Episodes

  • Join Rob and Mark for more tech waffling and meandering down limitless cultural cul-de-sacs!If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]. Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark and Rob dive into the latest Apple M4 benchmarks leak, comparing it to the infamous iPhone 4 incident, and explore what surprises we might see at the upcoming Apple October event. They also discuss the Meta Quest 3S and how it stacks up against its competition, alongside the newest developments in VR and AR, including Meta’s Orion project. Make sure to watch until the end so you don't miss out on a quirky little Nintendo Alarm Clock!

    ➡️ Meta Quest 3S: https://geni.us/LbbvX

    ➡️ Wordle VR for Quest: https://geni.us/7YWYo

    ➡️ Meta Orion Augmented Reality Glasses: https://geni.us/AQfrq

    ➡️ Fifth Generation Snap Spectacles with AR: https://geni.us/dm9jGW

    ➡️ Pico 4 Ultra VR/MR alternative to Quest: https://geni.us/5KqHd

    ➡️ Trailer for “Submerged” – Apple’s first Immersive Video short film for Vision Pro: https://geni.us/NgaXmr

    ➡️ Severance returns to Apple TV+ 17th January 2025: https://geni.us/Ajmn

    ➡️ Apple TV+ and Amazon Prime Video deal: https://geni.us/S8xAke

    ➡️ NothingOS 3: https://geni.us/iMBMAX

    ➡️ Nothing Ear (Open): https://geni.us/cSOAr

    ➡️ Samsung Developer Conference – OneUI 7: https://geni.us/WQkeR3C

    ➡️ Honor Magic V3 foldable: https://geni.us/jAeBKX

    ➡️ Honor Magic Pen: https://geni.us/UjWx

    ➡️ Bonkers Honor 100W wireless charger: https://geni.us/Y648a

    ➡️ Nintendo Alarm Clock – Alarmo: https://geni.us/WToEBwT

    ➡️ Clock-sized Casio retro A158W watch: https://geni.us/lAM72jx

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

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  • In this episode, Mark and Rob dive into Apple’s latest reveals, from the new iPhone 16 line up (the good and the bad), to the AirPods 4 and Apple Watch Series 10. Are any of Apple latest launches really worth it?

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark is back from his travels and shares insights from IFA and a Huawei or Honor event. Rob discusses his recent tech purchases, including the delayed Magic V3. The guys also dive into Apple's recent iPhone event and they guys discuss the return of a fan favourite app coming next year...

    Links

    - Honor Magic V3 bendyphone launched: - https://www.honor.com/uk/phones/honor-magic-v3/- HUAWEI Mate XT triple bendy phone launched: - https://consumer.huawei.com/cn/phones/mate-xt-ultimate-design/- Otterbox case for iPhone 16 with comedy Camera Control cutout: - https://www.otterbox.co.uk/en-gb/iphone-16-pro-max-case-grey/77-96134.html- New Beats iPhone cases: - https://www.beatsbydre.com/uk/accessories/phone-cases/beats-iphone-16-plus-magsafe-case/MCFJ4/iphone16-riptideblue- B&O H100 - £1,299 headphones!! - https://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/gb/headphones/beoplay-h100- DJI Neo - compact, affordable drone that can take off and land from your palm, and follow you about without the need for a remote: - https://www.dji.com/uk/neo- Probably better than the Hover X1 by Zero that was all the rage last year: - https://us.hoverair.com/products/hoverair-x1-self-flying-camera-combo- WhatsApp turning into Beeper: - https://about.fb.com/news/2024/09/an-update-on-how-were-building-safe-and-secure-third-party-chats-for-users-in-europe/- New Reeder “universal timeline” app, similar to Tapestry: - https://reederapp.com- Tapestry by The Iconfactory: - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/iconfactory/project-tapestry- Polycam 3D scanner app for iPhone Pro and Android users with LiDAR-equipped devices: - https://poly.cam- Flappy Bird is coming back to iPhone after a 10 year hiatus: - https://flappybird.org

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark dives into his latest tech adventures, including a hands-on with the Galaxy Watch Ultra and the Surface Laptop 7. Rob shares the mishaps of a blown TV and his holiday in the Peak District, where he tested some new Insta360 gear. Plus, they discuss the latest Google controversy and Apple rumours, including the potential of an Apple TV-sized Mac mini and what’s next for the iPhone 16…

    Links

    ➡️ Mark’s Surface Laptop 7 review: https://geni.us/sBLF

    ➡️ Mark’s comedically big TCL 98” C805K Mini LED TV video: https://geni.us/WqQz

    55” LG B4 OLED TV with Dolby Vision at Costco (sadly the price has gone up to £849 since this show was recorded): https://geni.us/FP24a43

    ➡️ SnapGrip MagSafe battery pack/physical shutter button: https://geni.us/CEaAHY

    ➡️ MagBak MagSafe cases and accessories: https://geni.us/DRvrOn

    ➡️ WALLFID MagSafe wallet with elasticated sides that accommodates a Samsung portable SSD: https://geni.us/5RkS

    ➡️ Short USB-C cable with 90-degree end: https://geni.us/t2wA2Ab

    ➡️ Native Union Stow sleeve for iPad/Magic Keyboard: https://geni.us/gJxSPi

    ➡️ SODI MagSafe Continuity Camera monitor mount/stand: https://geni.us/vy9p1

    ➡️ Belkin Auto-Tracking 360 degree pan, 90 degree tilt DockKit stand: https://geni.us/ZDMirQC

    ➡️ Insta360 Flow Pro DockKit compatible gimbal: https://geni.us/RHTBgTw

    ➡️ Halide camera app with true RAW mode: https://geni.us/2x4viUq

    ➡️ First HomeKey compatible Smart Lock that works with eurocylinder - Aqara U200: https://geni.us/B7OGt

    ➡️ Aqara FP2 Presence Sensor: https://geni.us/4G0PR

    ➡️ SwitchBot Universal Remote: https://geni.us/gYXtZdE

    ➡️ Nest thermostat 4th gen: https://geni.us/x2w4erf

    ➡️ CMF by Nothing Phone 1: https://geni.us/KHeK

    ➡️ Playdate pizza box case: https://geni.us/OfVa

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark covers his recent trip to the OnePlus event in Milan, showcasing the Nord 4 and CMF products. Rob and Mark discuss Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked, including the Fold6 and Flip6, and the Nokia 3210 reboot. They also touch on Apple rumours and new public betas. There is also talks of the Xiaomi 14 Ultra Photography Kit and speculations about the Apple Watch X...

    Links

    ➡️ OnePlus Nord 4: https://geni.us/JPYOuXi

    ➡️ CMF Phone 1: https://geni.us/1T4xj7N

    ➡️ CMF Buds Pro 2: https://geni.us/LAuzUtA

    ➡️ CMF Watch Pro 2: https://geni.us/WzCOBe8

    ➡️ Honor Magic V3 - register for a chance to try one out for a month: https://geni.us/f4lgzO

    ➡️ Dyson OnTrac Headphones with collapsible case: https://geni.us/lEZe3

    ➡️ Cambridge Audio P100 with Matt Berry as the built-in voiceover: https://geni.us/IMYQ

    ➡️ Matt Berry: https://geni.us/dMow3Xb

    ➡️ Mark Ellis Creator Diary channel: https://geni.us/t19dUvk

    ➡️ SnapGrip MagSafe camera/battery case: https://geni.us/vaWqO

    ➡️ Nokia Lumia 1020 camera grip throwback: https://geni.us/Vlbj9

    ➡️ Xiaomi 14 Ultra Photography Kit: https://geni.us/ZlrtL3D

    ➡️ Nokia 3210 Reboot: https://geni.us/2cNLHCT

    ➡️ HMD Skyline Nokia Lumia-esque phone: https://geni.us/SNc7w

    ➡️ Square Home Launcher - Windows Phone UI for Android: https://geni.us/GAaPj

    ➡️ Launcher10 - an alternative Windows Phone launcher option for Android: https://geni.us/gnAkL

    ➡️ Tinypod - turn your old Apple Watch into a tiny iPod: https://geni.us/NegQMgf

    ➡️ Cake - turn your old Apple Watch into a tiny Rabbit R1: https://geni.us/wxxEHtd

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark shares highlights from his recent holiday, including a review of the Insta360 GO 3S and a Tesla road trip in Scotland. Rob and Mark also discuss upcoming tech events like Samsung Unpacked and Prime Day, as well as the anticipated launch of the Pixel 9. Rob covers the arrival of the Rabbit R1 and its security flaws, alongside a look at the very cute little game...

    Links

    ➡️ Meta Ray-Bans: https://geni.us/YZynPT

    ➡️ Insta360 GO 3S: https://geni.us/ADQf ➡️ Insta360 dongle to offload footage straight to phone/laptop/SD card/charge: https://geni.us/tbv9d

    ➡️ Sony Xperia 1 VI: https://geni.us/ntoJ04n

    ➡️ Sonos Ace headphones: https://geni.us/MUcC

    ➡️ Logitech Combo Touch iPad keyboard case: https://geni.us/HFA6Qe

    ➡️ Logitech Keys To-Go travel keyboard: https://geni.us/l3ZZE

    ➡️ North Coast 500: https://geni.us/dIfJIus

    ➡️ Beats Pill: https://geni.us/HJnkBZ

    ➡️ CMF by Nothing Phone: https://geni.us/qAlS6XR

    ➡️ Perplexity furore / AI eating its own tail: https://geni.us/AgJd6yb

    ➡️ Hello Kitty Happiness Parade rhythm game £1.75 on Switch until 10th July 2024: https://geni.us/r9sExk

    Free for Netflix users on iOS and Android:

    ➡️ Android: https://geni.us/J0xqEw

    ➡️ iOS: https://geni.us/iYkzX

    ➡️ Abigail Osborn Gonna Get Over You song from Hello Kitty game: https://geni.us/OK2gC

    ➡️ Deep dive into the production of the above track: https://geni.us/F0uLIaH

    ➡️ New Bobby Fingers video, “Fabio and the Goose”: https://geni.us/thnL

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • This week Mark and Rob dive into Marks latest trip to France and dissect Apple's WWDC24 event, which was, as always, impressively shot "entirely" on an iPhone. They break down all the new features in macOS, iOS, and visionOS. Plus, they give their thoughts on Craig Federighi's iconic segues...

    Links

    ➡️Honor 200 Pro phone: https://geni.us/7Q6R

    ➡️LoverOfTech Ben being too cool at the Honor 200 launch event in Paris: https://geni.us/BuWJ

    ➡️Microsoft Recall recalled: https://geni.us/oVc6DJA

    ➡️Apple WWDC24 replay if you missed it: https://geni.us/odlBpBW

    ➡️Dark Matter on Apple TV+: https://geni.us/XWTTkI

    ➡️Immersed VR for using Quest 3 in a similar fashion to Vision Pro with your Mac or PC:https://geni.us/KsFqo

    ➡️Canon RF and RF-S STM Dual Fisheye lenses for Spatial Photography: https://geni.us/eCC1b

    ➡️BlackMagic URSA Cine Immersive Spatial Video camera: https://geni.us/VDA0

    ➡️Rectangle Window Management: https://geni.us/T2kJj3h

    ➡️Otter AI transcription: https://geni.us/kWmF9rO

    ➡️MyScript Calculator handwritten sums app (now Sherlocked by MathNotes): https://geni.us/A7jl

    ➡️Squeezy Bezel Animation in iOS 18: https://geni.us/qggAI

    ➡️Lairy Orange silicone Whoop bands now available: https://geni.us/1DAxk

    ➡️Tim Cook Magic Mouse moment during Marques Brownlee interview: https://geni.us/TVZBH9

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Mark recounts his trip to Computex in Taipei, sharing his highlights of the Snapdragon Insider event. Rob and Mark dive into Mark's latest tech gear, including the surprising switch from a 13-inch M4 iPad Pro to the smaller 11-inch version. They also discuss the debut of the Eight Sleep Night 4 and its potential impact on their sleep quality.

    On the automotive front, Mark talks about his new Range Rover Sport and the launch of his new content brand, Mark Ellis Motors. Plus, they touch on the fate of ICQ, Proton Pass's new desktop app, and the latest from CMF by Nothing.

    Links

    ➡️ Mark Ellis Motors:

    https://www.instagram.com/markellismotors/

    https://www.tiktok.com/@markellismotors

    ➡️ Assassin’s Creed Mirage out now, launch price £22.99: https://geni.us/nI0O8PM

    ➡️ Huawei Matebook 14 laptop: https://geni.us/Bmqd0X

    ➡️ New EightSleep 4 smart mattress topper: https://geni.us/UAVscA

    ➡️ RIP ICQ - shutting down June 26th: https://geni.us/uiOCdXA

    ➡️ Bartender app sold to a company called Applause, privacy concerns: https://geni.us/baQ0

    ➡️ Bartender alternatives:

    Vanilla: https://geni.us/udTiLFR

    Ice: https://geni.us/WiLYs

    ➡️ Little Snitch: https://geni.us/lBcz

    ➡️ ProtonPass macOS and Linux desktop apps: https://geni.us/m9zyFU

    ➡️ CMF by Nothing phone teaser: https://geni.us/tn3go

    ➡️ Mr Mobile Clicks Keyboard Case for iPhone: https://geni.us/wBvlLAk

    ➡️ M-Con prototype iPhone game controller case: https://geni.us/VrBeqAO

    ➡️ Tiny Pod - turns Apple Watch into a tiny iPod: https://geni.us/PyFAQ5

    ➡️ Cake - turns Apple Watch into a tiny Rabbit R1 lookalike: https://geni.us/RQvy7po

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • This week Mark shares his travels from Germany and Manchester and dives into the latest ultra-thin M4 iPad Pro and its new updates. Mark and Rob also review the new Sonos Ace headphones and the latest BMW Mark is reviewing on his main channel. In event news, they discuss highlights from Google I/O 2024 and Microsoft's latest launches. Plus, Rob talks about Little Snitch 6 and showcases some brilliant musical talent…➡️ Vincent Teoh / HDTVTest: https://www.youtube.com/@hdtvtest

    ➡️ Pixel 8a: https://geni.us/QSAO8Q4

    ➡️ Sonos Ace headphones: https://geni.us/E047

    ➡️ RetroArch retro games emulator for iOS, iPadOS and Apple TV: https://geni.us/RKzHyK

    ➡️ iPad Sheet Music app MusicNotes: https://geni.us/xrRC

    ➡️ Google I/O 2024 replay if you missed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XEzRZ35urlk

    ➡️ Project Astra Googly glasses demonstration: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nXVvvRhiGjI

    ➡️ Marc Rebillet: https://www.youtube.com/@MarcRebillet

    ➡️ Little Marc Rebillet queuing for an iPhone: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NnbL-Hm-xws

    ➡️ Microsoft Special Event replay if you missed it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aZbHd4suAnQ

    ➡️ Humane putting itself up for sale barely a month after aiPin launch: https://geni.us/3EkbRJ9

    ➡️ Udio AI Music generation: https://geni.us/uacfP

    ➡️ Little Snitch 6:https://geni.us/lStg

    ➡️ Windows equivalent of Little Snitch, Glassware: https://geni.us/xBAxL

    ➡️ Mr Mobile’s Clicks keyboard case for iPhone: https://geni.us/zX8ZwRf

    ➡️ Ergotron HX monitor arm: https://geni.us/roOaKkj

    ➡️ Dell U4025QW 40” Ultrawide 120hz: https://geni.us/g7NlggIf you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • From camping to press events in China, this week Mark and Rob catch up whats been happening over the last month. They also delve into the latest Apple “Let Loose” Event and whether it was worth the wait...Links

    ➡️ Thomas the Technology Chap drops his drone in the sea: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/F80x3LkgLjs

    ➡️ Beats Solo 4 on-ear headphones: https://geni.us/beatsolo4uk

    ➡️ JBL Spinner BT Bluetooth Turntable: https://geni.us/bO4rFxO

    ➡️ Teenage Engineering TP-7 field recorder: https://geni.us/gPkBLwM

    ➡️ Naim Uniti Atom: https://geni.us/yBD0

    ➡️ 8bitdo C64-inspired keyboard: https://geni.us/EM8ut

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • Why does the S-Pen smell? This week, Mark and Rob answer similarly important questions, as well as why YouTubers perpetually declare that they’re switching from iPhone to Android.

    Mark also gives his verdict on the Whoop band and some insight into the behind-the-scenes of his growing business.

    ➡️ Ultrahuman Ring: https://geni.us/Xs8fD

    ➡️ Whoop Band: https://geni.us/raKZTiB

    ➡️ Eight Sleep: https://geni.us/UAVscA

    ➡️ Check out Mark’s redesigned website: https://markellisreviews.com

    ➡️ Mark’s “Day in the life” series: https://www.youtube.com/@markelliscreator

    ➡️ “Buy Back Your Time” by Dan Martell book: https://geni.us/PnmJ

    ➡️ Bang and Olufsen Beocom Portal headset: https://geni.us/BXnRAg8

    ➡️ Elago MagSafe wallet that looks like a Gameboy: https://geni.us/ZeKq

    ➡️ Reloptix Prescription lenses for Quest 3: https://geni.us/hjfdsM

    ➡️ Live TV app for Apple TV: https://geni.us/topPX

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • Eight or Sixteen is back after Mark’s trip to the Mobile World Conference in Barcelona. In this episode, Mark tells us all about his big trip to Apple HQ in Battersea and his opportunity to review the BMW IX2. Rob and Mark also give their verdict on the Nothing Phone (2a) and the latest release from Apple in the form of the M3 MacBook Air.

    You can see Mark’s full review of both the Nothing Phone (2a) and M3 MacBook Air on the main channel now!If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss the M3 iMac video fallout, fitness tech and they also explore the new Apple Vision Pro and question, is it just another headset, or is it something way more... (should they wear these tech masks in more episodes?).

    Links

    ➡️ Mark’s Vision Pro livestream Q&A replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjuqUSnMdC0➡️ Mark’s Vision Pro “one week later” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp3JYZxS53o➡️ Mark Zuckerberg tries Vision Pro: https://www.theverge.com/2024/2/13/24072413/mark-zuckerberg-apple-vision-pro-review-quest-3

    ➡️ Juno, the unofficial YouTube client from Christian Selig, ex-developer of now-defunct Apollo app for Reddit: https://christianselig.com/2024/02/introducing-juno/➡️ Rob was using Immersed on the Quest 3 to see Mark on StreamYard: https://immersed.com

    ➡️ BoboVR M3 Pro Quest 3 strap:

    Amazon - convenient but pricey: https://www.amazon.co.uk/BOBOVR-M3-Pro-Accessories-Compatible/dp/B0CJLG9SBR/

    Direct - half the price, but shipped from China and often out of stock: https://www.bobovr.com/products/bobovr-m3-pro

    ➡️ Larq Self-Cleaning or Built-In Filter Water Bottle: https://www.livelarq.com

    ➡️ Borderlands Movie Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kgj7xBc3n-0

    ➡️ Honor Magic V2 RSR Porsche Design edition: https://www.hihonor.com/uk/shop/honor-magic-v2-rsr-porsche-design/

    ➡️ Honor Magic6 Pro that Rob might get for £1: https://www.hihonor.com/uk/shop/new-launch/

    ➡️ OnePlus Open foldable: https://www.oneplus.com/uk/oneplus-open

    ➡️ GameSir X2 gamepad with USB connection on the left - ideal for use with foldable phones: https://www.gamesir.hk/collections/gamepads/products/gamesir-x2s

    ➡️ GameSir G8 Galileo gamepad for phones (much better controller than the X2 but the USB is on the right, so no good for foldables): https://www.gamesir.hk/collections/gamepads/products/gamesir-g8-galileo

    ➡️ Backbone One gamepad for phones: https://playbackbone.com/gb/

    ➡️ Return to Monkey Island game: https://returntomonkeyisland.com

    ➡️ GoCube Bluetooth Rubik’s Cube: https://particula-tech.com/?v=e4b09f3f8402

    ➡️ Rubik’s Clock:

  • In this episode, join Mark and Rob as they discuss everything from smartwatches and Google Assistant quirks to Apple's latest releases and the intriguing Vision Pro. Delve into their candid opinions on WatchOS, the Mint Green Pixel 8 Pro, and the Samsung Watch, along with insights on Fossil's exit from the smartwatch market. The conversation takes unexpected turns, providing a blend of humour and tech discoveries. Also stay tuned for Mark's upcoming Vision Pro unboxing on his main channel coming very soon!

    Links

    ➡️ Honor V2 Porsche special edition: https://geni.us/hcsnW➡️ Honor V2 preorder perks (technically possible to get it down from £1,799 to £1,099): https://geni.us/Gof4W

    ➡️ Tell them you’re trading in a phone by selecting the option before you add to cart (you don’t actually need to send it to them) - £200 off: https://geni.us/Gof4W

    ➡️ £300 coupon for registering before 1st March 2024: https://geni.us/rkCBg

    ➡️ Extra £100 off if you already own an Honor device: https://geni.us/wvu7r6

    ➡️ Free Bang & Olufsen Beocom Portal headset worth £549 via redemption between 16th February-12th April 2024:https://geni.us/vB6wnhttps://geni.us/evvqXB- 66W fast charger included

    - 6 months accidental damage insurance

    ➡️ Nothing transparent USB-C cable: https://geni.us/3sTmK12

    ➡️ Nothing SIM eject tool (only available in the box with a Nothing phone purchase or on eBay, not direct from Nothing): https://geni.us/gyaAA

    ➡️ Samsung Vegan Leather Case (not recommended!): https://geni.us/sk8AWH

    ➡️ Mint Green Pixel 8 Pro: https://geni.us/rFyL

    To check how much space is being taken up by macOS Sonoma screensavers:

    - Fire up Finder, hit CMD+Shift+G then paste in this location: /Library/Application Support/com.apple.idleassetsd/

    - Right-click, get info on “Customer” folder

    ➡️ Walkabout Mini Golf Jim Henson’s Labyrinth DLC: https://geni.us/ril0hEG

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode Mark and Rob recap the big reveals from CES 2023. They discuss the Samsung Galaxy AI features in the new S24 series. Samsung is also promising 7 generations of Android updates, leading to speculation that this means 7 years of support. Other topics include Samsung's own smart ring to compete with the Lotus Ring that lets you control devices by pointing at them like a Jedi, the quirky rolling Ballie robot that Mark wonders if it actually does anything, and Mark's experiences attending CES - seeing the F1 safety car, staying in a massive Trump hotel suite, but somehow missing all the big product demos.

    Links➡️ Las Vegas Sphere: https://geni.us/wBgBj0u

    ➡️ Kohler $10,000 e-ink Toilet: https://geni.us/3drsb

    ➡️ MrMobile/Michael Fisher’s Clicks Keyboard Case for iPhone: https://geni.us/bzwLc5

    ➡️ Ali Abdaal’s Lightmode keyboard: https://geni.us/7KcULuX

    ➡️ Naya modular keyboard: https://geni.us/hnOFFP

    ➡️ Monokei Series 2 keyboard: https://geni.us/ABYRPDA

    ➡️ Nomad E keyboard: https://geni.us/he3TiT

    ➡️ Rabbit R1 AI assistant: https://geni.us/iaEnGhq

    ➡️ Humane aiPin: https://geni.us/NjChkPv

    ➡️ Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses: https://geni.us/YZynPT

    ➡️ Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2024 Replay: https://geni.us/h0Slqs

    Use code S24GW to get a free Watch6 when preordering any S24 series device by 25th January 2024

    Preorder using the Samsung Store app (instead of the website) using coupon APP5 for an additional 5% off

    ➡️Circle to Search Google Gemini info: https://geni.us/HJTcS

    ➡️Jon Prosser’s “No-one cares about Vision Pro” video: https://geni.us/P8d8zDw

    ➡️ Lotus IR blaster ring: https://geni.us/lltZ9S

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • Mark and Rob get together to discuss Mark's CES plans, thoughts on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, and whether intriguing new accessories like the Magic Mouse and Clicks keyboard case are worth a look.

    Rob shares his experience switching to a new Mac, the tools and research involved in deciding, and the realities of upgrading his streaming gear.

    They also discuss audience feedback highlights from previous videos, Mark and Rob's ideas for building out their ultimate home studios, and more of the top tech news and gadgets on their radars.

    Links

    ➡️Mark’s Phone of the Year 2023 - Honor 90 - £399 512gb/12gb: https://geni.us/uwIFp7N

    ➡️Register for Samsung Unpacked 2024 for : https://geni.us/6ONe

    ➡️Magic Mouse MagSafe adaptor case thing: https://geni.us/LnMzV

    ➡️Weird chewy cat thing (Amagami Ham Ham) from CES2022: https://geni.us/CKV5Ss

    Resources used in Rob’s M1/M1 Max/M2 Pro/M3/M3 Pro comparison:

    Set alerts for refurbished machines on the Apple Store: https://geni.us/wDNqEUseful CPU specs: https://geni.us/7G1o3P1Benchmark repository: https://geni.us/i4AqBZEvery Mac database: https://geni.us/AIuuDr

    ➡️Herman Miller Aeron chair: https://geni.us/rkIVj

    ➡️Third party Atlas headrest: https://geni.us/xvZobI

    ➡️Steelcase Gesture chair: https://geni.us/I4WfN4

    ➡️Govee RGBICWW Floor Lamp: https://geni.us/dWhmoB

    ➡️Clicks - an iPhone case with a hardware keyboard built in, from Mr Mobile: https://geni.us/kheM

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's AirPods Max experiment, what they both want to see from Apple in 2024, and they dig deep into Rob's amazing tech bag.

    Oh, and they reveal some VERY big news about Eight or Sixteen!Check out Eight or Sixteen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-xccEXki4hs

    Links

    Bose QuietComfort headphones:https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/headphones/noise_cancelling_headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones.html#v=QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WWSonos Move speaker:https://www.sonos.com/en-gb/shop/moveB&O H95 headphones:https://www.bang-olufsen.com/en/gb/headphones/beoplay-h95Moft Snap Float iPad mini Origami Case:https://www.moft.us/products/origami-ipad-folio?variant=40025721471063Dell Mini 9:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dell_Inspiron_Mini_SeriesTyping of the Dead:https://store.steampowered.com/app/246580/The_Typing_of_The_Dead_Overkill/Grams28 154 Citypack MANBAG:https://www.grams28.com/products/154-city-packEE Special Apple TV 4Khttps://ee.co.uk/tv/apple-tv-4kCafele 100W retractable cable:https://www.amazon.co.uk/CAFELE-Cable-100W-Super-Charging/dp/B0BK83GW8RUGREEN 65W Charger:https://uk.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-nexode-65w-usb-c-gan-charger-3-ports-wall-chargerUGREEN 25,000mAh Power Bank:https://uk.ugreen.com/products/ugreen-145w-25000mah-power-bank-for-laptop-3-ports-power-bankElago AirPods Pro Casette Case:https://www.elago.com/collections/airpods-pro-2-case-elago/products/cassette-tape-case-for-airpods-pro-2-2-colorsHidrate Spark RGB Water Bottle:https://hidratespark.comPlay Date:https://play.dateBackbone One controller:https://playbackbone.comMagic Mouse Ergonomic Charging Case:https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B0C7442GM7Acasis DIY external SSD enclosure:https://www.acasis.com/collections/all-products/products/acasis-usb4-0-mobile-m-2-nvme-enclosure-40gbps-compatible-with-typec-thunderbolt-3-interface-solid-state-nvme-ssd-universal-tools?variant=43694516601061Zizzle Zoundz:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vYYtFRPy9iAToniebox Audio Player for kids:https://us.tonies.com/pages/tonieboxYoto Audiobook Player for kids:http://yotoplay.com

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Rob and Mark talk skateboards, Porsches, Jeff Bezos' face, and an unfortunate turn of events for Nothing.

    Links

    Correction from Rob: Louise did in fact know the open source alternative to Thunderbolt (Oculink) and had posted it in the chat, I just didn’t see it!

    Ali Abdaal Lightmode Keyboard:https://www.lightmode.com/products/coral-orangeSigma 16mm F1.4 lens:https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/Justin Hawkins Rides Again:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g4LC0qZiNewNothing/Sunbird security catastrophe:https://arstechnica.com/gadgets/2023/11/nothings-imessage-app-was-a-security-catastrophe-taken-down-in-24-hours/JerryRigEverything / Casetify debacle:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=byfWscC87VgSensei macOS monitoring app (alternative to iStatMenus):https://cindori.com/senseiAyaneo AM01 mini PC that looks like a retro Mac:https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/ayaneo-retro-mini-pc-creator-of-mini-pc-2-0-era#/Ayaneo Slide:https://ayaneo.com/product/AYANEO-SLIDE.htmlGPD Win4 handheld PC that looks like a PS Vita:https://www.gpd.hk/gpdwin4GPD GPU Oculink dock:https://www.gpd.hk/gpdg1graphics8bitdo retro bluetooth controllers:https://www.8bitdo.com/apple/NuPhy keyboards:https://nuphy.comAqara FP2 Presence Sensor:https://www.aqara.com/eu/product/presence-sensor-fp2/SwitchBot Hub 2:https://uk.switch-bot.com/products/switchbot-hub-2Rob’s new shelf:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BN1FG971Rob’s 90-degree XLR adaptors to fix the front-facing jacks on the Moto M2:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0BZ5SP6JVRob’s new KVM switch that can do 5K2K:https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0C5WPR68HRob’s new comedically large QB12 Subwoofer in Gloss White:https://www.qacoustics.co.uk/q-acoustics-qb12.htmlFree Satellite SOS extended for iPhone 14 users (who registered their device prior to Nov 15) for another two, or two years from date of activation for new purchasershttps://www.apple.com/newsroom/2023/11/apple-extends-emergency-sos-via-satellite-for-an-additional-free-year/Banking Data in Apple Wallet now live for UK users:https://www.apple.com/uk/newsroom/2023/11/new-apple-pay-feature-helps-users-access-account-information-more-conveniently/Spatialify beta for encoding iPhone Spatial Video for Quest 3:https://testflight.apple.com/join/EEFFsOzJBobby Fingers’ Jeff Bezos Rowing Boathttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VGhcSupkNs8

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com

  • In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's multiple trips to Battersea Power Station, the fallout from the M3 iMac video, and more - although there's an unlikely star of the show in this one, too (and probably a future co-host).

    Links

    Nothing Chats:https://nothing.tech/pages/nothing-chatsSunbird:https://www.sunbirdapp.comBeeper (hosted):https://www.beeper.comBeeper (self-hosted):https://github.com/beeper/self-hostBlue Bubbles (self-hosted):https://bluebubbles.appApple allegedly supporting RCS messaging standard next year:https://9to5mac.com/2023/11/16/apple-rcs-coming-to-iphone/NothingOS 2.5 Beta available:https://nothing.community/d/2812-nothing-os-25-open-beta-2-phone-2https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pHWj6XNE5ZMSonos leaked email where CEO mentions move into headphones:https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2023-11-16/sonos-plans-to-cut-jobs-as-it-prepares-push-into-headphones?leadSource=uverify wallSonos bought an audio component miniaturisation expert Mayht last year:https://investors.sonos.com/news-and-events/investor-news/latest-news/2022/Sonos-Announces-Acquisition-of-Mayht-Holding-BV/default.aspxSonos rugged speaker for the outdoors:https://www.sonos.com/en-gb/shop/roamQualcomm’s S7 and S7 Pro headphone chips that allow lossless streaming over Wi-Fi:https://www.qualcomm.com/news/releases/2023/10/qualcomm-s7-and-s7-pro-gen-1-sound-platforms-unleash-next-level-Humane AI Pin:https://hu.ma.neOnePlus Open foldable:https://www.oneplus.com/uk/openDJI Pocket 3:https://www.dji.com/osmo-pocket-3Sony Alpha A9 III:https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/interchangeable-lens-cameras/ilce-9m3Steam Deck OLED:https://www.steamdeck.com/en/Bobo VR M3 Pro upgraded strap for Quest 3:https://www.bobovr.com/products/bobovr-m3-pro

    If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected].

    Eight or Sixteen is a Mark Ellis Media Limited production: https://markellisreviews.com