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Benefit of the Doud Discussing Tech 2023 with Juan Carlos BagnellIn this special episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff are joined by Juan Carlos Bagnell to discuss the year that was and make a few predictions for 2024. As we bid farewell to 2023, we take a look back at the most significant tech news of the year, the year of the foldables, and the rise of handheld gaming consoles. We also look ahead to what's to come in 2024, including Qi 2, a hopefully vast improvement in Windows on ARM.It's Adam's birthday and he celebrates by building a Lego set live on...

2024-01-011h 29

Benefit of the Doud Alexa vs. Google Assistant and Handheld Gaming with the Lenovo Legion Go and ASUS ROG AllyIn this episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff compare the two most popular voice assistants: Amazon’s Alexa and Google Assistant. They discuss the pros and cons of each platform, the features they use the most, and the devices they work with. They also share their personal preferences and experiences with using voice assistants in their daily lives.Get the Lego Bonsai Tree: https://amzn.to/3uMKwaUGet the Kasa Smart Light Bulb: https://amzn.to/41dDoAsGet the Amazon Echo Pop: https://amzn.to/3uMKBeI...

2023-12-0444 min

Benefit of the Doud DTMR: #TechTober and #SnapdragonSummitWelcome to the Benefit of the Doud podcast with your hosts, Adam and Cliff, as they discuss all the hottest tech gadgets and devices that launched in October 2023, including the Pixel 8 Pro, Apple Watch Series 9, Tecno Phantom V Flip, Moto Razr, and OnePlus Open. Adam reviewed most of these devices and he gives overall impressions on them.They'll also be talking about #SnapdragonSummit in Maui, where Adam got a sneak peek at the latest and greatest from Qualcomm, including the Snapdragon X Elite, a new mobile processor with up to 12 Oryon CPU cores, 42MB total cache, 136...

2023-11-0432 min

Benefit of the Doud When in Doud: Apple Event, Apple Watch, iPhone 15 DiscussionAdam and Cliff discuss the Apple event that happened earlier this week and break down what's new in the Apple Watch Series 9, the Apple Watch Ultra 2, the iPhone 15 and the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max.The Apple Watch Series 9 has a new S9 chip with faster performance, improved battery life, more accurate health and fitness tracking, a new always-on display, and a new blood sugar monitoring sensor. It also has a new design with a larger display. Plus there's a new gesture system that looks really neat.The Apple Watch Ultra 2 has a...

2023-09-1637 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Linux all the thingsDouding Thomas Monthly Recap: Linux all the thingsWelcome to Season 5 of the Benefit of the Doud podcast! 🎙️ Adam and Cliff are back with some exciting updates and fresh content that you won't want to miss. In this episode, we'll dive into the latest developments in the podcast, including Cliff's brand-new studio space that's sure to take your listening experience to the next level. But that's not all, folks! We've also revamped our Patreon benefits to provide our amazing supporters with even more exclusive perks and behind-the-scenes access. Whether you're a longtime patron or thi...

2023-09-0435 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas June 2023 - The rise of not-TwitterIn this episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff discuss the upcoming 1-month hiatus the show is taking. They also dive into T2 and Bluesky, two of the most prominent Twitter replacements.T2 is a decentralized social media platform that aims to provide users with more control over their data and privacy. It is built on top of the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) and uses blockchain technology to ensure that users’ data is secure and cannot be censored.Bluesky is another decentralized social media platform that was spun up...

2023-07-071h 03

Benefit of the Doud When in Doud, Ask the experts about Apple Vision Pro with Nick Sutrich of Android CentralWelcome to the Benefit of the Doud podcast, where we bring you the latest technology news, product reviews, and funny commentary every week. I’m your host Adam Doud, and today I’m joined by Nick Sutrich, Senior Content Producer for Smartphones and VR at Android Central. Nick has been covering VR since its inception and he’s here to give us his impressions of Apple’s new AR/VR/Spatial computing headset, the Apple Vision Pro.The Apple Vision Pro is a radical new entry into the VR market, with a sleek design, powerful specs, and a he...

2023-06-1635 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Foldables Galore! (May 2023)In the latest episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, hosts Adam and Cliff talk about the Lenovo Yogabook 9i and the upcoming Motorola Razr and Razr+. They also give a brief look at announcements from WWDC 2023.The Lenovo Yogabook 9i has dual 13.3-inch OLED displays with a resolution of 2.8K, 16:10, DCI-P3 100% panels that can get as bright as 400 nits. It is powered by an Intel Core i7 processor.Adam traveled to New York City for the launch of the Motorola Razr+ and Razr. The Motorola Razr+ is expected to feature a...

2023-06-121h 07

Benefit of the Doud When in Doud, Ask the Expert: Google I/O, Android 14, and Google Bard Featuring Mishaal RahmanWelcome to Benefit of the Doud, the podcast where we explore the latest in technology and bring you fascinating discussions with industry experts. In this premier episode of When in Doud, Ask The Expert, our host Adam sits down with special guest Mishaal Rahman to delve into the exciting world of Android 14, Google I/O, and the newest hardware offerings from Google.Adam and Mishaal discuss the highly anticipated Android 14, exploring its features, improvements, and what it means for the future of the Android ecosystem. They also dive into the recent Google I/O conference, highlighting...

2023-05-2856 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap, April 2023: Watch it all burnWelcome to "Benefit of the Doud," the podcast where we cover a wide range of topics in the world of technology and entertainment. In this episode, our reviewers Adam and Cliff discuss a variety of interesting subjects.First up, Adam talks about his new Wi-Fi-connected washing machine and the benefits of having connected appliances in the home. The duo then moves on to the removal of blue checkmarks from Twitter profiles and the potential impact on verification in social media.Next, Adam and Cliff discuss the recent announcement of Nearby Share coming to...

2023-05-021h 01

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud-ish: Star Trek: Picard, Season 3: Fan service is not futileWelcome to Benefit of the Doud, the podcast where we review and discuss the latest in technology and occasionally, like today, entertainment. In this episode, our reviewers Adam and Cliff dive into season 3 of the hit TV show "Star Trek: Picard."***There are spoilers!!!***Adam and Cliff break down the season and share their thoughts on the fan service that was included, the influence of Terry Matalas, and what they're looking forward to in the future of the "Star Trek" franchise. If you're a fan of the show, or just a fan of...

2023-04-301h 12

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: March 2023In this episode of the Benefit of the Doud Podcast, Adam and Cliff delve into the world of tech reviews and share how they are refining their review process. They also share their thoughts on foldable devices and how their opinions have evolved over time. Join them as they explore the latest trends and innovations in the world of technology and share their insights on what's worth your investment. Tune in to this informative and entertaining episode of the podcast and get ready to explore with Adam and Cliff!Patreon bonus for this e...

2023-04-0251 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring TK Bay!In this episode of Benefit of the Doud, host Adam sits down with TK Bay, creator of the popular YouTube channel TK Bay Tech. They delve into TK's journey as a content creator, discussing how he got his start and the challenges he faced in balancing his day job with his passion for YouTube.But it's not just about the tech world; TK also shares his experiences as a parent in a connected world and how he navigates the balance between screen time and family time. From managing a busy schedule to finding time for creative...

2023-03-211h 11

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: Let's ChatGPT!In this episode, we're excited to have a special guest - ChatGPT, a large language model trained by OpenAI, that has been making waves in the technology and culture space. To help us understand more about this fascinating technology, we're joined by Adam Doud and Cliff Thomas, two of the most insightful voices in the tech world.Together, we explore the origins of ChatGPT, how it has evolved over time, and its growing impact on culture and technology. From its ability to generate text and answer questions to its potential implications for the future of work...

2023-03-0258 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Michael Fisher a.k.a. MrMobileIn this episode of Beyond a Doud, hosts Adam and Cliff sit down with special guest Michael Fisher, a.k.a. MrMobile, to discuss a wide range of tech topics. Michael is a seasoned content creator who has been covering the industry for years. He shares his insights and perspectives on everything, from the new season of Star Trek: Picard to the latest foldable phones like the Oppo Find N2 Flip.The conversation kicks off with Michael sharing his origin story about how he got into tech writing and what keeps him motivated in this field...

2023-02-221h 15

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap - Premature eSIMulationAdam and Cliff are back in 2023 for our first podcast in the new year. This month, Adam had a tough time transferring his phone to a new review device (that he can't talk about yet). As he noted, what used to take 20 seconds this time took over half an hour. We pad out the runtime a bit talking about CES and Samsung's unpacked event coming up at the beginning of February. But that's all Adam's vocal cords could stand so we called it a night. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early accessTwitter...

2023-02-0333 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas December 2022 - Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Garmin Sq2AcastDouding Thomas December 2022 - Apple Watch Series 8 vs. Garmin Sq2This month, Adam and Cliff discuss the holidays and presents received, and New Year's resolutions. Then we get into a discussion about wearables, battery life, and functionality. Where do you trade off battery life for better functionality? It's a hard debate, but we come to a conclusion that Samsung and Google will not like.Also, Adam has a new mic, and it sounds GOOOOOOD!You can get that here: https://geni.us/rode-nt-usb-plusPatreon...

2022-12-3145 min

Benefit of the Doud The Benefit of the Doud Christmas Spectacular!In the spirit of the Holidays, we are going to give back to the podcast and YouTube communities upon which this podcast is built. Cliff and I consume podcasts and youtube relentlessly, so we wanted to share some of the podcasts that keep us entertained with you. Here are the shows we listen to.PodcastsStuff You Should KnowThis American LifeAndroid CentralAll About AndroidAndroid PoliceGeared Up2 Girls 1 PodcastMobile Tech PodcastBill Simmons...

2022-12-2539 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Joe Hindy of Android AuthorityJoe Hindy is the app guy over at Android Authority, and he's been doing it for quite a while. For over a decade, Jow has been writing for the site, having gotten started while he was fresh out of the Army. We talk about his journey at Android Authority, the emergence of TikTok, and his love of anime on this episode of the podcast.Patreon bonus for this episode: Early AccessSpecial thanks to:Joe Hindy - @ThatJoeHindyTwitter - @BenefitofdoudInstagram - @BenefitoftheDoud...

2022-12-151h 10

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas: November 2022: The future is in 3DThis month, Adam And Cliff discuss the goings-on of November 2022 including More Elon Musk shenanigans. This time Elon Musk is picking a fight with Apple over its 30% app store charges. We also dive into some Black Friday/Cyber Monday sales. Finally, Adam's been tinkering around with 3D printing and has collected a few nerdy prints so far that he shows off.3D print resources:https://www.thingiverse.com/https://www.printables.com/Stargate puzzle:Stargate Puzzle by Lockwatcher | Download free STL model | Printables.com...

2022-12-0552 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Joseph Mallozzi, Executive Producer (StarGate, Dark Matter, Utopia Falls)This month, Adam is joined by Joseph Mallozzi, writer and Executive Producer of Sci-Fi TV shows like the Stargate franchise, Dark Matter, and most recently Utopia Falls. We'll talk about how Joe got his start in the industry, his connection to the fans, and of course, there will be some BTS Stargate talk.Patreon bonus for this episode: Early accessSpecial thanks to:Juan Carlos Bagnell - @somegadgetguySomegadgetguy.comTwitter - @BenefitofdoudInstagram - @BenefitoftheDoudYoutube - http://bitly/botdtube

2022-11-1955 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Shruti Shekar of Android CentralShurti Shekar is Android Central's managing editor and She and Adam crossed paths for a few months when she originally joined the site. She comes from a journalism background, first as a political reporter in Ottowa before moving into mobile at Mobile Syrup and Yahoo! Finance. So let's say hi to Shruti Shekar (and learn how to pronounce her name) on the Benefit of the Doud podcast!Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox!Patreon bonus for this episode: Early accessSpecial thanks to:...

2022-10-161h 12

Benefit of the Doud We are back, baby!We are officially back! This is the relaunch of the podcast and Cliff and Adam break down how things are going to be happening going forward. A little less news, more reviews, and less interviews, more YouTube. It's a YouTube world we're living in, and we're adapting, for what it's worth.We also have a preview of a number of devices we'll be reviewing for the channel so be sure to tune in, especially on YouTube to see what we're doing and take a glimpse at Review Cam!Keep an ear out for...

2022-10-0546 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Juan Carlos BagnellThis is the season three finale of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, and we're closing things out with Beyond a Doud with Juan Carlos Bagnell. Juan's creator chat episodes were a sort of inspiration for the Beyond a Doud series. We wax philosophic about being a reviewer, what it actually takes to make a smartphone, and the momentum of content creation. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Special...

2022-06-151h 12

Benefit of the Doud Smartphone wastelandThis week, Cliff and Adam are taking a look at the US phone market and more specifically why it is so terrible. Like, seriously, why are there no phones to buy in the US? Actually, that's not accurate, There are a lot of phones to buy in the US, but they're all made by Samsung and Apple. OnePlus and Moto also make some, but that's about it, and it's a little sad. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus...

2022-05-3043 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Andy Boxall from Digital TrendsThis month, we're talking to Andy Boxall, technology writer and reviewer from Digital Trends who until just recently worked alongside me. We dive into what makes Andy tick, starting with his origin story. Andy just wanted to write and didn't much care what he wrote about. It turns out, writing about technology works out pretty well. Plus Andy is a Lego and Star Wars fan and we did into prequels and sequels and Lego building (featuring the Mandalorian Razor Crest) and office spaces dedicated to Lego. It's a show of unexpected and fun turns. Links...

2022-05-1455 min

Benefit of the Doud Talking Google I/O featuring Daniel Bader of Android Police!This week, Adam talks to Daniel Bader, Editor-in-Chief of Android Police about Google I/O, the annual developer's conference for your friendly neighborhood billion-dollar search giant. There's a lot to cover - search, Pixels, watches, tablets, and more, and we're breaking it all down. Plus we have a spontaneous Tech Yeah item, the Technics EAH-AZ60 which are my default absolute go-to earbuds these days. They're not cheap, but they're pretty great. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon...

2022-05-1458 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap, April 2022 - No holds barred!This month, Adam and Cliff recap the OnePlus 10 Pro podcast review and discuss OnePlus's place in the world of smartphones. Then we talked about Jason Howell and the benefits of live recording. As tribute to that talk, Adam did NOT edit this podcast at all except to add the intro and outro music. That's it. He's throwing caution to the wind. It's liberating and also terrifying. Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines delivered to your inbox! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - http...

2022-05-1056 min

Benefit of the Doud Elon's Twitter: The Saga BeginsThere was basically no other news this week except for Elon Musk buying Twitter for 44 billion dollars and tweeting out a number of changes that he'd like to bring to the platform. So Adam and Co-producer Cliff meet up for a very long conversation about the topic. No cut interviews this week! Plus we have a Tech Yeah item that's actually five items combined into one. It's a packed show! Apple Air Tag: https://geni.us/single-airtag Anker 20W charger and iPhone cable: https://geni.us/anker20w Anker USB-C cable: https://geni.us/anker-usbc A...

2022-05-021h 05

Benefit of the Doud Jason Howell, live to tape! (but also heavily edited)This week, Adam is talking to Jason Howell from the TWiT network. Jason is the host of the All About Android podcast (among others) and there's one key difference between that show and this one - AAA is live. So I wanted to talk to Jason about those differences and how to embrace the faith in the process. This week, Adam is talking to Jason Howell from the TWiT network. Jason is the host of the All About Android podcast (among others) and there's one key difference between that show and this one - AAA is live...

2022-04-1833 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Brad Molen of Nobody, and that's on purpose.This month, we're talking to friend of the show Brad Molen. Brad is a former journalist who turned to PR for a number of companies. Just before he appeared on the show he represented TCL. After the show, he moved to MediaTek so, at the time we spoke, he represented only Brad Molen, which is just how Brad Molen likes it. We dive into his origins as a phone salesman and into freelancing, transitioning into Engadget and ultimately into PR, and examine all the steps along the way. Subscribe to the newsletter and get headlines and shows...

2022-04-151h 04

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: March 2022This month, Cliff and Adam continue the new format of discussing stories throughout the month that needed a bit more love. First, we discuss Ships of the Northern Fleet or #SOTNF, the show that never was. Then we took some time to talk about the OxygenOS and the OnePlus 10 Pro. Would you put your ID into your iPhone? E3 got canceled while we recorded and we talked about it in real-time. Finally, we wrapped it up with Apple sabotaging its own hardware and more! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the...

2022-04-1159 min

Benefit of the Doud Much ado about NothingThis week, Cliff and Adam get together to talk about the company that happens to be named Nothing. Carl Pei took to the stage this week and gave us a hint at things to come. Some of them made sense, others, not so much. So we got together to chat about it. Plus our tech yeah of the week comes from Cliff and it features Nothing's only current product, the Nothing Ear (1) earbuds. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Twitter...

2022-03-2851 min

Benefit of the Doud Lenovo Legion 5i podcast review: Unleashing Lenovo's Legions!Adam's voice is trash this week, so there's a shortened news segment. For our top story, Cliff and Adam discuss the Lenovo Legion 5i gaming laptop. This is a real powerhouse of a laptop, but it's not perfect. There are a few peccadillos here and there, but overall this is pretty great. No tech yeah this week either, but hopefully the pipe will be back up and running soon. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access, Live viewing Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @B...

2022-03-2043 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Domenico Lamberti from Mobile Tech TalkThis month, we're talking to Domenico Lamberti, a friend and fellow tech reviewer who's been around the block a few times. He's also majorly into 3D printing which is where most our conversation takes place. Dom has been in the 3D printing game for years and is something of an authority on the subject. From different types of filaments to building your own 3D printer, this is the guy to talk to. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Special thanks to: Twitter...

2022-03-161h 02

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap February 2022This week, Adam and Cliff experiment with a new format. Instead of focusing on top stories of the month, many of which Cliff already participated, we spend the first half of the show focusing on two news stories from the month that needed more love. The first is a fake company in London with dozens of employees around the world. The second is a new design in the world of VR. Then we checked in with Russell Holly on what he looks for in a potential employee and finally, we check in on OnePlus and how its image has...

2022-03-1458 min

Benefit of the Doud Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra podcast review featuring Nick Sutrich from Android CentralNick Sutrich sits down with Adam and Clif to talk all about the Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra. This Galaxy Note successor. Adam, Cliff, and Nick all have the phone and get together to compare notes. Plus we have an impromptu Tech Yeah item with the Galapple phone case which brings MagSafe compatibility to the Ultra, which is also pretty awesome. You can pick one up here. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access, Full interview, Live viewing Special thanks to:Nick Sutrich - @G...

2022-03-1450 min

Benefit of the Doud Mobile World Congress from afarCliff and Adam discuss their favorite headlines coming out of MWC. The Lenovo Thinkpad goes mobile, insane 240W charging is coming, OxygenOS is sticking around, Mediatek has some new hardware, Poco's got some awesome hardware coming, and TCL is showing off some neat foldables…again…still…whatever. Plus we have a kinda-sorta tech yeah in the form of the Satechi USB-C Hybrid Multiport Adapter and Western Digital 500GB WD Blue 3D NAND Internal PC SSD. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - http://bitly/botdtube Twitch...

2022-03-0759 min

Benefit of the Doud Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5 review: Bigger, but better?This week, Cliff and Adam look at the Lenovo Chromebook Duet 5. This is the second generation of Lenovo's convertible Chromebook. They loved the first generation which provided a great experience for a great price point. This time, the cost is higher, but there are some notable improvements as well. Adam's been using it for a few months now, and he's ready to share some thoughts. Plus, we have a tech yeah item that is showing up in bedrooms around the world. Govee strip lights provide a lot of utility and value for a set of strip lights t...

2022-02-2843 min

Benefit of the Doud You wanna do what I do?Russell Holly is the Managing Editor at CNET. Before that, he was a manager at Future and he interviewed Adam to freelance there. So with all this experience managing people, Adam wanted to ask him what he looks for in a candidate. The answer may surprise you. Plus, Cliff and Adam talk about a connected tablet, the TCL Tab Pro 5G. This is a budget-friendly 5G tablet that's currently exclusive to Verizon. Cliff gives us his overall impressions of the tablet and whether or not he recommends it. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud...

2022-02-2140 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Chris Davies from SlashgearThis month, we sit down with Chris Davies, Executive Editor at Slashgear. Chris started his career at Slashgear and has grown in the industry ever since. During our hour we cover a broad range of subjects from electric trucks that can power your house, to Samsung's latest flagships, to cookie bills (it's a long story). Special thanks to:Chris Davies, Executive EditorSlashgear Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - http://bitly/botdtube Twitch - twitch.tv/benefitofthedoud TikTok - @BenefitoftheDoud Benefit of the Doud is written and hosted by:Adam Doud - @DeadTechology

2022-02-151h 06

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas January 2022After a shortened January and the introduction of Season 3, Cliff and Adam look back on the half-month that was. We started with CES coverage, and tied in our January edition of Beyond a Doud featuring Nirave Gondhia and moved on into the first of a pair of shows based on Adam's vacations. It's a look at NASA's Kennedy Space Center and museum. Sandwich in between there, we talked about Microsoft's huge acquisition of Activision Blizzard. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access and live viewing Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Youtube - http://bitly...

2022-02-1343 min

Benefit of the Doud Service - human = appsFor a long time, but especially since the pandemic, our experience partaking in products and services has been taken over by apps and software. From Amazon shopping to skipping the check-in desk at Disney, apps are pushing humans out of the center of the service industry. We're not sure if we're better off for it. So Cliff and Adam are exploring the issue in a very TekBeardian like experience. Plus we have the Anker Magnetic Desktop Charging Station as our Tech Yeah item of the week. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com ...

2022-02-0743 min

Benefit of the Doud NASA Kennedy Space Center review - Is NASA's spaceport/museum worth it?This week Cliff and Adam take a look at NASA's Kennedy Space Center. This is the place where NASA, SpaceX, and more launch rockets into space. It's also a museum dedicated to the space program, its development, how the space vehicles were built, the astronauts and engineers involved, and more. Adam spent a day there during his vacation and came away quite impressed, but is it worth the cost of admission? Plus Vyyyper is back to talk about what kind of gear you need to get started in this industry. His answer may surprise you. ...

2022-01-3148 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Nirave Gondia of Busy Pixel MediaThis month for Beyond a Doud, we're talking to Nirave Gondia, CCO of Busy Pixel Media, the parent company of Pocketnow, xdadevelopers, and more. Nirave has his fingers in all those pies and he still writes and reviews devices as well. He's a one-man powerhouse in the tech space. Nirave was one of the few who attended CES 2022, so we wanted to talk to him about it, and what the show was like with so few people. CES normally has around 250,000 people, and this year it was closer to 40,000. That's still a lot, but it was a...

2022-01-241h 05

Benefit of the Doud CES highlights!Cliff and Adam get together to talk about the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas that went on but was a lot smaller than usual. But it was still a really great show, with some really neat products. Cliff and Adam talk about their favorites listed below. We had the E-ink BMW, Sony's new concept car, the OnePlus 10 Pro, the Dell XPS 13 Plus, the Samsung Ark monitor, and a Black and Decker electronic drink maker. Plus we have a tech yeah from Dell that has caused no end of hilarity on this podcast. Dell UltraSharp H...

2022-01-1754 min

Benefit of the Doud Adam on the How Tech Podcast!While the podcast is on hiatus, I took the opportunity to appear along with Enrique Villacrez on the How Tech Podcast, and we had a great time! We talk about the year that was, what's coming up, CES, but then to cap it all off, Ricky found some simply amazing news stories from the year and we all know that's on-brand for me, so we had a blast discussing these stories. This is a short trailer for my appearance on the show. Be sure to check out the whole episode at https://www.howtechpodcast.com/1840575/9808689-009-net-licks-and-chill-recap-of-funniest-tech-headlines-of-2021...

2022-01-0304 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Enrique Villacrez of GSMArenaThis month we're talking to Enrique Villacrez, or as I know him, RickyVtech. He's been writing for GSMarena for over five years and pretty much started there right out of college. We dive into his origin story. Plus, we talk about CES 2022, our shared appreciation for roller coasters, and bringing Android games to the PC. It's a great way to close out the year! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Special thanks to:Enrique Villacrez - @RickyvtechNews editor, GSMArena Get the show sent straight to your inbox! Subscribe to the show! Support...

2021-12-1855 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud, featuring Jason Howell of the TWiT network!This month, we're talking to Jason Howell, one of the OG podcasters out there. Jason pilots the USS All About Android and is very active all over the TWiT network. He's been there for eleven years, and he's been a music maker and producer for even longer. Jason and I talk about music, facial hair, the Pixel 6, and more. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Special thanks to:Jason Howell - @JasonHowell Host, All About Android Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read more! Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram...

2021-11-1644 min

Benefit of the Doud iPhone 13 Pro Podcast Review: A modest upgradeThis week, Clifton M. Thomas and I get together to chat about the iPhone 13 Pro. Overall, it’s a minor upgrade over the previous generation, the iPhone 12 Pro. The screen size is the same, the notch is a bit smaller, and everything is just a bit better. Is it enough to justify an upgrade? Possibly, but only if you can sell your iPhone 12 Pro for an amazing price, which I did. Plus for Tech Yeah, we’re looking at a charitable cause supported by one of Adam’s favorite Youtubers, Mark Rober. Welcome to #TeamSeas! Links t...

2021-11-0857 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud featuring Des Smith from T-Mobile, Unboxing daredevil!This month, we're talking to Des Smith, Director of Creative Content for Devices and Products at T-Mobile, but you might know him as the "Unboxing Guy" at T-Mobile. Des's unboxing adventures have taken him onto 60MPH zip lines, swimming with sharks, and even a trip to the "moon". But before he was risking life and limb for T-Mobile, he was a system engineer and product manager for the company. He's basically done everything from the beginning of one of the largest carriers in the world, and now he's here to talk to us. Visit benefitofthedoud.com for...

2021-10-161h 01

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud: Allison GoldbergFor this month's Beyond a Doud, we're talking to Alli Goldberg who indirectly influenced the creation of this podcast. A while back, she had a web series called the Best Weekly Tech Show Ever...sound familiar? Alli brought humor to technology in a fun way, and inspired me to do the same. These days, you can find Alli in the stand-up circuit in Los Angeles, and hosting her tech podcast, 2 Girls 1 Podcast that explores the depths of internet culture. Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Special thanks to:Allison Goldberg - @alli_goldi Alli G...

2021-09-1545 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud with Cameron Summerson, EIC of ReviewGeek.comThis month, I sat down with Cameron Summerson, the Editor in Chief of Reviewgeek and one of the few editors who has fired me. No hard feelings tho. Cameron is a cyclist and musician, but mostly he's a smartwatch fanatic, so that takes up a lot of the conversation. We also chat about Samsung Unpacked and the fate of the Galaxy Note. Discussed in the show: Ice to Hardwood: United Center Photo Timelapse - YouTube Android Has a Big Messaging Problem, and It Broke My Texts for a Week [Updated] – Review Geek Wyze Watch Review: Which One...

2021-08-1559 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: July 2021, COVID and Cicada editionThis month, join Covid-19 positive Adam and Covid negative Cliff as we run down the past month, accompanied by cicadas! This month, we looked at the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano. After that, Cliff and I chatted about the TCL 20 SE and S. Then we sat down with Hank Adams from Rise Gardens to talk about sports and hydroponic gardens. Finally, we finished the month off with a look at the CAT S62 rugged smartphone. Tech yeah - Aukey battery pack Affiliate Disclosure: If you buy from this link, we may get a small commission as a...

2021-08-101h 01

Benefit of the Doud Don thy Helm with Eric Johnson, CEO of HELM audioThis week on the podcast is a very HELM-centric episode. HELM audio is an audio innovation company dedicated to removing barriers between you and your audio. Adam sits down with Eric Johnson, CEO of HELM Audio to talk about bringing earbuds to the masses, and specifically to first responders with a 50% discount. To pair with the interview, Adam reviews HELM audio's TW5 true wireless earbuds in a mini-review. These earbuds have two amazing qualities that you need to hear about. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode:

2021-08-0241 min

Benefit of the Doud Cat S62 Rugged Smartphone Podcast Review: Getting down and dirty.This week, we're taking a look at the CAT S62 rugged smartphone. This is a phone that's just as tough as the trucks and forklifts that bear the CAT name. This phone can put up with dust, water, soap, chemicals and more. Simply put, it's a tough phone and I put it through its paces, mostly so I could see what was new in the rugged phone industry. Long story short, rugged phones are getting pretty decent. That's amazing news for those who work in hazardous environments. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com

2021-07-2631 min

Benefit of the Doud Rise up with Rise Gardens featuring CEO Hank AdamsRise Gardens is an indoor connected hydroponic garden. It allows you to grow your own fruits and veggies inside even during the hottest summer or the harshest winter. Adam sits down with Hank Adams, CEO of Rise to talk about using the garden and what problems it solves. Plus, as a bonus, Hank used to be CEO of the company that drew the "magic yellow line" across the line of scrimmage in football, introducing AR to the mainstream. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Full Interview

2021-07-1955 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud - Gary Explains Gary SimsThis month, we sit down with Gary Sims who runs the channel Gary Explains on YouTube. Gary takes super complicated and technical devices, terminology, and processes and breaks them down into understandable concepts for the layperson, and Adam is very much a layman. So let's talk about mining cryptocurrency with solar power, and dive into the world of CPUs and benchmarks, and talk about the Raspberry Pi and where that company is going. All this and more with Gary Sims. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode...

2021-07-161h 04

Benefit of the Doud TCL 20S and 20SE: Budget badasses?TCL introduced a trio of smartphones two weeks ago. Cliff and Adam have gone hands-on with the TCL 20S and the TCL 20SE and they're ready to share some thoughts. Are they top contenders in the budget smartphone space? Should you put your hard-earned dollars toward them? They answer those questions and more. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access Special thanks to: TCL for providing review units Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read more! ...

2021-07-1258 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas monthly recap: June 2021Cliff and Adam meet up to chat about the month that was. First up, we talked a lot about Adam's new Lego Space Shuttle set. Didn't plan to, but we did. Then we got into the OnePlus 9 Pro review. OnePlus has come a long way since its origins and it has largely fixed a lot of its camera issues. Then we chatted about the concept and execution of being a reviewer versus being an influencer. There is a very important difference between the two of those. Then, to round things off, we talked about WWDC and Microsoft's Windows 11 event...

2021-07-101h 06

Benefit of the Doud Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano Review: Featherweight ChampionThis week, Adam has his full review of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Nano. It's a featherweight laptop that weighs under two pounds. But it's tiny and powerful and fun to use. Adam digs into it and talks about what it's like to use a laptop that you can't feel in your bag. Plus we have a reliable Tech Yeah item from Hoo Too #DongleLife Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Tech Yeah: Hoo Too USB-C Hub Disclaimer: This is an Amazon Influencer link, which means that if you click on one...

2021-07-0535 min

Benefit of the Doud Microsoft Windows 11 turns it up to...11Microsoft unveiled Windows 11 this week and it's the first time Adam has been excited about a Microsoft event. Microsoft really brought the sexy to Windows 11, including a new layout, new features, and Android apps, whaaaat? It was a jam-packed show, and Adam gives you his take. Also, Adam takes a look at the Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro in a tech yeah/mini-review segment. Tech Yeah: Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro Affiliate Disclosure: If you buy from this link, I may see a small commission at no cost to you. Links to News of the we...

2021-06-2834 min

Benefit of the Doud Influencer or Reviewer? Sleep Tracker or Sleep Hacker?This week, we have two mini-top stories. First, we pull back the curtain and show you a bit of Adam's process as a reviewer. How does he get things to review? Does he have to pay for them? This and more are answered on our look behind the scenes. Then, Adam talked to Dr. Don Vaughn, a neuroscientist who works for Invisibly about sleep and sleep tracking, and why you should sleep a whole lot more than you probably do. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode...

2021-06-2141 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud - Talking Journalism with Jules WangThis month, Cliff and Adam sit down with Jules Wang to chat about the past, his career, and some real talk about journalism in the blog era. Jules came up in radio with a background in journalism so he has some good insight on where the craft is today and what needs to change. Plus we talk about how much a loaf of Brad costs - it's more than you think! Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Special thanks to:Jules Wang - www.jules.wangNews writer, Android Police Subscribe to the...

2021-06-1954 min

Benefit of the Doud What up WWDC?This week, we take a look at my notes from WWDC. Apple’s developer conference is always the showcase for what’s to come to Apple’s ecosystem. Things like FaceTime for Android and Windows. Things like universal control to use a common mouse and keyboard on your Mac and iPad. Things like Share Play and just how the hell does that work? We’ve got plenty to talk about and that’s what we’re going to do! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early Access

2021-06-1432 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: May 2021, Google I/O and David Ruddock of Android PoliceThis month, nothing happened. Except for Google I/O, so we brought David Ruddock on to chat about that, and a few other stories that hit the wires during the month. We chat about the keynote and Google's dominance in the automotive space, and Google's desperation in the wear space. Google and Samsung are getting into bed with each other hardcore, and they're taking us for the ride, and this is getting a little personal. We also talk about the Starlink reviews that came out in May and Samsung's Upcycling program. Patreon bonus for this e...

2021-06-111h 09

Benefit of the Doud OnePlus 9 Pro review: Shaking off the pastThis week, we have our OnePlus 9 Pro review, thanks very much to the fine folks at Android Central. OnePlus has a history of great hardware with not-so-great cameras. Now, OnePlus has partnered with Hasselblad to try and rectify its camera woes. Is it enough? You'll find out in our full review of the OnePlus 9 Pro. Links to news of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: Early access Special thanks to: Android Central for the review phone. Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read...

2021-06-0733 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud - El Jefe Reviews!This month for Beyond a Doud, we have Jeff Mendez of El Jefe Reviews! El Jefe, the sunglass-wearing sound reviewer is one of my favorite creators on the YouTubes. I met him through friend-of-the-show Juan Carlos Bagnell. Jeff got started years ago reviewing whatever he could until he pivoted to audio. Headphones are such personal items, and El Jefe loves to talk about them. So he's talking to us. Patreon bonus for this episode: Live viewing and early access Special thanks to:Jeff Mendez - @eljefereviews El Jefe Reviews YouTube Subscribe t...

2021-05-2051 min

Benefit of the Doud Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 Review: The $2000 questionThis week we have our long-awaited Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 review. Samsung's folder is an amazing piece of technology that allows a tablet to fold up and slide into your pocket. It's transformative, but is it worth the premium price tag? That's the big question. And we answer it! Plus, Cliff takes a look at the Wyze smartwatch, a $20 smartwatch that punches above its weight class. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Special thanks to: Cliff Thomas for his Wyze watch review Subscribe to the show! Support...

2021-05-0345 min

Benefit of the Doud Dueling LenovosThis week, Cliff and Adam have their reviewer hats on for a pair of Lenovo laptops. Cliff has the Lenovo L13 Yoga, and Adam has the Thinkbook 14 Gen 2 with AMD Ryzen 5. The laptops are very similar to each other, with the obvious exception of the processor. The two laptops are different from each other in other ways too. The Yoga has a built-in stylus which artist Cliff is able to utilize quite well. Meanwhile, the Thinkbook has a surprising amount of horsepower, perfect for a podcaster. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com

2021-04-2653 min

Benefit of the Doud Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs. iPhone 12 Pro camera showdownThis week is the much-anticipated camera showdown of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the iPhone 12 Pro. It's a close race; it's neck and neck, except for one major thing that sets one clearly above the other. What is that and how good is it? Tune in to find out. Also, We have an announcement about the show that you're not going to want to miss, so be sure to tune in and get all the details! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the show! Support the...

2021-04-1928 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud: Building with BenderTubeOG a.k.a Mike HahnFor this edition of Beyond a Doud, we have Mike Hahn, a.k.a. BenderTubeOG joining Adam while they build a lego set together. This is a heavily edited version of the conversation. The full version is available on YouTube, linked below. Adam interviews Mike about his channel, his tech influences, and how he got started in this space. This is part 1 of 2, with the second part coming on Mike's channel. Hope you'll give it a look and the lego set is linked below! See it on YouTube - https://youtu.be/z-XBemRDTak Minion Lego...

2021-04-151h 22

Benefit of the Doud So LonG, and thanks for all the fish.This week, Juan Carlos Bagnell joins us to give LG a proper sendoff from the mobile business. Juan is a genuine fan of LG and will miss them when they're gone. We get together to talk about what LG has meant to us both personally and professionally, and what comes next. Misery loves company, so join us in this last send-off! Tech Yeah: Durabook U11 Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: ~20 min of bonus audio Special thanks to: ...

2021-04-1246 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: March 2021This month we talked to Sascha Segan about the 5G spectrum auction and what it means. We also talked about how Verizon is screwing over its customers with that new spectrum it just bought. We talked a bit about Zagg and the Galaxy Watch 3, before we transitioned over into Beermkr - the connected homebrew machine. Finally, we discussed a number of phones that came out at the end of the month and had a tech yeah from Cliff on his new LG oven. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus...

2021-04-1157 min

Benefit of the Doud Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold Review: Fantastically Fun and FlawedThis week, I've got my full review of the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Fold. This is the most fun laptop I have ever used. It's so versatile and so unique I can't help but gush. But it's also a bit flawed. Some of it was unavoidable, but some mistakes were entirely avoidable. I'm digging deep on this review to find all the ways this laptop is awesome, and some ways version 2.0 can be better. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Tech Yeah!Poetic Revolution case Poetic Guardian Case Affiliate disclosure. I...

2021-04-0536 min

Benefit of the Doud Tech-tober in MarchThis week saw the release of over a half dozen phones from manufacturers across the board. Xiaomi, Poco, RealMe, Vivo, Moto, and OnePlus all launched phones ranging from budget to top tier flagships, and we take a moment to look at all of them. It's a vacation-shortened episode, so we hope you'll come along! Tech Yeah: iLive Tailgate Speaker If you purchase products from this link ,we may get a small commission at no extra cost to you. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the show! Support t...

2021-03-2929 min

Benefit of the Doud Smarter Homebrewing with Aaron Walls of BEERMKRBEERMKR is a connected homebrew kit that allows just about anyone to become a homebrew expert. Homebrewing is a hobby that can have a high barrier of entry. BEERMKR makes it much more simple, and adaptable to any recipe you want to try. Aaron Walls is one of the founders of BEERMKR and comes on to tell us all about it. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: early access to the interview and the episode Special thanks to:Aaron WallsCEO, BEERMKR Subscribe...

2021-03-2143 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud: Enobong Etteh and Call of Duty Mobile!Thunder E is the owner and operator of Booredatwork.com and he's been my boss for 4 years ;). His site is fun especially if you're into gaming. Booredatwork has recently pivoted over to gaming content which is awesome for the channel, and to celebrate that, we're going to chat about him, and while we do that, we're going to play some Call of Duty Mobile! Come along and join us! Patreon bonus for this episode: Live viewing and early access Special thanks to:Enobong Etteh - @Booredatwork booredatwork.com Subscribe to the show! Support...

2021-03-151h 10

Benefit of the Doud Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 podcast review: Raising my blood pressureThis week, We're taking a look at three devices I use on a daily basis. These mini-reviews are for two iPad keyboards by Zagg that have officially eclipsed my love for the Brydge Keyboard. These keyboards are both pretty great. Then, we're taking a look at the Samsung Galaxy Watch 3, our latest Samsung acquisition. Is this phone worth three Benjamins? We have our final verdict. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Reviewed:Zagg Messenger Folio 2 Zagg ProKeys Samsung Galaxy Watch 3 Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read more!

2021-03-1438 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap: February 2021Cliff and Adam meet up to chat about the month that was. First, we had a talk with Chris Davies from Slashgear about Electric Cars. Then we take a deeper dive into the Sony Xperia 5ii and the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. We dive into Refraction AI and robotic last-mile delivery. Plus as a bonus, we launched our new Beyond a Doud series, Cliff talks a while about the Ricoh 360 camera technology he gets to play with, and we even have a bonafide, spontaneous Tech Yeah segment! You can check out the ASUS Zephyrus on Amazon and i...

2021-03-101h 01

Benefit of the Doud Even more 5Gs featuring Sascha Segan of PCMag.comVerizon, AT&T, and others just paid 88 billion with a b dollars to the federal government so they can bring you even more 5Gs. This seemed like it was kinda a big deal, so we brought in Sascha Segan of PCMag.com to talk about it. Sascha is the Lead Mobile Analyst at the company, and he has a particular interest in the nitty-gritty 5G details. It's a fascinating conversation, and I learned a lot. You can too! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Tech Yeah! - Go Cube on Amazon...

2021-03-0848 min

Benefit of the Doud Revving things up with Refraction AIThis week, we sit down with Luke Schneider, CEO of Refraction AI, a robotics company out of Ann Arbor, Michigan who brings a unique take to the last-mile delivery of goods. REV-1 is their autonomous robot delivery bot that brings food from restaurants and grocery stores through rain, snow, sleet, and hail to your home. It's a fascinating talk with a neat company. We also look at the Skunk Works' latest project dubbed "Speedracer" and the book "Skunk Works" by the former director of the division, Ben Rich. Links to News of the week available a...

2021-03-0141 min

Benefit of the Doud Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Review: Earning UltraThis week, I take a look at the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. This is Samsung's super-phone, the best of everything, but does it earn that title? There's a lot to look at on this phone. Plus we take a look at NASA's big day, landing Perseverance on the surface of Mars. It's been a really good week. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Buy the S21 ultra here: https://geni.us/Galaxy-S21-ultra This is an affiliate link and at no cost to you, I may get a commission. Pa...

2021-02-2238 min

Benefit of the Doud Beyond a Doud - Talking to Jaime RiveraFor the first edition of Beyond a Doud, I'm chatting with Jaime Rivera, COO of Pocketnow. Jaime and I go way back. Pocketnow was my first gig in the industry. We talk about Scotch and knowing your limits. We get into Jaime's roots, growing up in Honduras, working for UPS with a $13 million monthly budget. Then we move into the Apple Macbook Air, and just how damn good that M1 processor is. Spoiler alert: It's really good. Then we get into the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the insane camera setup in that bad boy. All that and more on...

2021-02-1659 min

Benefit of the Doud Sony Xperia 5 II review: Sony's Love Letter to PhotographersIt's time for our Sony Xperia 5 II podcast review and Sony's latest flagship non-pro phone packs a lot of punch for the modern photographer. Sony also put an emphasis on gaming for this phone, adding a bigger battery and 120hz refresh rate. So how does it stack up? That's what we're here to find out. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Special thanks to: Sony for the review loaner.Sony was given no editorial oversight on this review. These are my words. Subscribe to the show! Support th...

2021-02-1533 min

2021-02-101h 01

Benefit of the Doud The State of Electric Vehicles featuring Chris Davies of Slashgear!This week, we have Chris Davies, the Executive Editor at Slashgear to talk about the state of Electric Vehicles in 2020. Yes, we know it's 2021. We dive into Telsa and its place in the market in light of competitors who are quickly gaining ground. We also look at the electric vehicle's place in helping (or hurting) the environment. We dig into what a potential EV customer should know about buying a car before even going to the dealership. Plus, we have a tech yeah segment for a set of earbuds from TCL, the TCL MOVEAUDIO S150s! Links...

2021-02-0848 min

Benefit of the Doud Zooming in on the Samsung Galaxy S21 Family with Hayato Huseman of Android CentralThis week, we get a quick preview of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra. Our review is coming in a few weeks, but Hayato Huseman has finished his review for Android Central, and he's here to tell us all about it! How great is the Ultra? How black is that black that Samsung was so proud of? You'll get all those answers and more here on the Benefit of the Doud podcast! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: ~12 minutes of additional audio Special thanks to...

2021-02-0146 min

Benefit of the Doud iPhone 12 Pro Podcast Review - ish. The Best of Everything including Jon RettingerJon Rettinger of YouTube and podcast fame joins us to talk about the iPhone 12 Pro. Adam's still too much of an iOS n00b to do it proper, so Jon steps in to lead the review wagon train. We delve into the revamped hardware, software tricks, and even battery and performance evaluations. Plus, find out why Adam bought the wrong iPhone. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Tech Yeah! - Pandora Portable Power Patreon bonus for this episode: ~10 minutes of additional audio Special thanks to: J...

2020-12-2140 min

Benefit of the Doud LG Wing Podcast review: A Wing and an Answered PrayerThis week we have a weird show for you. First, Adam and his 10-year old daughter sat down and interviewed the jolly old soul, Santa Claus. Find out how you can schedule an appointment with old St. Nick at santaclauscalls.com. Plus, it's our highly anticipated LG Wing 5G full review. How does this rotating wonder fare in the world of smartphones? Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.comhttp://www.benefitofthedoud.com This podcast episode is sponsored by Podcorn. Podcorn is a meeting place for podcasters and sponsors to meet and help e...

2020-12-1440 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap November 2020 with special guest BenderTubeOG!This month, Mike Hahn, a.k.a. BenderTubeOG joins Adam and Cliff to talk about Apple, the iPhone, and the M1 chip. Mike recently reviewed the TCL 10 Pro, and Adam recently looked at the TCL 10 5G UW. It's just a TCL love fest! We also talk about Cryptocurrency and digital ownership, referencing Adam's talk with Adam B. Levine of Coindesk. Finally we chat about the Apple M1 chip, and Adam's quest to buy a new laptop. Special Thanks toMike Hahn - @BenderTubeOGBenderTube on YouTube Douding Thomas is hosted by:Adam Doud - @DeadTechnologyClifton M. Thomas...

2020-12-091h 02

Benefit of the Doud The TCL Tab Review and the Apple M1's Nasty SurpriseThis week on the podcast, we only have three days of news which is somehow just as long as a normal news segment. Plus, we take a look at the TCL Tab from Verizon and how it compares to a couple of other tablets I've already reviewed. Finally, we take a trip through the mind of Adam as we examine the thought process behind how I bought a new laptop for my work. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Special thanks to:TCL for the TCL Tab review unit.TCL was n...

2020-11-2934 min

Benefit of the Doud Decrypting Cryptocurrency With Adam B. Levine of CoindeskI don't know a darn thing about crypto currency. Fortunately, I have a friend who does. His name is Adam B. Levine and he's been podcasting about cryptocurrency for a long time. He runs the CoinDesk podcast network and podcasts on his own crypto show as well. Bottom line, he knows his stuff. Plus we take a look at Apple's new M1 chip and the reviews that dropped this week. It's a screamer folks! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Patreon bonus for this episode: ~15 minutes of bonus audio with Adam...

2020-11-2358 min

Benefit of the Doud TCL 10 5G UW Podcast Review: Red BeautyThis week, Adam looks at the TCL 10 5G UW, which is exclusive to Verizon. TCL's latest beauty can access the mmWave Verizon network and it comes with an insanely low price tag of just $399. This is a mid range phone packed in a gorgeous package, and we'll give you all the details. Plus, Adam takes a look at the Zhiyun Smooth X smartphone gimbal. It's a review two-fer! Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Special thanks to TCL for providing the review unit. As always, TCL received no editorial o...

2020-11-1637 min

Benefit of the Doud Everything Has ChangedTwo phones change everything for Adam. The LG Wing and the iPhone 12 Pro both defy expectations and smartphone workflow. For better or for worse? Adam has some thoughts on that. Plus we sit down with a company called IMINT to talk about Electronic Image Stabilization and how they make smartphone videos better. Links to News of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read more! Twitter - @Benefitofdoud Instagram - @BenefitoftheDoud Benefit of the Doud is written and hosted by:Adam Doud - @DeadTechology Co-pr...

2020-11-0939 min

Benefit of the Doud Douding Thomas Monthly Recap - September 2020This month Adam and Cliff take a look at VR, along with a deep look at the Oculus Quest 2. Then we rehash the Pixel 4a review and Adam still doesn't know why he loves this phone. We go a little deeper on the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2, and finally we wrap things up with a look at graphene-enhanced battery tech. It's a fun listen, so be sure to check it out. Douding Thomas is hosted by Adam Doud - @DeadTechnology Clifton M. Thomas - @cliftonmthomas Subscribe to the show! Support the show! Read mo...

2020-10-0746 min

Benefit of the Doud It's a Tablet-Palooza!In this shortened vacation week of the Benefit of the Doud podcast, we have two segments and we're talking all about tablets. First up, we have a comparison of the Lenovo Duet versus the iPad (7th generation). It's a very close competition between the two with each surpassing the other in different categories. Who is the overall winner? Next, we have out full review of the Amazon Kindle Fire HD 8 Plus and the big question is, who is this tablet for? We have an answer for you! No news this week, but full text reviews and links t...

2020-07-0628 min

Benefit of the Doud The TCL 10 Pro Review: The little extrasJoin us as we review to TCL 10 Pro and TCL 10L. Clifton M. Thomas tackles TCL's first self-branded budget phone, while Adam handles the midrange offering. What do TCL's first smartphones bring to the table? It's all about those little extras. There are a lot of them! Hear about it now on the podcast, or read about them at Benefitofthedoud.com. Links to news of the week available at benefitofthedoud.com Special thanks to: TCL for providing review units. TCL was not given any editorial oversight in our reviews. Subscribe to...

2020-05-2543 min

Benefit of the Doud The State of Android in 2020 featuring Jason Howell and Flo Ion of All About AndroidThis week was supposed to be the week of Google I/O and while we're sure there will be announcements surrounding the Android community, there is no official event. At all. The hell? Well that's ok, because we sat down with Jason Howell and Flo Ion from All About Android to talk about the State of Android in 2020. Where did it come from, where is it now, and where is it going? All that and more on the Benefit of the Doud podcast! Links to news of the week can be found in the show notes on b...

2020-05-1145 min

Benefit of the Doud Know When to Fold Them: The Ultra Premiere Episode with TheMrMobileIt's a double-feature for my debut episode of the podcast. First, we take a look at the Samsung Gaalxy S20 Ultra in the review roundup. What are the reviewers saying about Samsung's latest beast? Plus, we sit down with Michael Fisher, a.k.a. The Mr. Mobile stops by to discuss foldables, how we got here, and their future. Are they the next big thing? Are they a flash in the pan? Find out in the first ever episode of the Benefit of the Doud podcast! Check out benefitofthedoud.com for links to all news stories and...

2020-03-2543 min