Topic: Apple Stream

The podcast industry is pushing for a transition to HLS (HTTP Live Streaming) to provide advertisers with precise consumption data. Unlike traditional downloads, streaming allows networks to verify if a listener actually heard an advertisement or skipped it. This shift creates a conundrum for the industry, as accurate data may reveal that actual listenership is significantly lower than the "download" numbers reported for the last 20 years.

The hosts discuss the activity in the "Troll Room" during the live broadcast and the importance of independent podcasting infrastructure. They express surprise at remaining on platforms like Apple given their controversial content and advocate for uncancellable apps.

The shift in the movie business from traditional theaters to home-based technology like the Apple Vision Pro is analyzed as a takeover by Big Tech. The Silicon Valley business model is criticized for extracting creative identity while providing little value in return. The hosts argue that the "magic money machine" of streaming is over, as major CEOs like Bob Iger face a landscape where streaming services are consistently losing money.

Apple released iOS 11, prompting a warning to wait for secondary stability releases before upgrading to avoid bricked devices. Technical difficulties with a new streaming protocol affected the live broadcast link, requiring a manual URL workaround for listeners.

Attorneys general in New York and Connecticut are investigating Apple Music for potential antitrust violations regarding its negotiations with record labels. The service's launch at WWDC was criticized for its "1980s style" presentation and the perceived humiliation of executive Eddie Cue. Apple is accused of pressuring labels to abandon free tiers on competing services like Spotify.

Dvorak points out that Apple's keynote stream was restricted to Safari users on Mac or iOS, excluding Windows users. Curry reflects on how peaceful his travel was without access to the tech news cycle, reinforcing his view that social media and smartphone use have become a Pavlovian "horror."

The move of Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch to Apple is seen as a precursor to integrating Adobe's "Primetime" video platform into iOS. The hosts warn that this will bring Flash-like tracking capabilities to Apple devices, bypassing the security measures originally established by Steve Jobs.

Adam Curry praises the Roku streaming box for its ease of use and variety of channels, including C-SPAN and YouTube. He announces that a No Agenda producer is currently developing a dedicated channel for the platform to host the show's multimedia content.

Plans are announced to launch a full-time No Agenda radio stream featuring various programs and listener-submitted spots. The hosts seek a project manager to handle the technical uploading and programming of the stream. They also address a significant drop in downloads caused by an iTunes technical error where the feed returned a 404 error, leading to a discussion on their over-reliance on Apple's infrastructure.

The upcoming No Agenda iPhone and iPod Touch application is announced, featuring a live stream player, direct Twitter integration, and podcast download capabilities. The app is expected to retail for 99 cents in the Apple App Store. The hosts view this as a way to centralize the "No Agenda universe" for mobile users.