The 404 1,007- Where hey, it's the '90s (podcast)

The 404 1,007: Where hey, it's the '90s (podcast)
On today's show, you'll learn how Apple is manipulating the naming devices of network technology to convince users they're getting "4G" speeds, the final sale of the original house in the "Home Alone" movies, and how something called "The QWERTY effect" can spot nuances in language.We're also giving away five codes for the game Mighty Switch Force for the Nintendo 3DS. To enter, just add The 404, Jeff, and Justin on Twitter and tweet us your favorite 404 episode from 2012 with #4043DS. We'll select five winners at random on Monday!Leaked from 404 Podcast 1,007:Has iOS 5.1 turned the iPhone 4S into a 4G device overnight?Home Alone house finally sells for a million less than asking price.More meaning attached to words you type with your right hand.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.PlayEpisode 1,007Listen nowYour browser does not support the audio element. Subscribe in iTunes (audio) | Subscribe in iTunes (video) | Subscribe in RSS Audio | Subscribe in RSS Video  Follow us on Twitter!The 404Jeff BakalarJustin YuAdd us on Facebook!The 404 Fan PageThe 404 GroupJustin YuJeff Bakalar

The 404 1,006- Where we have no names (podcast)

The 404 1,006: Where we have no names (podcast)
Apple announced the new iPad yesterday in San Francisco, and with the reactions ranging from disappointment up to stores already running out of stock, Ty Pendlebury joins us today to give his take on the amped-up display, the updated nomenclature, and a rundown of the new iOS 5.1 features.We'll also talk about Netflix coming out of your cable box, a new Sim City announcement, and a quick review of The Simpsons: Tapped Out.Leaked from 404 Podcast 1,006:Apple iPad with Retina Display and LTE makes its debut.The 'new iPad': What's in a name?Apple iOS 5.1: First Take.The Simpsons: Tapped Out brings SimCity-style awesomeness to Springfield.New SimCity announced.Netflix coming outta your cable box?Bathroom break video 1: Video voice mail from Rich in Cleveland.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.PlayEpisode 1,006PodcastYour browser does not support the audio element. Subscribe in iTunes (audio) | Subscribe in iTunes (video) | Subscribe in RSS Audio | Subscribe in RSS Video  Follow us on Twitter!The 404Jeff BakalarJustin YuAdd us on Facebook!The 404 Fan PageThe 404 GroupJustin YuJeff Bakalar

The 404 1,003- Where we're all young again (podcast)

The 404 1,003: Where we're all young again (podcast)
CNET's Steve Guttenberg goes by a couple nicknames like "The Gutman," "The Audiophiliac," and "Sphere," but today we'll hear from the more tender side of our favorite audiophile as he tells us the story of how his life changed on this day back in 1972.After he accepts our challenge to explain leap year in three sentences or less, he'll tell us why he can't stop laughing when hears the phrase "Mastered for iTunes," and we're both surprised to hear that he has a special thank-you message for Jimmy Iovine, Dr. Dre, and Monster Headphones.Leaked from 404 Podcast 1,003:Can sound quality be measured?Lil' Wayne wearing $1,000,000 headphones is what's wrong with modern music.Apple reportedly cooking up new audio file format.Mastered for iTunes: How audio engineers tweak music for the iPod age.Update on "Ghostbusters 3" and Bill Murray.Check out The Audiophiliac, an aural blog by Steve Guttenberg.Follow Steve Guttenberg on Twitter.This content is rated TV-MA, and is for viewers 18 years or older. Are you of age?YesNoSorry, you are not old enough to view this content.PlayEpisode 1,003PodcastYour browser does not support the audio element. Subscribe in iTunes (audio) | Subscribe in iTunes (video) | Subscribe in RSS Audio | Subscribe in RSS Video  Follow us on Twitter!The 404Jeff BakalarJustin YuAdd us on Facebook!The 404 Fan PageThe 404 GroupJustin YuJeff Bakalar