From camping to press events in China, this week Mark and Rob catch up whats been happening over the last month. They also delve into the latest Apple “Let Loose” Event and whether it was worth the wait...Links ➡️ Thomas the Technology Chap drops his drone in the sea: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/F80x3LkgLjs ➡️ Beats Solo 4 on-ear headphones: https://geni.us/beatsolo4uk ➡️ JBL Spinner BT Bluetooth Turntable: https://geni.us/bO4rFxO  ➡️ Teenage Engineering TP-7 field recorder:...

Why does the S-Pen smell? This week, Mark and Rob answer similarly important questions, as well as why YouTubers perpetually declare that they’re switching from iPhone to Android. Mark also gives his verdict on the Whoop band and some insight into the behind-the-scenes of his growing business.   ➡️ Ultrahuman Ring: https://geni.us/Xs8fD ➡️ Whoop Band: https://geni.us/raKZTiB ➡️ Eight Sleep: https://geni.us/UAVscA ➡️ Check out Mark’s redesigned website: https://markellisreviews.com ➡️ Mark’s...

Eight or Sixteen is back after Mark’s trip to the Mobile World Conference in Barcelona. In this episode, Mark tells us all about his big trip to Apple HQ in Battersea and his opportunity to review the BMW IX2. Rob and Mark also give their verdict on the Nothing Phone (2a) and the latest release from Apple in the form of the M3 MacBook Air.   You can see Mark’s full review of both the Nothing Phone (2a) and M3 MacBook Air on the main channel now!If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark,...

In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss the M3 iMac video fallout, fitness tech and they also explore the new Apple Vision Pro and question, is it just another headset, or is it something way more... (should they wear these tech masks in more episodes?). Links ➡️ Mark’s Vision Pro livestream Q&A replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PjuqUSnMdC0➡️ Mark’s Vision Pro “one week later” video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zp3JYZxS53o➡️ Mark Zuckerberg tries Vision Pro:...

In this episode, join Mark and Rob as they discuss everything from smartwatches and Google Assistant quirks to Apple's latest releases and the intriguing Vision Pro. Delve into their candid opinions on WatchOS, the Mint Green Pixel 8 Pro, and the Samsung Watch, along with insights on Fossil's exit from the smartwatch market. The conversation takes unexpected turns, providing a blend of humour and tech discoveries. Also stay tuned for Mark's upcoming Vision Pro unboxing on his main channel...

In this episode Mark and Rob recap the big reveals from CES 2023. They discuss the Samsung Galaxy AI features in the new S24 series. Samsung is also promising 7 generations of Android updates, leading to speculation that this means 7 years of support. Other topics include Samsung's own smart ring to compete with the Lotus Ring that lets you control devices by pointing at them like a Jedi, the quirky rolling Ballie robot that Mark wonders if it actually does anything, and Mark's experiences...

Mark and Rob get together to discuss Mark's CES plans, thoughts on Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event, and whether intriguing new accessories like the Magic Mouse and Clicks keyboard case are worth a look. Rob shares his experience switching to a new Mac, the tools and research involved in deciding, and the realities of upgrading his streaming gear. They also discuss audience feedback highlights from previous videos, Mark and Rob's ideas for building out their ultimate home studios, and...

In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's AirPods Max experiment, what they both want to see from Apple in 2024, and they dig deep into Rob's amazing tech bag. Oh, and they reveal some VERY big news about Eight or Sixteen!Check out Eight or Sixteen on YouTube: https://youtu.be/-xccEXki4hs Links Bose QuietComfort headphones: https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/headphones/noise_cancelling_headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones.html#v=QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW Sonos Move...

In this episode, Rob and Mark talk skateboards, Porsches, Jeff Bezos' face, and an unfortunate turn of events for Nothing. Links Correction from Rob: Louise did in fact know the open source alternative to Thunderbolt (Oculink) and had posted it in the chat, I just didn’t see it! Ali Abdaal Lightmode Keyboard: https://www.lightmode.com/products/coral-orange Sigma 16mm F1.4 lens: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/lenses/c017_16_14/ Justin Hawkins Rides...

In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's multiple trips to Battersea Power Station, the fallout from the M3 iMac video, and more - although there's an unlikely star of the show in this one, too (and probably a future co-host). Links Nothing Chats: https://nothing.tech/pages/nothing-chats Sunbird: https://www.sunbirdapp.com Beeper (hosted): https://www.beeper.com Beeper (self-hosted): https://github.com/beeper/self-host Blue Bubbles (self-hosted): https://bluebubbles.app Apple...

In this episode, Rob and Mark dissect the 'Scary Fast' Apple event. And Rob spends the entire recording upside down in Streamyard. Brilliant. Links Apple Hallowe’en Event replay: https://events-delivery.apple.com/2409nbcxymeynatwojbbrjuhryomtudb/m3u8/vod_index-oXZvssLWyjfQDEQuVuCBHPWDywaNEipk.m3u8 Mark’s Pre-event livestream replay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mm3O4gTzYWQ Braided Space Black MagSafe 3 Charging...

In today's show, Rob and Mark discuss the new Pixel stuff, Rob's exciting new purchases, to go naked or not with the iPhone 15 Pro Max, and a silly little teapot. Links Jeremy Clarkson’s beer: http://hawkstone.co Braun Thermoscan Thermometer: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Braun-Thermoscan-7-IRT6520-Thermometer/dp/B00NVMIO02 Apple Watch Ultra Pip-Boy reference: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pip-Boy Spigen Classic C1 Bondi Blue iMac G3-esque...

In this episode, Mark reveals his thoughts on the iPhone 15 Pro Max, Rob updates Mark on the tech events he's missed (and explains why they weren't very exciting) and, for the fist and last time ever, a deckchair is discussed. Enjoy. Links Mark’s S23 Ultra/iPhone 15 Pro Max sample shot comparison where one looks like it’s been touched up with crayon: https://twitter.com/mellisreviews/status/1707049033406054730 Action Button supercharged with...

In this episode, Rob and Mark dissect the iPhone 15 announcement (while Mark does his level best to stop his dog, Eddie, from whining and barking throughout). Well done on the edit, Richard. Links First ever Mark Ellis Reviews livestream with Mark, Patrick Rambles, Alex Gear and Tech, and Rob’s reaction to the Apple Event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG2mG2NY3hA France ban iPhone...

In this episode, a VERY tired Mark recounts his slightly disastrous visit to IFA in Berlin and Rob quizzes him on just how much he's looking forward to Silly Season in Tech Land. It's a surprisingly good show. Links Apple iPhone Event YouTube stream - register to be notified when it goes live: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZiP1l7jlIIA Mark’s post-event reaction livestream with Patrick Rambles, Alex Gear and Tech, and Rob: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VG2mG2NY3hA Panos is pumped already...

This week, Rob and Mark are joined by Ben Aboagye, otherwise known as Love of Tech! They talk about everything from the Linus situation to Ben's favourite tech of the year so far and the current state of the smartphone market. Links Ben - Lover of Tech: https://www.youtube.com/@LoverOfTech OneUI simulator now lets you tape two iPhones together and pretend they’re a Fold: https://trygalaxy.com Samsung ViewFinity S9 5K...

Welcome to the sleep-deprived episode! This week, Rob and Mark discuss the Flip5, the new Galaxy Watches, the Nothing Phone (2) (again), Mark's latest travels, and forget the name of every tech YouTuber who has ever existed. Links Eight Sleep https://www.eightsleep.com/uk/ Information about the Zeo sleep-tracking gadget from a decade ago: https://www.polyphasic.net/sleep-tracking/zeo-sleep-tracking/ IFA https://www.ifa-berlin.com Smarthome...

In this episode, Rob and Mark are joined by Patrick Rambles and Alex Gear & Tech from YouTube land! They talk about the latest Samsung releases, favourite reviewed gear of the year, and Alex's painful mic arm unboxing experience. Links Patrick Rambles on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/PatrickRambles Alex Gear & Tech on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AlexGTech If you'd like to get in touch with Rob and Mark, you can email them at [email protected]. Eight or Sixteen is a...

In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss Mark's experience with the Pixel Fold (and a bunch of other recent review units), the Nothing Phone (2), and the reason Rob hates himself (it relates to Prime Day, if you're wondering). Links Pixel Fold: https://store.google.com/gb/product/pixel_fold?hl=en-GB Apple Rollable Display patent: https://image-ppubs.uspto.gov/dirsearch-public/print/downloadPdf/20230221766 Crazy AR unboxing experience - I thought it was a phone but it turns out it was Sony...

Mark's back from New York City, and ready to chat 15-inch MacBook Air, Pixel Tablet, and Xperia 1 V with Rob (among the usual off-topic cul-de-sacs, obvs). Links MacBook Air 15” video shot in New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ndHk67QDELc Apple Watch Ultra movie location tour of New York: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEOKzYkSIAU DJI Mic: https://www.dji.com/uk/mic DJI Osmo Action 3 camera: https://www.dji.com/uk/osmo-action-3?site=brandsite&from=landing_page Josh Camson’s...

WWDC 2023 has been and gone, and Rob hasn't seen it yet. Mark fills him in on the details whilst battling full-blown man flu and whipping out his 15-incher. Links: New Panasonic TVs: https://www.panasonic.com/uk/corporate/news.html Beats Studio Buds+: https://www.beatsbydre.com/uk/earbuds/studio-buds-plus-wireless-noise-cancelling Nothing phone (2) launch 11th July 16:00: https://nothing.tech/pages/event Now-Sherlocked Aerial Apple TV screensaver app for...

In this episode, Rob and Mark discuss the upcoming WWDC keynote... but not before they talk about Mark's mountain bike adventure, electric toothbrushes, Rob's big stick, and a Chinese EV. Links Mark’s DJI / Mountain eBike / BYD EV vlog - well worth a watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J0AsZ87AWu4 DJI Osmo Action Cam 3: https://www.dji.com/se/osmo-action-3 DJI Mic: https://www.dji.com/se/mic BYD ATTO 3 EV: https://www.byd.com/uk/car/atto3 Specialized Kenevo SL e-Mountain...

Rob and Mark discuss Mark's Silver Play Button, a new cloud gaming handheld device from Logitech, all the latest news from Amazon and Google, and a £1299 dictaphone amongst (many) other things! Links Rob’s yoga/exercise/birthing ball repurposed as a desk chair (I’m 6’1” and use the 75cm one): https://birthease.co.uk/product/nbf-natural-birth-fitness-birth-ball-pump/ Sign up to Mark’s newsletter: https://markellisreviews.ck.page/newsletter Pixel...

It's our two-year anniversary! And what better way to celebrate what's also the 50th episode of Eight or Sixteen than dissect some of Apple's biggest iPad-related news for years? Oh, and Rob bought Mark a present. P.s. sorry about the horrible mic audio on Mark's behalf - this won't happen again! Links Ted Lasso Apple Watch strap: https://emea.mobyfox.shop/products/ted-lasso-home-kit-smartwatch-band Nightmare Before Christmas Jack Skellington 3D Apple Watch...