTube 12:24 Navigating brand collaborations 14:17 Exploring new content: the shift in channel direction 17:42 The challenge of audience expectations 23:01 The evolution of influencers: from niche to broad appeal 26:41 Content creation: balancing passion and audience demand 37:27 The evolution of content creation 39:21 Changing lanes - the risks involved 40:15 Daniel’s MacBook Pro experience 44:06 Mac vs Windows 46:16 The future of tech and content creation 51:05 Reflections on passion and authenticity in tech 52:12 WWDC insights and Apple’s direction 01:02:38 The privacy dilemma: Apple's stance 01:05:25 The consumer's perspective 01:08:15 Developer insights: App Store vs. Google Play 01:11:25 The CapCut controversy 01:13:24 Closing thoughts…

David and Alex discuss the upcoming WWDC event and the anticipated features from Apple, including AI integration, a new gaming app, Live Translation, a significant overhaul to the UI, and the renaming of the OS. We also chatted about the new features and the very latest rumours about what to expect at the upcoming WWDC. Is this the most important keynote ever for Apple? The stakes are high! We chat about Apple's current management and lack of innovation. With all the legal challenges and competition in the tech industry, what will the implications of these changes be for users and the overall tech landscape moving forward? A/B testing of both thumbnails and titles is finally coming to YouTube, so we vent about what’s more important - the title or the thumbnail. And with VEO3 now out, what is the future for us as creators? Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com #wwdc #apple #samsung #iphone16e #iphone #iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 Navigating the challenges of content creation 03:11 Sponsorships and collaborations in the digital space 06:00 The evolution of YouTube channels and growth strategies 08:54 Balancing creativity and commercial demands 12:02 The importance of quality content and brand relationships 14:59 Future aspirations and strategic partnerships 17:59 Exploring new technologies and trends 21:06 Preparing for upcoming content and events 23:35 Apple's upcoming features and changes 26:12 WWDC 2025 anticipations and Apple's current state 28:46 Apple's management and innovation concerns 32:33 The impact of legal challenges on Apple 36:44 wMore WWDC ’25 predictions and user interface overhaul 40:35 AI integration and the all-new gaming app 52:15 AI battery management 54:24 Apple's visionOS-inspired UI 56:58 WWDC expectations 01:00:42 YouTube thumbnail strategies and a/b testing 01:06:55 The importance of thumbnails vs titles 01:11:15 AI’s impact on content creation 01:14:35 The future of AI in video production

The Samsung S25 Edge, CarPlay Ultra and WWDC were all up for discussion on this episode… Will there be a shift in smartphone design, as the era of thin phones comes back, and will they challenge the foldables? We’ve asked for change, and now we are finally seeing it, but what’s the Samsung Edge been like to live with? Daniel tells us firsthand. Apple finally unveiled CarPlay Ultra, so David takes a deep look into that and gives us his thoughts on why car makers have been so reluctant to adopt to using it. And what’s coming at WWDC…we’ll cover that properly next time, but we have some early thoughts and predictions. While Alex was on holiday, it gave him time to reflect on the phones he uses every day and what features make him decide what phone to reach for. And what is happening with YouTube and views? They seem all over the place - has something changed, and what makes a video pop and take off? We also discuss the balance between work and enjoyment while travelling, the significance of pushing creative boundaries, and the joy of connecting with viewers through our content. Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone#iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 YouTube challenges and content planning 00:10 Current tech trends and future predictions 01:55 The Samsung S25 Edge 06:56 The shift in smartphone design and consumer expectations 09:54 The future of thin phones vs. foldables 12:33 Real-world usage: balancing work and leisure 22:01 Navigating the mid-range smartphone market 26:50 Focus on usability in tech 27:52 Navigating the smartphone landscape 30:07 The arrival of CarPlay Ultra 33:39 Anticipating WWDC and iOS redesigns 37:23 YouTube trends and creator challenges 45:24 Experimenting with content strategies 51:31 The power of reflection in content creation 54:15 Learning from analytics and viewer engagement 57:08 Creating content while travelling: balancing work and enjoyment 01:00:06 Pushing creative boundaries: shooting outside the comfort zone 01:05:07 The joy of sharing and connecting through content

As ever, in this podcast, we set about discussing the latest developments in the tech world, first focusing on the upcoming launch of Samsung's S25 Edge. Then we chat about the ongoing legal troubles faced by Apple. We look at the implications of Apple's anti-competitive practices and how these could affect the company's business model moving forward. Are the best days behind Apple, and what will now become of the App Store? The world of tech landscape is changing before our eyes, and we talk over the accountability of the big tech players, the dangers of monopolies and how they need to be policed, and the future of smart home technology. Daniel visited an event last week showcasing the future of the Smart Home and how Samsung sees it playing out. Then we touched on the challenges of content creation in the quieter times and how it actually allows you to expand your content portfolio. Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone#iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 Samsung's upcoming launch of the S25 Edge (we think) 02:15 Apple's courtroom drama 08:18 Apple's anti-competitive practices 11:13 Is Apple's business model at risk? 17:11 Apple: navigating legal challenges 20:01 The importance of big tech accountability 22:13 The dangers of monopolies 26:18 The Samsung Smart Home 32:31 Samsung vs. Apple 35:49 Making content when things are quieter Apple, Samsung, S25 Edge, court case, anti-competitive practices, tech news, YouTube, smartphone innovation, business model, Epic Games, Big Tech, accountability, monopolies, smart home technology, Samsung, Apple, content creation, legal battles, app store, ecosystem

Alex is sunning himself in Brazil, so it’s just David and Daniel who start by delving into the world of tech, focusing on the performance issues of One UI 7 and where it all went wrong for Samsung over the past few months. Have the latest updates helped? Daniel explains… We chatted about the latest rumours about iPadOS and iOS, what new features they may bring, and how they might look. The discussion then shifts to YouTube, reflecting on its growth as a content platform and how we started to watch content and what made us think we might want to try it ourselves. We shared anecdotes about our early experiences with YouTube and how it influenced our content creation journeys, especially during COVID. Also, who are the creators we look up to? Who inspires us, and what is this current theme of 'dunking' on other channels all about? Authenticity was touched on, and we talked in detail about how important we find that in the content we both make and watch. There are some rumoured new changes coming to how YouTube may display videos on your homepage feed that could have major implications - we talk over whether we think they are good for creators or not. Then we chatted about cameras as David has just bought a new lens for his Canon, and what lenses Daniel may be looking to upgrade to next. Finally, we spoke about the importance of having a dedicated studio space and the freedom and creativity that brings... Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Check out the new website: https://talkingtechandaudio.com Watch the Trent from Punchy video: https://www.youtube.com/c/themactime?sub_confirmation=1 #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone#iphone #youtube #contentcreator Chapters 00:00 Rainy days in Queensland 02:27 The new website 05:59 Tech Updates: One UI 7 and performance Issues 09:03 YouTube's evolution 12:03 Samsung vs. Apple: audio fix issues 15:01 The aesthetics of technology 24:18 The Future of Apple OS - what we can expect 35:11 YouTube as a family viewing platform 44:50 The COVID effect - how YouTube benefited 48:03 The Vlog revolution & lifestyle channels 50:58 The importance of authenticity in content creation 54:06 The creative process and getting inspiration from other creators 58:05 The impact of AI on content creation 01:01:06 A dedicated creative space - the benefits 01:04:56 Investing in quality equipment for better content 01:07:59 Community engagement

In this episode of Minus Sixteen, we discuss various topics, including the challenges of technical setups, the release of One UI 7, smartphone durability issues, the pressures of content creation, the impact of tariffs on smartphone pricing, and the evolution of smartphone camera technology. We chat about how these factors influence our work as tech creators and jump into the nuances of video production, focusing on the importance of selecting the right camera gear, particularly lenses, and the impact of audio and lighting on video quality. We discuss the significance that scripting and presentation techniques have on making effective content. We also touch on the implications that tariffs will have on tech products and how companies might adjust pricing strategies in response to these economic factors. That led us on to the subject of corporate responsibility, environmental concerns, privacy issues, and the challenges of content creation on platforms like YouTube where creators face difficulties in gaining traction for diverse content due to algorithmic changes. We talk about our strategies for engaging audiences and the importance of adapting to trends in technology and social media in general. And then we looked at how Apple navigate government demands for data access while maintaining user privacy. The discussion also delves into the evolving landscape of YouTube, where creators face difficulties in gaining traction for diverse content due to algorithmic changes. Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone#iphone #youtube #contentcreator 00:00 Content Creation Pressures and Quality vs. Quantity 01:18 The Impact of Tariffs on Smartphone Pricing 04:09 Camera Technology: Need vs. Want 07:23 Log Video Recording and Smartphone Capabilities 17:07 Choosing the Right Camera Gear 22:20 The Importance of Lenses and Accessories 28:23 Scripting and Presentation Techniques 35:22 Understanding Tariffs and Their Impact on Tech 40:18 The Future of Pricing in Tech Products 41:16 Corporate Responsibility and Environmental Concerns 43:56 Privacy and Data Protection Challenges 46:12 YouTube Algorithm and Content Creation Challenges 54:16 Navigating Content Diversification and Audience Engagement 56:58 Future Plans and Content Strategy

Definitely one of our best - this is what podcasting should be about! We started off by thinking that there may not be much to chat over - but how wrong we were! We got the ball rolling by chatting over the expansive choices there are now available in the Android market and the giant strides they’re making in catching up the brand leaders. That gave way to what was supposed to be a chat about WWDC which was announced this week, however, that rapidly gave way to a pretty heated chat about about AI and what we all think it’s future will be. It’s clear Apple is a little lost right now, and it seems our overarching view was that Apple needs to find back their passion. After we all calmed down a little, we then spoke about our various studio spaces and Daniel’s move that will mean soon he will have his first dedicated studio space - exciting times ahead, for sure! Honestly, this episode is one we know you’ll enjoy! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone#iphone #youtube #contentcreator 00:00 Intro 01:39 Let’s talk about Android 03:35 What phones are popular in Australia 05:39 How much does Android UI vary from phone to phone? 09:23 Daniel’s long-term thoughts on the Samsung S25 Ultra 11:43 Missing the S Pen 12:19 Alex and his current daily 15:50 Alex and his dodgy iPhone 16 Pro 17:05 Everything works…it just works! 18:45 David the iPhone 16e and leading the simple life 21:21 The iPhone 13 mini - still a gem! 23:35 Daniel and his two phones - and the poll! 24:28 WWDC 2025 - our thoughts 25:27 AI - is it all it’s cracked up to be? 33:15 Apple can’t hide 39:24 The tech world waiting for the next big thing… 42:41 Apple missing passion 43:00 Samsung’s far from blameless 44:40 Studio chat 47:47 Daniel and his studio plans 50:45 Alex nearly gave up! 52:25 Mental wellness and not getting defeated 54:54 The difference between working with sponsors 56:15 Making the most of your studio space 58:55 Daniel’s new camera 59:50 Always learning 60:00 The Mac mini is still on Daniel’s mind

A bonus episode of Minus Sixteen this week - Alex & David are joined by audio buff Tom Buck. This is one we’d been waiting for - and Tom didn’t fail to deliver. We cover the real side of YouTube and life as a creator. Tom chats over the risks of going solo, why he took his enthusiasm podcast on to YouTube, preserving mental health as a creator and channel memberships. It’s all here - if you are into audio, gear, tech and want to become a creator, this episode is for you. Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com 00:00 Intro 03:43 Going full time 05:01 Tom and the risks of going self-employed 08:15 Tom on Adsense and revenue in general 12:21 Being objective with content 17:10 Tom’s take on working with sponsors 20:55 Audio podcasts versus YouTube views & stats 23:25 Why Tom took his podcast to YouTube 26:56 Mental welfare as a creator 30:45 Tom and the content pipeline 32:32 Live-streaming 34:44 Channel memberships 40:50 YouTube viewers becoming podcast viewers 44:05 Tom on finding his ‘voice’ on YouTube 47:13 Tom experimenting with his gear & gadgets 50:43 Tom on scripting 53:23 Not being too perfect… 57:20 YouTube viewing habits change

The DAD's are back, all three of them are together, even after a dicey cyclone in Australia that threatened to keep Daniel away, it cleared just in time for the boys to record. Alex kicks off the chats this week with a close look and discussion at the Oppo Find N5, which then brought about a broader discussion about the state of the foldable market and whether Apple will ever dip their toes in the water with one of their own. David then brings up the state of Apple marketing and how they don't seem to have any cohesion, especially in the light of the Apple Intelligence delay and how they promoted that VERY heavily during the iPhone 16 launch. Chat then turns to YouTube and how changes with ad placement have caused a stir in the creator community recently. Daniel found a tweet that breaks it down and the boys discuss what it might mean. YouTube also seemed to test a new shorts feed that had the boys confused. Bots are watching videos, brands are paying for them and Newcastle will beat Liverpool on Sunday at Wembley, all that and more on this week’s Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone #youtube #oppofindn5 00:00 Intro 01:52 Oppo Find N5 thoughts & first impressions 05:45 The Oppo launch that never happened 08:02 The reasons for the limits on battery sizes 09:55 The beauty of foldables 11:53 The history & future of foldables 16:00 Apple and their marketing mess 29:05 The C1 modem 31:43 Taking our time to make genuine reviews 34:40 Changing tastes 37:05 Clearing up the story about YouTube midroll ads 40:00 Is YouTube becoming the next TikTok? 44:15 Bot views 48:10 David’s walk on the dark side 53:33 Do other halves know what we do? 54:36 Daniel & the cyclone story

This week, the boys were joined by YouTuber Andrew Clare. Andrew is an Apple-focused YouTube channel from the states, and he joins us to talk about his experience, but also the latest iPhone 16e. The chat starts with the aforementioned iPhone 16e and David does our first live pod unboxing. The product’s value is brought into question as well as the positive coverage of the phone as opposed to a real critique. The chat then moves onto Galaxy S25 and Andrew shares his experience as a lifelong Apple user and how Samsung has changed since his last experience with the Galaxy S23 Ultra. YouTube chat begins with talk about a recent video by a YouTube employee on their personal channel critiquing the current state of tech reviews. Alex rallies the group to, instead of criticising the space, offering advice from the boy’s experiences that can help someone looking for inspiration. Alex has an SD card nightmare, MKBHD's reviews are questioned and much more on this week's Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #iphone16e #iphonese #iphone 00:00 Intro 01:43 Unboxing the iPhone 16e 04:19 The C1 modem - the real key part to the 16e 06:25 Who is the 16e for? 09:06 The iPhone 16e price point 13:13 The name - what does it mean? 15:05 The foldables market - does it interest Apple? 19:19 The Beats PowerBeats AirPods 20:32 Andrew and his phone choice 24:42 The WhatsApp conundrum 27:26 Why did FaceTime never catch on? 28:10 A quick Ted Lasso & Apple TV interlude 31:00 What’s new from Samsung? 40:00 Our thoughts and advice for if you’re starting a channel 52:39 Have the larger channels lost their passion? 58:23 The tech creator space 64:00 YouTube’s new approach to ad placement 68:00 YouTube Premium 71:00 The SD card story

The boys are back together on their own this week. The conversation flowed seamlessly between product, business and upcoming events. Starting with Galaxy S25 chat, Alex gave his view on the S25+ and the value it offers, and the boys discussed base model devices and how they are an excellent value choice for those who just want a dependable smartphone without the bells and whistles. David was keen to discuss Daniel's video about the S25 Ultra and what would be the reaction if it were made by Apple instead. It's an interesting conversation because the narrative around the S25 Ultra hasn't been positive, especially by some of the bigger creators like MKBHD and publications like The Verge. Business chat quickly took over, Alex talked about dealing with a sponsorship manager, and being organised and planned with content, David has updated his workflow to include a project management system to get on top of his sponsorship commitments, and Daniel spoke about how he intends to stay as a solo creator for now. All that and more on this week’s Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #samsungmobile #iphone17 #samsungspen David's latest video: https://youtu.be/mi_oJwSqsIw Alex's latest video: https://youtu.be/dnyWLMi0c2w?si=Vmohcyh33MY5Rwgu Daniel's latest video: https://youtu.be/Ee63sUtzSOI?si=dN7o-FI2--mDSE8H Kyle's latest video: https://youtu.be/Ee63sUtzSOI?si=dN7o-FI2--mDSE8H 00:00 Intro 02:45 Thoughts on Samsung S25 Plus 08:16 Modem talk 09:05 Alex and his iPhone issues 13:10 If this were Apple… 18:22 The Verge and their Apple vs. Samsung views 22:36 If the S25 were and iPhone… 26:02 iOS Apps coming to Android…why? 29:30 MKBHD - has he lost his way? 32:38 Singing to Apple’s song 36:53 Productivity & quality standards 51:05 Bringing onboard an editor & staff 56:55 Auto Dubbing in YouTube Studio

Well wasn't this a challenge? Our second show of the year proved a difficult upload but we got there 😅 the things we do! This week the boys are joined by Kyle Erickson. A YouTuber from Canada known for his unique style and distinct thumbnails. To kick things off they recapped the drama of the S Pen and saga from early in the week after Kyle and Alex both shared their thoughts of their time with the S25 Ultra. Post that, the chat shifted to their first YouTube discussions of the year as they explored Kyle's audio treatment, how he started his YouTube journey and what made him go full-time at 7 thousand subs! All that and more on another episode of Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com #apple #samsung #samsunggalaxy #samsungmobile #iphone17 #samsungspen David's latest video: https://youtu.be/mi_oJwSqsIw Alex's latest video: https://youtu.be/dnyWLMi0c2w?si=Vmohcyh33MY5Rwgu Daniel's latest video: https://youtu.be/Ee63sUtzSOI?si=dN7o-FI2--mDSE8H Kyle's latest video: https://youtu.be/Ee63sUtzSOI?si=dN7o-FI2--mDSE8H 00:00 Intro 01:25 S25 Ultra vs S24 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro 03:10 Issues with shooting LOG on the S25 Ultra 07:23 The S Pen scandal 11:45 Is it bits or bytes…? 12:48 Alex and his iPhone woes 14:50 Kyle’s thoughts on the iPhone 16 Pro 17:44 Giving truthful reviews & getting the details right 19:00 Post Unpacked - the effects for Daniel 21:12 Kyle’s upload strategy 23:00 Alex’ schedule 24:22 Kyle’s brand 27:48 Kyle’s gear & audio tips 31:35 Daniel & Premiere Pro 2025 35:50 Kyle, analytics & scripting 43:40 Daniel’s approach to recording A-roll 47:00 Kyle and the risks of going full-time 51:48 Kyle’s workspace 55:38 Daniel’s workspace 57:37 The life/work balance 61:00 How we are going to spend our days 65:00 Sponsors and working with them

Join us for our first episode of 2025 as we dive into the latest from Samsung Unpacked. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about the Samsung S25 Ultra, including its stunning new features and the surprising changes to the S Pen. The S25 Ultra now shoots in LOG - will that make it the perfect phone for creators who are looking to elevate their quality? We’ll also explore the power of the Snapdragon Elite for Samsung chip and what it means for the phone’s battery life & performance. Plus, we’ll discuss the growing influence of AI on Samsung phones and what impact it may have on the iPhone. Yup - we are back! Get involved, leave us your comments and what you made of this week’s Samsung Unpacked. Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/Jl_jnOE1LSk?si=H8Cm9GX1UzMeB8ex Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/Wh2QolsTiLE?si=7YSXe7w41CXG-u_j David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/KrJhG_6vu_o?si=SRXfBxnYRIs2mpXS 00:00 Intro 02:30 What was new at Samsung Unpacked 05:25 The new ‘feel’ to the Samsung S25 Ultra 09:35 Hands-On - the first impressions & battery life 14:37 The new Snapdragon Elite for Samsung chip 18:58 The benefits of physical events 21:25 Would Daniel ever end up working back at Samsung? 23:00 The do’s and do nots of being at the event 24:45 The downgrades to the S Pen - and why 28:35 AI - what’s new? 35:25 Thin phones are back? 44:00 The latest on Daniel and the Mac mini 48:00 Using Acasis enclosures & SSD 49:15 The Honey Trap fiasco 57:00 The refresh rate on the S25 Ultra

Dive into the latest tech buzz with our video on iPhone 17 Rumours, and is YouTube finally cracking down on clickbait? In this episode, we explore the most exciting whispers about the upcoming iPhone 17 and look back at our tech highlights of 2025. Plus, we delve into the ongoing debate: which is best, external storage or NAS - very relevant if you’re just about to buy an M4 Mac mini But that's not all! There’s plenty of YouTube news, too. We look at achieving sustainable growth as your channel becomes larger & we discuss YouTube's new A/B title testing feature and also how they are going to attempt to crack down on clickbait videos. And - invalid traffic is back…and it’s worse than ever! Is working for free sometimes a good idea, and what value does a manager bring to creators? Make sure to subscribe for more tech updates and join the conversation in the comments below! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/JMunvyl2bUQ?si=FAwNMXAN6b3Cq861 Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/mzJT46G70b0?si=s5a-W9zq4VW0H6bw David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/O4ooXaYb28E 00:00 Intro 02:00 Alex is STILL using an iPhone (begrudgingly!) 04:16 iPhone 17 rumours 07:40 Apple leaning into the Smart Home market in 2025 08:45 More Mac mini thoughts 09:30 Alex’s tech highlights of the year 12:56 And what was David’s highlight? 14:18 The best external storage options - SSDs or NAS? 21:17 CES - and the benefits of attending events in person 32:20 Sustainable Growth on YouTube 38:55 The effect AI is having on the creators’ space 41:55 YouTube starting Title A/B testing 44:25 YouTube cracking down on obvious clickbait videos 46:00 Alex and his new manager and the benefits they should bring 49:00 Working for free - is it worth it? 54:55 Invalid traffic is back! 56:55 The demise of AdSense 60:00 Pitching to brands 60:04 Auto-dubbing

The boys are joined by Patrick Rambles this week and kick off their chat to see if Daniel is any closer to switching to a Mac. Patrick, Alex & David all over Mac Mini insights to try and help the decision as they also compare the base model Mac Mini's to fully specced machines. Alex updated us on how the No Android November challenge went and talked through the pain of switching ecosystems constantly, and diverted the chat to how he wants to use this as a showcase for future sponsor integrations. Patrick also revealed his strategy of moving away from dedicated videos and trying and focus on core content for his channel as the focus of the pod switched to its usual look at YouTube and the business side of creating. The chat couldn't be rounded up without a mention of the One UI 7 Beta at the end by Daniel, as he didn't want the pod to end without at least a chat about Samsung's latest software. All that and more on this week's Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/wLSmENZ-1mE?si=XOq0R8aFTw6Pg1GJ Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/mzJT46G70b0?si=QtDRGkPZQCQymdOR David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/09rxYRTvG8U Patrick's latest video: https://youtu.be/HUizYbqPUio?si=nPA0DQvmwL3pMl_U 00:00 Intro 02:00 Daniel’s M4 dilemma 06:10 Breaking out of an ecosystem 10:15 Patrick’s Mac of choice 12:00 The Mac mini - the perfect portable device - is Apple up to something? 17:55 Our OCD is happy! 18:10 Alex and his Android free life 23:15 Choosing brands for the business 26:55 Working with a manager 33:15 The balance of making dedicated videos 36:25 Apple fanboy videos 39:15 How much can you charge? 44:25 Should brands be more transparent? 47:25 Dealing with bad debts in the creator economy 52:55 The benefits of networking 56:00 One UI 7 Beta 59:10 Selling packages 60:00 Losing Twitter followers

The boys lost Alex this week as his Jaguar got scared after the rebrand and needed repairs. David & Daniel started by discussing the positive side of tech YouTube and how they both intend to continue to be excited by tech rather than tired of it. This led to an early look into a fascinating new product from Samsung, the Galaxy Z Fold SE. Along with the new design, it sparked a conversation about product launches and Samsung's haphazard release schedule. David then spoke about his massive Mac Mini video and what it taught him about creation and also the products he was testing, which then turned into a long, deep-dive discussion into the future of Daniel's editing set-up. He is currently in a mind melt about switching from his beloved, but flawed, Galaxy Book 4 Ultra to a Mac Mini or M1 Max Macbook Pro. He takes us on a long, twisted journey about what he is grappling with and David tries to help him navigate through. But he needs your help, so when you've listened, comment below! The boys then discuss the hot YouTube news of the last 2 weeks, MKBHD. Rather than just straight up cancelling him, David & Daniel offer a balanced, fair analysis of the whole situation and try and offer perspective in the whole scenario. All that & more on this week’s Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/KOvVLeaZ1lM?si=63FRiKm-4eRLhdQA Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/wRFFiuOFEYQ?si=5fQsXLG4hIwXc5b- David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/nbwftAzMprI?si=mFAyVP4bUe7_D0u3 Visit @AverageDadOfficial 00:00 Intro 01:15 Daniel’s enthusiasm is spreading 04:10 Does Samsung have a release schedule? 08:00 The Samsung Z Fold SE 16:52 David’s 50-hour edit 22:00 Daniel’s Mac mini buying dilemma 38:20 The MKBHD drama - our thoughts

This week started with a bit of chaos as it looked like Daniel's tech troubles would strike again. Alex & David started without him and got straight into NEW Mac Mini chat. The boys spoke about the new devices as well as the configurations they had purchased for themselves. Daniel EVENTUALLY fixed his tech issues and joined as we got into Alex's No Android November challenge which prompted a great insight into daily drivers and what tech we rely on each day to support not only our businesses but also our lives. We then diverted to YouTube and spoke about celebrating successful weeks on the platform with everyone hitting a 1/10 video, before discussing how we respond to comments and engage with our audience in unique ways. We finished up with some new tech to look at, Daniel & Alex waxed lyrical over some DJI cameras before rounding off the episode. All that and more on this week’s episode of Minus Sixteen! Osmo Pocket 3: https://www.amazon.com.au/DJI-Vlogging-Stabilization-Tracking-Photography/dp/B0CG19QXWD/ref=sr_1_5?crid=VIW91SOG9LQX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.w-6AzfAY2daFWePZ8oubGgOyJDmUwUcBqLvN8bbZc5kGSNdM2hArsciVarIebMxMtQNmt_p1vvsPNr0uP7txBU6eVMqRiGyPrx94F4uMjnvp8GqO7ju7NS-CeSzW4tDlQPozerkNBka8UHIaz0viYi-3o61DxKj5FBGy6o-TkkkztJIkKtrmSOt_mz_1cIt2_izfcHp6fCbiirflqDVxFLghqZH8q4I6q0hCkkF-t3aX6fMBKzSTgQgEP-tNmfu2EoC930uc1tfkLhWf5gOo7XPTWcyxCBe9mK2eYVPwPXk.0fYjJ8_SgquHJha7f8PRgUyL_EQRQQWh3-Y4xgAgNLA&dib_tag=se&keywords=dji%2Bosmo%2Bpocket%2Bhandheld%2B3%2Baxis%2Bgimbal&qid=1731101990&sprefix=dji%2Bosmo%2Bpocket%2Bhandheld%2B3%2Baxis%2Bgimbal%2Caps%2C287&sr=8-5&th=1 Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com Daniel’s latest video: https://youtu.be/cFheEYS0pKY?si=pr_UrvhWKx2z39J8 Alex’s latest video: https://youtu.be/Ya4MNSQ66Dk?si=Df1cAhhQM7m6p-L2 David’s latest video: https://youtu.be/OHZh_5c5Rbg 00:00 Intro 01:35 A busy time - true Tectember style 03:35 Let’s talk M4 Mac mini 08:45 The benefits of working on a Mac 13:30 Using external SSDs with a Mac 16:40 Alex and his android free November 23:05 Synology possibilities 26:30 Hating on the S24 Ultra 32:40 Signal differences - iPhone - Samsung 35:05 Content is king 40:25 Engaging with viewers 52:32 Keyword research 57:04 Osmo Pocket 3 and drones

Off the back of a hugely successful pod last time out, the boys are back with yet another YouTube success, Brad Colbow. Brad is a YouTuber who caters to creative professionals and drills down on the products and resources available for artists and creatives. We talk about Brad’s journey as well as ask him about his niche and how he settled on it. We talk about how he deals with brands but also how he's trying to move away from brand deals and more towards course offerings and self-sustainability. Since the last pod, the pay-to-play YouTubers are back in force and we analyse the promote tool and the impact it is having on the wider industry. All that and more on another week of Minus Sixteen! Get in touch: david@talkingtechandaudio.com 00:00 Intro 01:25 Meeting Brad Colbow 07:20 Brad on planning content 12:10 Hitting the content wave 15:25 Embargo deadlines & protocols 23:30 Brad’s rapid growth spell 29:15 Brad on selling his channel - well maybe! 31:30 Channel sustainability and YouTube Promotions 48:10 Selling courses & Memberships 55:00 The imposter syndrome 63:00 Brad’s equipment set-up 66:00 Thoughts on the new iPad mini 74:00 Having fun with our tech!