# Technology Purchasing Habits and Waterproofing Recent tech purchases and the importance of waterproofing are discussed. - **Source:** [Clockwise](https://brifing.si/source/3dc71691-0faa-49c3-9b16-3e94c7aac26e) - **Published:** 2026-07-22 - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/ddd1e841-30aa-4046-b5e8-0b7d832ff805 ## Introduction to the Tech Podcast Hosted by Dan Moren and Mikah Sargent, Clockwise features rapid-fire discussions on current tech topics with two special guests each week. Four people, four topics, and no episode exceeds 30 minutes. ## Does Waterproofing Matter? The importance of waterproofing in tech devices and how users value this feature is debated. Waterproofing enhances device durability, especially in risky water-related situations. ## Changing Minds About Technology Guests share the last time they changed their minds about a technology. This highlights how consumers adapt in a rapidly evolving tech world. ## Phone Purchasing Methods Participants discuss their phone purchasing methods and thoughts on upgrade programs. The transition processes and preferences of consumers are examined. ## Regrettable Tech Purchases The conversation turns to recent tech purchases that participants regret. This reflects post-purchase satisfaction and consumer expectations. ## Technology and Consumer Preferences An inference is made about how consumer preferences are shaped in the fast-changing world of technology and how they might evolve in the future. ## Sources covering this story - http://relay.fm/clockwise/666 — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._