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SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We welcome Scott Hanselman to the Show Robb is going to miss the first half of the show We continue our discussion about NFC Chris talks about a listener video that was sent in to support his point Scott weighs in on NFC and if it will ever take off Rod reinforces his opinions from last weeks show Apple breaks records with iPhone 5 sales Rod wants to know it missing the estimates are a big deal Chris gives apple props fordoing it again Scott is wondering how accurate the estimates are Scott Drops Off and Robb joins the show Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Rod Simmons TWIT Play | TWIT Live (SimpleMobileReview) Amazon Kindle Fire (7 inch tablet)Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview) Swordigo (iOS kids Game) Scott Hanselman (Hanselman)

This week in episode #135 of the SMRPodcast, we are joined, once again, by Allison Sheridan of the NosillaCast podcast to get her thoughts on the iPhone 5. Allison was one of the 2 million people to order the iPhone 5 in within the first 24 hours that it was available, but, won't get her device until October 5th. Needless to say we talk a lot of iPhone 5 in the first hour of the show, including the Jimmy Kimmel video where he gets people on the street reactions to the the iPhone 5 will showing them an iPhone 4S. We also talk NFC, and if it will ever take of for mobile payments. Rod and Chris get into a heated debate on my hypothetical question of if NFC would catch on if the DMV could pair your NFC chip to your drivers license allowing you to use your form as a form of Identification. We've got all this, plus our picks, in episode #135 of the SMRPodcast... Have a listen Recorded: September 18th, 2012 Published: September 19th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 11min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigChrisAshley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Allison Sheridan @podfeet SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We welcome Allison Sheridan to the show We talk about the iPhone 5 Rod does not like the fact that the Verizon device cannot do voice and data. Allison likes what she has seen but needs to use the device. Robb feels if you can afford it buy a iPhone every year Chris wants to know how Allison feels about the term “underwhelming” when talking about the announcement Yahoo buying employees new smartphones BlackBerry not included Allison wants to know where Robb is at with this news Robb says that it is their own fault for not having a device Chris mentions that Nokia is offering free wireless chargers for Yahoo employees that choose a Nokia 920 HTC announcing new Windows Phone 8 devices Allison is wondering who else is producing Windows Phone 8 Devices Chris mentions that HTC is announcing new devices tomorrow Robb wants to know if this release will finally put Windows Pone on the map We get into a huge discussion over NFC Robb feels that NFC will not take off Rod says that NFC does not solve any issues Chris feels that it does not have to solve problems to take off Picks of the Week Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Apex Launcher (Home Screen Launcher) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Borderlands 2 (Xbox Game)Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #134 of the SMRpodcast, The Human Dishwasher, is posted and ready for download. This week we start the conversation off with a reflection back on the events of September, 11th and a reminder of where we were and what we were doing at that time. The show starts out with a message from our friend Allison Sheridan from the NosillaCast Podcast who gives us some insight on how she uses Facetime. We have a casual conversation this week and the show Biggest news of the week is probably the Apple press announcement. American Airlines iPad news stirs up some emotions while we take our guesses at Apple iPhone 5 announcement. Finally, we have a discussion about Nokia’s Pureview mishap and give our opinions about their margin of error. Through in some funny moments from our childhood and you have another fun episode of the SMRpodcast. Have A Listen Show Details Recorded: September 11th, 2012 Published: September 12th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 32min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigChrisAshley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We take a second to extend out thoughts to Victims of 9/11 The events take us back to where we were at the time Will Samsung sue Apple after the iPhone 5 announcement Chris says that they better to recoup some of the settlement money Rod reminds us that Samsung did say they would sure Robb thinks that they will American Airlines is allowing iPads for pilots Robb points out that they will save money from the reduction of weight Chris is very annoyed about this announcement Rod points out that Chris’s plane issues may come to an end Amazon announces their new Kindle Fire Rod likes the new Kindle Fire lineup Robb really likes being directly on Google’s platform Chris runs down the new Kindle Fire lineup We talk about Nokia’s Pure View Flap Robb asks Chris what happened with Nokia Chris points out that Nokia has no room for mistakes Picks of the Week YouTube for iOS Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Funny Mouth (Fun Android App)Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Lightmates (Stickup LED Lights)Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #133 of the SMRpodcast, Are you Crazy, is online and ready for download. This week we start the conversation off with talk of the 2012 NFL Football season. The season starts Wed., Sept 5th, so, get your fantasy rosters set. Biggest news of the week is probably the Apple press announcement. Apple isn't hiding the fact that the name of the next iPhone will probably be the iPhone 5. Additionally, Nokia is holding a press event on the 5th to announce new devices coming this Fall. We toss the idea of a cross platform BBM client around, and, ponder why Google doesn't do a better job at marketing its apps. We've got all, this, our picks, and more in episode #133 of the SMRpodcast... Have a listen... Show Details Recorded: September 4th, 2012 Published: September 5th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 16min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigChrisAshley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We give Rod a hard time about the intro Rod got duped by DirecTV Apple has set there announcement date for September 12th Rod feels the picture used was very clever Chris wants to know what the guys thinks are coming Robb want’s to know how many will be sold Nokia is announcing their new Windows Phones Tomorrow Robb says that he really liked the Samsung ATIV Chris explains some of the expected features for Nokia’s phone Rod says they have to bring a good device to market Robb’s article about a cross platform BBM app really hit a nerve Robb feels that people still want to communicate with other devices Rod points out that users really commented a lot on this point Bruce Willis is considering to sue Apple Robb explains what the issue is Rod agrees that this is an important issue Chris is wondering if Amazon has the same rules Google needs to better advertise their services Robb has a friend that didn’t realize that video chat existed Rod says Google really needs to advertise better Chris says that Microsoft is brining a new app that may go cross platform Picks of the Week Mint (Financial App)Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Skyvi for Android / SwiftKey (Voice Assistant App)Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Virgil's, Cream Soda / ESPN Fantasy Football App Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

This week in Episode #132, Mission Accomplished, of the SMRpodcast we talk about the Apple vs. Samsung patent infringement trial verdict and what Apples win on most every count will mean for the future of the mobile industry. Our opinions range from no effect at all to other manufacturers looking to other operating systems to avoid the law firm of Apple Inc. We also talk about some of the awfully nice looking new Windows 8 Pro tablets coming down the pike, Samsung brings the Start menu back, and shared data plans may be cost effective after all. We've got all this plus our picks in this weeks episode of the SMRpodcast... Show Details Recorded: August 28th, 2012 Published: August 29th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 08min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigChrisAshley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We talk about Floating Droids And Broken Chairs We have a heated talk about the Samsung Apple Lawsuit We agree that Samsung Copied Apple Rod thinks is going to tied up for a while Robb says that Samsung's emails really hurt them Chris wants to know if the decision came back too quick There is a new Vulnerability In Java Chris and Robb have not heard of it Rod explains what the issue is SkyDrive For Android has been released Chris says his minions are beating Robb up over the release Robb says he installed it likes it Robb also says he felt the attack Two new Windows 8 Laptops have been released Chris talks about the new Sony VAIO 11 and the Samsung Tablet Rod says he really likes the Sony VAIO Robb agrees that it looks nice and still prefers a Pro Device AT&T released new shared data plans Chris talks about the new shared data plan and how much money he is saving Rod says that this was not helping him Robb says he will have to look but the Verizon plans may not help him either Mentioned Links Pictures Of The Sony VAIO Duo 11 Steven A Smith vs. Skip Bayless Kobe Bryant Argument Picks of the Week SkyDrive for Android (Skydrive Client) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Xbox Smartglass Windows 8 (Xbox Remote App)Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

It was another Chicken Wings and Beer episode of the SMRpodcast and the second two man show in as many weeks. It was kind of a light news week in the mobile world, but, we did talk about Windows 8 RTM, the Lumia 900 Windows Tango update, and the special pricing for Windows 8 announced by Microsoft. We heard that BlackBerry 10 devices may not be supported by current versions of BES and that organizations who wish to support both BlackBerry 10 and legacy BlackBerry devices may have to deploy multiple BES servers. We've got all this, our picks, and more in episode #131 of the SMRpodcast... Have A listen… Recorded: August 21st, 2012 Published: August 22nd, 2012 Duration: 00hr 52min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigChrisAshley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod is not with us this week Chris was on the NosillaCast Podcast We talk about the Surface Pro vs The Surface RT Robb says the Surface Pro is what he has been waiting for to replace his laptop Chris feels the Pro should do well but is still on the fence about the RT Windows Phone to overtake BlackBerry Robb wants to know where Chris is at with this report Chris explains why this is not a big deal yet Robb agrees with Chris’s take and adds some of his own thoughts BlackBerry 10 may not be compatible with current BIS and BES servers Chris explains the story as reported by BGR Robb offers his thoughts on this potential problem We wonder if QNX was the right decision for RIM Robb wonders if NFC has already jumped the shark Chris feels that it is till coming especially in Windows Phone Robb thinks that the technology may have already be on the way out Mentioned Links Chris On NosillaCast Podcast Sign up for 14.99 Windows 8 Upgrade Picks of the Week JetPack JoyRide ()Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Words BY Post / Hauppauge HD PVR 2 Gaming Edition (Scrabble Game / Video Recorder)Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #130 of the SMRpodcast was just a two man show with hosts Rod Simmons and Chris Ashley, however, we hold it down while Robb is out. This week we get right into the Microsoft Surface Tablet $199 price rumor and how true we think it is. We get into some RIM news this week as they were just saved from a huge settlement payment. We also discuss Apple and the iPhone 5 as well as what the iPad mini will do to the market. Have A listen… Show Details Recorded: August 14th, 2012 Published: August 15th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 02min 30sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Robb is out this week and we start speculating on why he is not in We jump right into the rumored Surface price of 199.99 Rod wants to know if Chris believes Chris can’t decide if he believe sit or not and states why There are talks of a new update process for Windows Rod says this is a good model for Microsoft Chris says he would love to see this on the Windows RT devices Rod asks Chris his opinion on the new iPhone Chris talks about what he has seen so far Rod points out a new iOS feature and which company it will hurt RIM gets Million dollar fine overturned Chris points out that RIM has finally had some good news Rod agrees that this is good news for RIM Picks of the Week Gas Buddy iOS / Android (Gas Price Location App)Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) SimpiRSS for Windows Phone (Speech to text RSS reader) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

SMRPodcast #129: Chicken Wings And Beer Part 6 It was a fun 129th episode of the SMRPodcast where we started out without Rod but he ends up joining us for the show. We laid out a few PSA’s for our listeners but we did get into some interesting discussions about the Apple Account hack that occurred, BlackBerry getting other manufacturers to build their devices, and Windows 8 adoption predictions. We also touch on Apple’s pulling the YouTube app from iOS and Nokia’s planned announcement of Windows Phone 8 devices. Have a Listen... Recorded: August 7th, 2012 Published: August 8th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 7min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Rod is out so we have to clown him a little with this next episode of Chicken Wings and Beer Robb provides a PSA for Facebook users Rod actually makes the show We talk about the huge Apple account hack that happened to @Mat Rod explains how they accomplished the hack Robb feels bad for him Chris still throws in a Microsoft backed jab BlackBerry head Thorsten Heins makes an interesting statement about RIM Robb explains RIM possible tactic to sell BlackBerry 10 devices Rod says it is not going to work Robb also talks about other ways RIM can make money Apple pulling the YouTube app from iOS Robb thinks it is a good thing if Google has their own app Rod points out that they could replace Google Sear too Chris thinks they can certainly use Bing instead of Google Nokia to announce Windows Phone 8 September 5th Chris points to the rumor of three devices being announced Robb says devices must be available sooner than November Windows 8 went RTM Robb wants to know if it will be adopted as well as Vista Chris says yes it will Rod points out what could prevent adoption from happening Picks of the Week Skype for Android (VOIP App)Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Touchdown for Android (Email app for Android)Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Soul by Ludacris Headsets (Stereo Headsets) Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews / SimpleMobileReview)

SMRpodcast #128, Awkward Silence, is online and ready for download. This week Terrance Gaines from Brothatech.com joins us as we discuss the tech news of the past week including the launch of Outlook.com, which, we all liked. We also talked about the Apple TV getting Hulu+, Google Fiber, and, I really like the Google Nexus Tablet. Images of a 10-inch BlackBerry PlayBook eaked, Verizon can no longer block data tethering apps, and we all believe a few execs from Zynga are going to prison. All this plus our picks, and more, in episode #128 of the SMRpodcast... Have a listen... Show Details Recorded: July 31st, 2012 Published: August 1st, 2012 Duration: 01hr 30min 00sec Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Terrance Gaines @brothatech Show Topics Outlook.com launches Everyone is impressed by Outlook.com Chris is ecstatic about it... The adds are much less intrusive than in hotmail Apple TV Gets Hulu+ Terrance wonders if there is a huge difference between the HD and the regular versions of the Apple TV. Rod says not really. We find more annoying issues with the Samsung Galaxy S III Robb notices that connected Bluetooth devices don't take precedence over wired headphones Rod points out that the virtual keyboard doesn't automatically pop up in all places that it should Rod shows Robb inconsistencies in the order menu options in the phone screen 10-inch BlackBerry PlayBook images leaked Robb thinks that the 10-inch PlayBook images may be dated No one on the show is interested in this device Robb believes best case for RIM is for the company to be acquired Were Zynga Execs dumping stock based on inside information? Robb believes someone is going to prison Chris thinks that if Martha Stewart go convicted for getting a "hookup" a Zynga exec or two is definitely getting locked up Picks of the Week RHA MA-350 Noise-Isolating Earphones -- Terrance Gaines (Brothatech) Tip - Battery Saver Mode on Windows Phone -- Chris Ashley (WinGadgetNews) Voxer App Store | Google Play -- Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) NBC Olympics Live Extras App Store | Google Play -- Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview)

Episode #127 of the SMRpodcast was just a two man show with hosts Rod Simmons and Robb Dunewood, however, we hold it down while the big fella, Chris Ashely, is enjoying his vacation. This week we get right into the Research in Motion rumor that the 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook is set to go on sale by the end of the month. Rod got a new Samsung Galaxy S III and immediately finds a few things that need to be updated. And Apple didn't change the 30-pin connector just tick everyone who already don't like Apple off. We've got all this, several awesome picks, and Robb has a story about why non-technical people should never buy computers from yard sales. Have a listen... Show Details Recorded: July 24th, 2012 Published: July 25th, 2012 Duration: SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS 4G LTE BlackBerry PlayBook rumored to ship July 31st The outright price is supposedly $550 Robb believes that this is entirely too much for a 7-inch tablet Rod agrees Apple misses Q2 estimates by $1.05 per share Robb says that Apple still made a boat load of cash Rod is baffled that analysts, for weeks, have been saying Apple would miss, yet, fanboys are still shocked. Rod gets a new Samsung Galaxy S III Rod loves the camera but hates that you can't take pictures while making a call Robb can't believe that Rod talks more than 6 hours per day Apple to release Mountain Lion July 25th Rod is eagerly awaiting the update Robb is ecstatic that if his daughter upgrades, it will be on her own dime How will Hulu work on Windows 8 Tablets Robb thinks that desktop Hulu will run on Intel based Windows 8 Tablets and Hulu Plus will be required for Windows RT Rod hopes that Hulu will offer free options for RT users Picks of the Week Dead Trigger -- First person shooter for Android -- Robb Dunewood(RIMarkable) Folder Organizer Amazon | Google -- Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview)

It was a "laid back" back 126th episode of the SMRPodcast where we didn't talk about a lot of news, but, we did get into some interesting discussions about Windows 8, Windows Phone executive defections from Microsoft, and Robb's brand new toy, the Google Nexus 7 tablet. We also touch on Apple's admission of a mistake, RIM's $120+ patent woes, and the upcoming $99 Android gaming console. Have a listen... Show Details Recorded: July 17th, 2012 Published: July 18th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 16min 07sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Yahoo gets a new CEO Rod mentions that Yahoo has picked their new CEO a former Google Executive Robb mentions that she is probably doing this for her own personal satisfaction Chris is wondering why Google let her go We talk about Robert Williams Leaving Microsoft For Amazon Robb asks about the latest defection from Microsoft to Amazon Chris thinks that it is very clear that the Windows team is taking over Windows Phone Amazon is rumored to be making a Phone and we weigh in on our thoughts Robb wonders if the Microsoft defections means an Amazon phone is coming Rod says that it makes sense for Amazon to make a phone Chris is not completely sold on the Amazon phone rumor Apple apologizes for pulling out of the EP Rod mentions what might be a first which is an Apple apology Chris says good for them Robb explains what the EP is and why Apple apologized Microsoft Announces Office 2013 Chris recaps the features that were touted in the Office 2013 announcement Robb wonders if Microsoft should be concerned with Google Docs Rod puts some context around people using Google Docs vs. Office Quick Hits RIM is being sued for 147 million by another patent troll Motorola product ban is suppose to start on July 18th Mentioned Links Office 2013 Pictures Picks of the Week Amazing Alex (Android Game) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) CamScanner iOS or Android Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Meal Timer Windows Phone (Cooking Timer App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Check out episode #125 of the SMRPodcast with special guest host Danielle Little from TheCubicleChick.com. This week we, once again, try to figure out what the heck is going on at Research In Motion. Google gets hit with the biggest fine of its kind for bypassing Security in Safari, and, we go off on an interesting tangent on cutting the cord. We also talk about the Samsung Galaxy S III, 7-inch iPads, and, we've got this weeks picks. Get all this and more in episode #125 of the SMRPodcast... Check us out... Show Details Recorded: July 10th, 2012 Published: July 11th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 21min 12sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Danyelle Little @TheCubicleChic SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We say hello and welcome to Danyelle Little from thecubiclechic.com We talk about the fire sale going on at RIM Danyelle says she used to be a huge RIM fan but has switched Android Chris still thinks there is room for four vendors Rod talks about the sale of RIM’s plane Robb says that he is thinking positively about RIM Google close to a settlement for bypassing Safari Cookie Settings Robb quotes the estimated cost of 22.5 million Chris says it is not enough Danyelle thinks Google seems to skate through any scandle Rod said it should be based on how much money they made DirecTV and Viacom in contract battle Chris is annoyed with the networks on this issue Danyelle agrees that a change is needed in how shows are carried Robb says although it is beginning we are a long way off Rod agrees with Robb Other Topics we cover Microsoft Surface Robb gets a new Android Phone Apple being sued for stealing technology Picks of the Week Samsung Galaxy SIII (Android Phone) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Rod Simmons ParkMobile (SimpleMobileReview) Kaliki Windows Phone (News App)Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview) Danyelle Little Cinemagram (TheCubicleChic)

The Independence Day episode of the SMRPodcast is online and ready for download. It was a slow week for tech news generally, but a devastating week for Research in Motion specifically. RIM reported it's first quarterly loss in 8 years and announced that BlackBerry 10 would be delayed until Q1 2013. We all give our opinions on RIM's future, and, it is far from rosy. We also talk Windows 8 upgrades, a bit about Windows tablets, and about Rod's inability to keep electronics dry when within a mile of water. We've got all this, our picks, and more in episode #124 of the SMRPodcast... Have a listen... Show Details Recorded: July 3rd, 2012 Published: July 4th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 11min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts We are all getting ready for the 4th of July Rod drowns yet another gadget RIM says there is nothing wrong with the state of the company Robb says that they really had nothing else they can say but believes they are done Chris says they should have rallied the company with the truth like Nokia did Rod is betting that there stock will continue to dip this year Rod wants to know why Robb is getting a Nexus 7 Robb explains his thoughts around the Nexus 7 vs. the Kindle Fire Chris mentions that Apple is rumored to release a 7 inch tablet Rod does not see the value in getting a Nexus 7 Microsoft announces upgrade prices for Windows 8 Chris talks about the announced prices for the Windows 8 upgrade Rod thinks that this is a smart move but feels it will sell well regardless Robb thinks Microsoft has to be careful and not offend OEMs Picks of the Week Google+ Mobile App Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Freedom i-Connex Combi Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) MetroTwit for Windows 8 (Twitter App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

It's another Chicken Wings and Beer episode of the 123rd installment of the SMRpodcast. Rod is on vacation, but, Chris and Robb hold it down and discuss a lot of Windows Phone 8, Google I/O, and RIM possibly splitting into two divisions. We also debate why or why not developers decide to create Windows Phone Apps, talk about SwiftKey 3, and, talk about the updated Facebook Messenger for both iOS and Android. We've got all this and more in episode #123 of the SMRpodcast... Show Details Recorded: June 26th, 2012 Published: June 27th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 19min 00sec Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts Chris talks about his summer exercise Robb is feeling his age Rod is out this week We start of talking about Windows Phone 8 Robb is wondering if Microsoft is going to make their own phones Chris lists out the features that were mentioned for the new release We discuss the lack of upgrade for current Windows Phones Chris explains that most new Windows Phone users won’t care about an upgrade Robb agrees that it still sucks for current users RIM is Back in the news Robb mentions that RIM may be sold off into different parts Chris asks about the leaked BBM interface Robb explains why BBM is irrelevant now Quick Hits Google IO is this week Spotify hurts Pandora’s stock Facebook Messenger Updated Apples new Podcasting App Picks of the Week Firefox for Android (Android Browser) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Nokia Camera Extras (Windows Phone Camera App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)

Microsoft was front and center in episode #122 of the SMRPodcast with the big announcement of Microsoft Surface. We did a special, prerecorded interview with Mary-Jo Foley from All About Microsoft and got her take on Microsoft's branded tablet coming out with the launch of Windows 8. Rod, Chris, and I continued the Microsoft Surface conversation in the regular recording of the show, but, we did touch on a few other news bits that were completely overshadowed by Microsoft's big media event. We also had some pretty good picks this week. Check out the show... Show Details Recorded: June 19th, 2012 Published: June 20th, 2012 Duration: 01hr 21min 00sec SUBSCRIBE FOR AUTOMATIC DOWNLOADS Standard RSS Hosts: Rod Simmons @RodSimmons Chris Ashley @bigcashley Robb Dunewood @RobbDunewood Guest: Mary Jo Foley @maryjofoley SHOW TOPICS Opening Thoughts This week we start with an interview of Mary Jo Foley from All About Microsoft to talk about the Microsoft Surface We talk about our reactions to the new Surface Tablet Mary Jo said she was actually excited about the announcement Chris thinks he is ordering three devices Robb is opting for the full Intel version and explains why Rod is set on the ARM version We all speculate on why the delay between the ARM version and the Intel Version of the Surface Tablet Chris feels this maybe a favor to the vendors Mary Jo thinks Chris could be correct Robb and Rod do not like the delay The conversation about the Surface continues after Mary Jo departs Chris has a good time with some of the reactions from haters Robb debates if the keyboard should be included or not Rod feels people are under estimating Windows 8 sales RIM has more bad news this week Robb tells us that RIM loses a major manufacturer Chris says he just feels bad for RIM Rod points out that RIM has no easy road ahead Quick Hits BGR is reporting a huge data breach with credit card information We talk about Spotify taking on Pandora Picks of the Week MightyText for Android (cross platform messaging app) Robb Dunewood (RIMarkable) Bowers and Wilkins P3 (Headsets) Rod Simmons (SimpleMobileReview) Endomondo (Exercise App) Chris Ashley (SimpleMobileReview)