Pragmatic is a discussion show contemplating the practical application of technology. Exploring the real world trade offs we look at how great ideas are transformed into products and services that can change our lives. Nothing is as simple as it seems.
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Gesamtlänge aller Episoden: 6 days 20 hours 1 minute
episode 9: The Internet Makes It Even Better
John and Ben discuss the practical risks associated with connecting every single device we own to the internet. What happens when ore functionality is tied to a remote server and the company changes or closes? Timely in light of Nest Labs acquisition.
episode 2: The Battery Problem Follow-up 3
Follow up (Part C) to The Battery Problem with a discussion of Germany's forward-thinking approach to renewable energy.
episode 8: A Nice Quiet Serene Environment
In this episode John and Ben talk about noise. Noise is a big problem. A lot of people tend to overlook it. A lot of people tend to shrug it off like its no big deal. But you only get one set of ears, and once they're wrecked you're out of luck.
episode 7: A Category Called General Follow-up 1
Follow up (Part A) to A Category Called General with some discussion about the expected lifespan of flash storage.
episode 7: A Category Called General
John and Ben discuss the challenge of digital storage, filing, tagging and categorization as well as associated workflows and technology.
episode 6: Design Reviews In Name Only
John and Ben discuss the importance of design reviews, personal experiences and suggestions for how to constructively approach a process often fraught with confusion and hidden danger.
episode 5: The Next Ubiquitous Thing
John and Ben discuss the convergence of wireless communication from radio telegraphy to analog mobile phones, then from analog to digital, and handover-transition-unified devices and the importance long awaited jump to 100% IP-based telephony.
episode 2: The Battery Problem Follow-up 2
Follow up (Part B) to The Battery Problem where we explore the practicality and necessity of larger screens in relation to their power consumption.
episode 3: Turn The Damn Light Off Follow-up 1
Follow up (Part A) to Turn The Damn Light Off where we explore Multi-room Audio and Eco-home design as well as smart glass.
episode 4: The Morality Issue
John and Ben discuss the moral implications of an increasingly automated world. As we're living in the midst of the 4th industrial revolution, what can we learn from the past that will prepare us for the future?