6 Oct 2025
Episode 148 of Tak Talk explores a diverse range of subjects, including local welfare initiatives, social issues, and global technology releases. The commentary critically examines government policies, consumer products, and the economic challenges faced by citizens.
Citizens aged 65 and above in Tehran receive a 90% discount on subway tickets, reducing the fare from 6500 to 650 tomans, and potentially to 65 tomans. This policy leads to crowding as eligible individuals frequently utilize the discounted service.
A program facilitates marriage registration for student couples, provided at least one partner is a student and their official marriage date falls within specified dates (April 1, 403, to April 30, 44). While loans are mentioned, general marriage loans are distinct from student-specific provisions.
A celebratory event involved unauthorized Kalashnikov gunfire, resulting in one fatality and two injuries. Investigations by the police led to the apprehension of five individuals and the recovery of two weapons.
Discussions arise about moving Iran's capital from Tehran, citing severe water shortages, environmental pollution, and high immigration rates. Potential new locations, such as Bandar Abbas, are considered, acknowledging the complex demographic and infrastructural implications.
The iPhone 17 base model is anticipated to lack ProMotion display technology and feature a camera system similar to the iPhone 16, with a single lens, despite its premium price. It will adopt the Dynamic Island design. Consumers are advised against purchasing it over its predecessor due to minor improvements and rapid value depreciation.
CMF Pro headphones are introduced at $100, boasting a 100-hour battery life and a comfort-focused design with soft curves and ergonomic ear cups. Key features include modular ear cup replacement, physical buttons, a multi-function wheel, and an 'energy slider' for immediate bass and treble adjustments, powered by 40mm drivers and Audio Duo technology.
The Logitech MX Master mouse is presented as an essential tool for professionals across all operating systems, featuring silent clicks, an 8000 DPI sensor functional on glass surfaces, a 70-day battery life, and an electromagnetic scroll. Despite its ergonomic benefits, its cost in Iran is significantly high, ranging from 10 to 15 million tomans.
New government regulations impose annual account turnover limits: 20 billion tomans for employees, 5 billion tomans for unemployed individuals, and 500 million tomans for inactive legal entities. The employee limit is questioned given typical income levels.
Economic instability prompts people to adopt unconventional financial strategies, such as demanding house rent in dollars in affluent areas of Tehran and investing in commodities like pinto beans, which demonstrated a 100% profit increase in the previous year.
Pinto beans are recognized for their health benefits, including supporting weight loss, regulating blood sugar and pressure, strengthening cardiovascular health, enhancing bone density, and boosting energy and the immune system.
The Windows 11 25H2 update brings minimal changes, primarily removing the old command-line tools PowerShare and Double MIC.
Adobe Premiere Rush is now freely available for iPad and iPhone, offering comprehensive mobile video editing capabilities. It supports FK HR recording, provides social media output presets, and includes various editing tools, with AI functionalities available as a paid option.
Beats, an Apple subsidiary, launches Powerbeats Fit, sports-oriented headphones featuring a secure wingtip design, IPX4 sweat resistance, 7 hours of active noise cancellation, and Fast Fuel charging. They integrate seamlessly with Apple Watch and Hey Siri and are priced at $200.
Microsoft's Windows 8.5 Vanio update introduces a "Liquid Glass" effect, applying a shiny, three-dimensional aesthetic to icons, particularly within Microsoft Office applications.
Apple is prioritizing the development of smart glasses, with two versions underway: a remote-like device without a display and a more advanced model featuring a small display, speaker, and haptic feedback, projected for a 2027 release.
Individuals often solicit advice on tech purchases but proceed with their initial preference, frequently leading to dissatisfaction or regret. An example illustrates "Athena" buying an iPhone 16 Pro Max despite recommendations to wait for the 17 Pro.
Perplexity City offers an AI-driven browsing experience, serving as an alternative to Google. It provides answers, audio summaries of pages, and interactive discussions, currently free, Chromium-based, and supports extensions, though Persian is not supported.
A global overview of best-selling cars reveals economic contrasts, with Iran's top seller being the Quick (priced around 600 million tomans) and Andorra, a small nation, listing the Porsche 911 as its fourth best-selling new car, indicative of significant wealth.
Car warranties in Iran are frequently voided for minor reasons, such as placing items on seats, installing tinted windows, or modifying audio systems. Even standard usage, like driving, can invalidate warranties on components like wheels, and claims for issues like cracked windshields are often rejected.
The new AI app Suraidoo, which supports Persian, has been introduced. It operates with GPT Plus accounts, requiring an invite code or waitlist registration and an American IP address.
Elon Musk's estimated net worth, exceeding $500 billion, is greater than Iran's projected Gross Domestic Product of approximately $436.9 billion for 2024-2025, underscoring a stark economic disparity.
The case of Kulthum Akbari, who reportedly shared methods for killing husbands, is mentioned, raising concerns about the public discourse surrounding such sensitive topics.
Customers encounter significant delays and difficulties with fiber optic installations, with promised service timelines often unmet. Existing high-speed connections for some neighbors can also impede others' access to maintain network performance.
The dollar's exchange rate against the toman is a frequent topic, with observed values around 116,925 to 116,400 tomans.
Optimal blood pressure levels are advised to be below 120/80 mmHg.
The company states it does not currently offer internships, attributing this to negative past experiences, noting the last intern, Sistani, is now a permanent employee.
Ehsan maintains motivation and achieves work goals by consuming a hazelnut latte and a Ragusa 70 chocolate bar, even while fasting, as part of his routine to maintain a balanced weight.
Elon Musk's personal wealth exceeds Iran's gross domestic product, highlighting a significant economic disparity.
| Aspect | Detail | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Subway Discount | 90% for citizens 65+ years old | Reduces 6500 tomans to 65 tomans, causes crowding |
| Student Marriage Loan | Eligibility: at least one student, marriage between April 1, 403 - April 30, 44 | General marriage loans are separate from student-specific provisions |
| iPhone 17 Base Model | Lacks ProMotion, camera similar to iPhone 16, single lens | Features Dynamic Island, not recommended over iPhone 16 due to minor improvements |
| CMF Pro Headphones | Price: $100, Battery: 100 hours, Features: modular design, physical controls | Focus on comfort, custom sound with Audio Duo, includes 'energy slider' |
| Logitech MX Master Mouse | Features: Silent clicks, 8000 DPI, 70-day battery, ergonomic | Price in Iran: 10-15 million tomans, works on glass |
| Annual Account Ceiling | Employees: 20 billion, Unemployed: 5 billion, Inactive Legal: 500 million tomans | Employee limit is questioned based on typical income levels |
| Perplexity City Browser | AI-powered, Google alternative, summarizes pages, free | Chromium-based, supports extensions, does not support Persian |
| Iran's Best-selling Car | Quick (approx. 600 million tomans) | Compared to Porsche 911 (Andorra's 4th best-seller), highlights economic disparity |
| Car Warranty Voidance | Examples: putting bag on seat, tinted windows, changing audio system | Even normal use (driving, sitting) or minor modifications can void warranty |
| Elon Musk vs Iran GDP | Elon Musk's net worth > $500 billion; Iran's GDP: ~$436.9 billion | Illustrates significant economic disparity and national wealth comparison |
