The Minus Sixteen Podcast

Why is YouTube BANNED? | Ep 99

06 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel & David get together this week to analyse what has actually been quite a few busy weeks in tech. Samsung, with ANOTHER launch, have thrown ...

Why thin phones are DEAD | Ep 98

22 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back as a trio this week, with Alex making his return. The chat kicks off strong with the inquisition over why thin phones never took off...

M5 iPad Pro - save your money! And the great tech switch...Samsung or iPhone? | Ep 97

08 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Minus 16, David and Daniel discuss a variety of topics, including Daniel's switch back to Samsung from iPhone, the limitations of i...

This iPhone 17 Pro Max Camera is OVERRATED! | Ep 96

11 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back again, and this week are joined by Matt from Matt Talks Tech (750k+ subscribers). Chat kicks off with iPhone 17 Pro camera issues, w...

Samsung Fanboy switches to iPhone 17 Pro Max! What's the verdict? | Ep 95

27 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is the week you've been waiting for. A lifelong Samsung fanboy has switched to iPhone and is ready to talk about it.   This week, the boys begin...

iPhone 17: Apple FINALLY Caught Up! But...| Ep 94

13 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are on fire this week with a lot to talk about.   Joined by fellow Australian Samuel Nam, they start to dissect the Apple launch event and e...

Google Pixel 10 Pro - Set To Fail | Ep 93

30 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Description: The boys are back after a month-long break. They are rejoined by Sam Beckman, creator with over 500k subs and an Android juggernaut. The ...

Should iPhone users SWITCH to the Galaxy Z Fold 7? Ep 92

01 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are on fire this week. Discussion begins with iPhone 17 rumours and whether Apple are playing it too safe with their lineup of phones for 202...

Galaxy Z Fold 7 & S Pen - What Happened?! Ep 91

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back to talk all things Samsung. Two weeks post Galaxy Unpacked, the boys have a lot to...well..unpack as each of them got to experience ...

Is it over for Samsung? Ep. 90

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back together this week to discuss all things Galaxy Unpacked. Alex & Daniel share what they are excited for and what we can expect t...

The BRUTAL truth of the YouTube Algorithm & looking back at WWDC Ep. 89

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Minus 16, we were joined by Sam Beckman, so we took the chance to delve into the intricacies of the YouTube landscape, discussing t...

WWDC 2025 - anticipations and the current state of Apple Ep. 88

07 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

David and Alex discuss the upcoming WWDC event and the anticipated features from Apple, including AI integration, a new gaming app, Live Translation, ...

Samsung S25 Edge, CarPlay Ultra, and WWDC - what you need to know! Ep. 87

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Samsung S25 Edge, CarPlay Ultra and WWDC were all up for discussion on this episode…   Will there be a shift in smartphone design, as the era o...

Samsung's S25 Edge and Apple's legal battles - is this the end of the App Store? Ep. 86

09 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As ever, in this podcast, we set about discussing the latest developments in the tech world, first focusing on the upcoming launch of Samsung's S25 Ed...

Why Samsung’s One UI 7 missed the mark - lessons MUST be learned! Ep. 85

26 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alex is sunning himself in Brazil, so it’s just David and Daniel who start by delving into the world of tech, focusing on the performance issues of ...

The £3000 iPhone could be coming - what effects will tariffs have on our tech? Ep. 84

11 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Minus Sixteen, we discuss various topics, including the challenges of technical setups, the release of One UI 7, smartphone durabil...

Apple can’t hide - but has the AI bubble ALREADY burst? Ep. 83

28 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Definitely one of our best - this is what podcasting should be about!   We started off by thinking that there may not be much to chat over - but how ...

Staying sane! Tom Buck explains Ep. 82

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A bonus episode of Minus Sixteen this week - Alex & David are joined by audio buff Tom Buck. This is one we’d been waiting for - and Tom didn’...

Apple's scam and the bots are watching! Ep. 81

15 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The DAD's are back, all three of them are together, even after a dicey cyclone in Australia that threatened to keep Daniel away, it cleared just in ti...

iPhone 16e - an Apple parts bin or is it for real and the future of Tech YouTube Ep. 80

01 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the boys were joined by YouTuber Andrew Clare. Andrew is an Apple-focused YouTube channel from the states, and he joins us to talk about hi...

If only the Samsung S25 Ultra were an iPhone! Ep. 79

15 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back together on their own this week. The conversation flowed seamlessly between product, business and upcoming events.   Starting with ...

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra & S-Pen Drama! - Ep. 78

01 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well wasn't this a challenge? Our second show of the year proved a difficult upload but we got there 😅 the things we do!   This week the boys are ...

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra - WHO ARE THEY KIDDING! Ep 77

25 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for our first episode of 2025 as we dive into the latest from Samsung Unpacked. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about the Sa...

iPhone 17 LEAKS and YouTube's WAR on Clickbait! | Ep. 76

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dive into the latest tech buzz with our video on iPhone 17 Rumours, and is YouTube finally cracking down on clickbait?   In this episode, we explore ...

Keeping Apple Fanboys Happy! The M4 Mac mini going Android Free & One UI 7 Beta | Ep. 75

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are joined by Patrick Rambles this week and kick off their chat to see if Daniel is any closer to switching to a Mac. Patrick, Alex & Dav...

Will Daniel FINALLY switch to Apple silicon? Fold SE hands-on, Mac Mini & MKBHD dramas! | Ep. 74

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The boys lost Alex this week as his Jaguar got scared after the rebrand and needed repairs. David & Daniel started by discussing the positive side...

M4 Mac mini: The Game-Changer We’ve All Been Waiting For? Ep 73

10 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week started with a bit of chaos as it looked like Daniel's tech troubles would strike again.   Alex & David started without him and got str...

YouTube SUCCESS with Brad Calbow!ORGANIC GROWTH = Sustainable Business | Ep. 72

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Off the back of a hugely successful pod last time out, the boys are back with yet another YouTube success, Brad Colbow.   Brad is a YouTuber who cate...

NO WAY THIS WAS THE iPhone 16 PRO! 😲 The Secret to Fixing Tech YouTube in 2024 | Ep 71

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week the lads have a special guest. Rising YouTube star Samuel Nam jumps on the pod to talk about his YouTube journey and his greater purpose for...

iPhone 16 Pro Max: Issues and MKBHD Wallpaper drama! | Ep. 70

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a short and sharp chat this week, the boys begin their chat with some insights into how they got their iPhones on launch day and David recounts the...

iPhone 16 - Did Apple run out of ideas? | Ep 69

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

#glowtime #apple #iphone16    Another iPhone event is done and dusted, and the lads have some strong opinions on whether Apple has brought enough wi...

Glowtime - Best iPhone EVER is Here! Apple Event & YouTube hacks | Ep 68

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to go through this time - sadly Daniel was not well, so it’s just David & Alex this time.   We go through the Glowtime event and what we a...

Pixel Pro 9 Issues & Mr Beast Allegations | Ep 67

17 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Minus Sixteen podcast, we take a look into the tech world's latest controversies and discussions, namely how Google and their P...

Galaxy Watch Ultra - disappointing? Camera troubles, thumbnails and more! | Ep. 66

04 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The lads are all back together after Alex has returned from holiday. It was the first opportunity for Alex and Daniel to discuss the latest Samsung pr...

Vision Pro experience & Samsung Flip/Fold 6 - Ep 65

20 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time it’s just David and Daniel as Alex takes a well-earned break.   We chat over Daniels’s visit to Samsung Unpacked and check out the Flip...

Unpacking YouTube | Ep. 64

06 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This one started with some camera gear chat - what gear we use, future plans, ND filters, and even a little chat about Final Cut.   Then we started t...

Sony Experia VI, Final Cut Pro 10.8 & Double Standards | Ep. 63

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Daniel comes on board in this pod - and we couldn’t be happier.   We chat over the Sony Experia VI, Samsung S24 camera and of course, we have to ch...

WWDC ’24 & M4 iPad thoughts | Ep. 62

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we get ready for WWDC Alex and I have a lot to talk about.   Firstly we look ahead to next Monday’s Apple event and what we are looking forward ...

M4 iPad Pro, Multitasking & Samsung DEX | Ep. 61

25 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to Daniel - but this time in person! We grabbed him whilst he was on holiday in the UK with his family - and I have to say, it was one of...

M4 iPad Pro, M2 iPad Air & Let Loose | Ep. 60

11 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time it’s all about the iPad! Well, it had to be really, right?   We chat over the M2 iPad Air, and M4 iPad Pro, what we’ve bought and how w...

Let Loose, honest reviews & Garmin Epix Pro | Ep. 59

27 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we chat about the recent spate of creators giving honest reviews and the effects that have on the companies behind the products. We c...

Sony XPeria 1 V & Final Cut Pro thoughts PLUS passing 100K on YouTube | Ep. 58

13 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On the actual day - the very hour we sat down to record the podcast Alex joined the 100,000 YouTube subscribers club so obviously we talked about that...

Switching to Final Cut, no iPads & some YouTube home truths | Ep. 57

30 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This time around we chat about the pros and cons of Final Cut Pro versus Premiere Pro and just how good is the the new M3 15-inch MacBook Air?   Stil...

M3 MacBook Air, no March event & buying views | Ep. 56

16 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lot’s going on in this episode.   We chat about the lack of a spring event from Apple - and ponder will they possibly yet surprise us. We chat over...

Everything to expect from Apple in March - new iPads & more| Ep. 55

02 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

At last, we are back and we have lots to talk about. Alex briefly talks about the recent updates on the Samsung S24 Ultra, and we give out views and t...

Galaxy S24 problems & Vision Pro lands | Minus Sixteen Ep. 54

27 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We go deep about the new Samsung S24 and Alex has been hands-on with it over the past few days. There are a couple of issues and concerns that he has ...

Samsung Unpacked - the S24 Ultra is coming - Ep 53

13 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We are back for our first podcast of the year - and as it turns out there is a lot to talk about.   In a few days, there is Samsung Unpacked so we ha...

Samsung Secrets...what’s next? And invalid traffic is back!! | Minus Sixteen Ep. 52

16 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by Daniel from Tech with Benefits and as he is Mr Samsung it was too good of an opportunity to not corner him and pry ou...

AI Features on Smartphones: How Tech Giants Might be Tricking Us | Ep 51

02 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lots to chat over on this episode…   First, why are internet speeds so damned slow!! Grrrrr….we chat over thoughts on the iPhone 15 Pro Max/Pixel...

iMessage vs RCS - the messaging war is over! Ep 50

18 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Discussing the future of reviewing smartphones, our take on Apple silicon M2 & M3 and how to get the best out of shooting ProRes log on iPhone 15 ...

Scary Good M3 Max MacBook Pro! But... 8GB RAM iMac. APPLE TRICKS AGAIN! | Ep. 49

04 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Minus Sixteen the podcast that talks tech and the business of YouTube is back with another episode full of goodness...   M3 iMacs and more   We chat...

An AI-powered beast! Eye-opening scam | Ep 48

21 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We got serious in this one and talked at length about online security and how best to protect your YouTube account  - fascinating stuff. If you spend...

iPhone 15 Pro Max - The Competition is OVERHEATING! | Ep. 47

07 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, Alex & I get together to give our views on iPhone 15 and what it’s like to use - USB-C recording, PreoRes, LOG, telephoto lens…...

iPhone 15 - how much better COULD it be? Ep 46

27 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of the podcast I am joined by MacRumors Hartley Charlton - and we get busy pulling apart the latest Apple event, iPhone 15 and Apple W...

iPHONE 15 PRO MAX - REVEALED! | Minus Sixteen Ep. 45

09 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Tech season is almost here and we’re getting ourselves ready for a busy few weeks ahead.   We talk plenty about the upcoming iPhone 15 - what we’...

WHY YOUTUBE’S BROKEN…AND THERE’S NOTHING CREATORS CAN DO ABOUT IT!

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another banger as they say - where to start?   This time we muse about the coming events of tech-tober that lay ahead for us and what our plans are. ...

FLIP, FOLD & TAB - A SAMSUNG SPECIAL | Minus Sixteen Ep. 43

13 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You want content - we have content!! Another bumper episode where we had loads to chat over.    Firstly - the hardware. In the studio, we had the Fo...

APPLE FANBOYS JOIN THE FLIP 5 SIDE | Minus Sixteen Ep. 42

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time around ‘ya boys have plenty to chat about. There was David’s iOS situation and his brush with YouTube’s copyright department! We chat ...

ANOTHER YOUTUBE DILEMMA - EXPAND YOUR NICHE OR STAY IN LANE? - Minus Sixteen Ep. 41

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Your favourite podcast boys are back with lots to talk about. iOS 17 for iPad and stage manager get a look at. We compare the Garmin watch to the Watc...

YOU FILL A STADIUM - I CAN’T FILL A TOILET | Minus Sixteen Ep. 40

01 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Boy - where to start with this episode? We covered so much.   We briefly mentioned the new 15-inch MacBook Air and the Beats Studio Buds+ and then we...

APPLE VISION PRO - there’s a problem | Minus Sixteen Ep. 39

17 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time you get Alex and me together, side by side in his studio and as ever we cover loads.   Being our first podcast since WWDC we unbox it fully...

WWDC & THE SAUSAGE FEST! | Minus Sixteen Ep. 38

03 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s almost like t’was the night before Christmas! Here we are just a few days away from WWDC ’23 and Alex and I are pumped!   Of course, we ta...

WWDC IS COMING! | Minus Sixteen Ep. 37

20 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time Alex and I chat over our thoughts about WWDC and what we are either expecting or excited about - including tApple’s M3 15-inch MacBook Air...

36. Lifelong creator talks double fisting

06 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode Alex & I are joined by Pete Matheson and boy, do we get down to business! We chat about how important it is to be business-minded when...

35. Please - help yourself steal my content!

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alex & I are joined by Daniel Scuteri from the Tech with Benefits channel on this podcast.   For many years Daniel worked with Samsung and only left ...

34.My One’s Massive - NAS Drive That Is

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alex & I are joined by Patrick on this podcast and again, we get down to talking business.   We mull over the benefits of changing out thumbnails, an...

33. I’m used to a bulge in my pocket

18 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Alex and me go through the weeds this time round. We Chat over the current YouTube love affair with Samsung, why Alex has switched and David hasn’t!...

32. I’ve sold my iPhone! | with iCave Dave

04 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This was a proper blast - we’ve been looking forwards to  getting together with Dave, and this time around, our wish came true.   We chat over how...

31. It was just a brain fart with Saran Byte

18 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time around, Alex & myself are joined by Saran, from the YouTube channel Saran Byte.   We talk about what its like to upload four or five videos...

30. The Future Premiere Gal | with the Premiere Gal

11 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode, I had a chance to sit down with Kelsey, aka the Premiere Gal from YouTube.   If you, like me, use Premiere Pro, then you’ll have v...

29. An accidental YouTuber | with Michael Soledad

04 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This time around, Alex and I welcome Michael Soledad to the podcast.   He’s had a remarkable journey, and we were lucky enough to chat to him and r...

28. Bring back the touchbar

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our first podcast of the year is here, and boy, has it been worth the wait! It has been a mighty busy old time over the past few days.   Alex and I g...

27. All I want for Christmas is an iPhone that works

24 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So, on this, the last Minus Sixteen podcast of 2022, I am hooking up with my partner in crime Alex Figueiredo from Alex Gear & Tech. We look back at o...

26. The WHY of photography with Alex Kilbee

10 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time on the podcast, we welcome a different kind of creator, Alex Kilbee from The Photographic Eye YouTube channel. You’ll get to hear about hi...

25. Looking Back with Hartley Charlton

26 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of he podcast, I am once again joined by Hartley from MacRumors. We have a catch with everything that has happened since we last spoke...

24. Chilling with Alex Gear & Tech

12 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

I’ve been back in the car this week, racking up the miles for the podcast. This time I met up with fellow content creator Alex, from the YouTube cha...

23. Let’s Ramble with Patrick

29 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Let’s Ramble with Patrick | Minus Sixteen A couple of weeks back, I hopped on a plane from Heathrow to Brussels, to hook up in person with Patrick. ...

22. Mark Ellis Uncovered

15 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Minus Sixteen, I am joined content creator, Mark Ellis. We talk about starting his channel, future dreams and ambitions, and also h...

21. Casey Liss - not really a jobby job

01 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time on Minus Sixteen we have podcaster, and app developer, Casey Liss joining us. We find out what it takes to develop an app, and also talk abo...

20. The Music Business with Rico Garofalo

17 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rico is back on this episode of Minus Sixteen, and this time around we are talking about the state of the music business. Rico is in the perfect posit...

19. Far Out Event preview with Hartley Charlton

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just a few days before Apple's long awaited iPhone release, Hartley once again joins me to discuss Far Out. In this episode, we cover it all... 01:30 ...

18. The One with Ian Zelbo

20 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Renders genius Ian Zelbo joins me on this episode. We chat over how he started in Blender, designing Jon Prosser's new FPT set, working day-to-day wit...

17. The One with Sami Fathi

06 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode of Minus Sixteen, we are joined by journalist Sami Fathi. Hear his opinions on iPads new Stage Manager app, the M2 Macs and his curren...

16. The One with Ross Young

23 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Screen analyst, Ross Young, CEO of Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC), joins me on the podcast this time.  Not only do we talk about iPhone 14 &...

15. The One with Dan Barbera

09 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MacRumors editor, Dan Barbera joins me on the podcast this time.  I talk to Dan about his background, work as an editor on MacRumors and his workflow...

14. The One with Sam Kohl

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Sam Kohl of iUpdate & Appletrack joins me on the podcast this time.  If you are fan of Sam, this is one you'll not want to miss. We peel back the lay...

13. Round II with Hartley

25 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

MacRumours editor, Hartley Charlton is back with me at very short notice! This time around, we are talking Apple Watch 8, iPhone 14, the future of Car...

12. The One with Hartley Charlton

11 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time we welcome one of the MacRumours editors to the podcast - Hartley Charlton. We get his hot takes on this weeks WWDC. Check out his great pod...

11. The one with Brian Tong

28 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Minus Sixteen this time, we welcome the amazing Brian Tong. We talk about the journey he has taken, and what its like to meet Steve Jobs. Fascinati...

10. The one with Sagi from Tech Gear Talk

14 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

on this episode we are joined by Sagi from Tech Gear Talk. We talk about the motivation to him starting, the business of YouTube, how he goes about sh...

9. Whatever gets the job done huh

30 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another guest on with me this week, and its friend, musician, producer and builder of PC! On the show where we only talk Apple, this week we compare o...

8. The Watch goes where?

21 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Just me this week, but loads of wonderful Apple bits and bobs. Including iPhone 14 updates, news of the Twitter buyout and Apples environmental statem...

6. The one with Travis

02 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

All different this episode of the podcast, as I had the pleasure to sit down and chat with Travis MCP. Loads of interesting conversation, going back t...

5. Are iPads Confused

19 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode  we chat over the very latest news including iPhone 14 news. No more iPhone Minis and discuss the fact we have two new chips in their...

4. A Peek at Peek Performance

10 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A bonus episode for you. As we have had the first Apple event of the year, I thought, I'd re-cap on what we were treated to and give my thoughts. In p...

3. Fold or bust

05 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

So this time around, I discuss my ear wax, a hostage situation, the new & latest Siri voice, all your Mac to soon be in a keyboard oh, and the fact t...

2. Shopping for a Tesla

19 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This time around we cover the continued mis-use of AirTags and the ways in which Apple are fighting back in making them more secure. I mention my day ...

0. Trailer

10 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome along to Minus Sixteen a podcast for everyone who enjoys Apple news, tech, audio and chat!    Check me out over on YouTube too https://www.y...

1. Fancy helping me choose my next Mac

07 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this, the very first podcast, I talk about the misuse of AirTags, what you can expect from the new iMac Pro due this year and even a new Gucci acce...