Techspansive: Analyzing Technology's Shifting Landscape: Recent Episodes
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Shawn DuBravac, CEO of Avrio Institute, and Ross Rubin, Principal Analyst at Reticle Research, connect the tech news from the week with the bigger trends underpinning the tech industry and beyond.
We take a comprehensive look at the announcements in search, AI, and hardware and how it's all coming together at Google I/O. We also take another look at the ecosystem approaches of Google versus Meta, including both companies' pitches on design and value.
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- As we await the role of advertising in post-Musk Twitter, we talk about the implications of TikTok matchmaking advertisers and stars and sharing ad revenue with TikTok Pulse. Meanwhile, pandemic breakout Cameo is cutting back. Next, Microsoft and Epic Games are teaming up to bring Fortnite back to iOS and other major platforms via a free tier of Game Pass. We discuss the implications for cloud gaming and the free-to-play model. Finally, we look at how T-Mobile is putting 5G to the test with its new fixed wireless broadband service and whether it can pull off the same level of disruption as it has in mobile.
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As Elon Musk moves closer to acquiring Twitter, we discuss the role that it could play in his portfolio and how it may compete for his heavily divided attention. Next, we zoom out to the big picture of Snap's new Pixy drone and whether it can take off where the selfie stick left off. Finally, we check out how Instacart is responding to the post-pandemic drop-off and growing competition by taking a page from Amazon's book and becoming an infrastructure vendor.
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As Elon Musk was gearing up to purchase Twitter, we discussed some of the changes we might see as the pioneering social network joins his impressive portfolio of companies. Plus, we look at what the streaming video shakeout means in light of Netflix's subscriber loss and the axing of CNN+ by Warner Bros. Discovery Finally, as Amazon extends Prime's original shipping benefit to third parties with Buy With Prime, we look at what the new program and Amazon's supply chain investments mean for its status as a tech vendor, its customers, and its epic battle with Walmart.
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In this episode, we dive deep into the contrast between how Apple and Google have responded to regulatory pressure as Google experiments with letting Spotify use alternative payment schemes for its apps. Plus, we discuss why Apple and Google have shuffled their apps for acquiring video content. Finally, as Zoom embraces avatars, we look at the bevy of announcements from collaboration vendors such as Cisco's Webex and Microsoft Teams as the realities of hybrid work set in.
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With Amazon finalizing its acquisition of MGM Studios, we dive into what the studio assets can do for the retail and cloud giant, why the acquisition evaded regulatory challenges, and how the content fits into adjacent Amazon moves in content, advertising, and devices. Plus, a look at moves by the FIDO Alliance to use our ordinary devices as trusted identification sources as one of several initiatives moving us toward the passwordless future. Finally, we look at Mark Zuckerberg's announcement that Instagram will enable creators to mint NFTs on the platform and how that could fit into the metaverse plans of Meta and others.
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Apple's Peek Performance event featured a new iPhone, iPad, and a surprising new Mac, but it was Apple's silicon prowess that was at center stage. We talk about how Apple continues to set the industry agenda with the M1 as the Mac Pro and M2 wait in the wings. Plus, we discuss President Biden's executive order establishing a cross-government effort to examine the impact of cryptocurrency and the potential of a digital dollar. Finally, we look at a significant update to Android and key Google apps months ahead of Google I/O brings many welcome features, including removing some of the "green bubble" stigma.
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine has set off reactions from tech companies that range from misinformation blocking campaigns to pulling out as suppliers. We look at the impact of the response in terms of its impact both on the industry and their target. Plus, Amazon shutters some of its first retail stores as it pushes deeper into groceries with the first Whole Foods stores featuring its cashierless tech. We look at what it means for Amazon Go as well as look at how its Luna gaming service fits into its online subscription efforts. Finally, as Netflix acquires a strategically important game developer, Disney gets more aggressive with plans for an ad-supported Disney+ tier. We look at what could be next for its content bundles.
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With AT&T becoming the first of the major U.S. carriers to start shutting down its 3G network, we look back at the advances that the network gave rise to and how its capabilities compared to the shifts of 4G and 5G. Plus, Spotify releases its first device: Car Thing, a thin touchscreen designed to ease access to its phone-based service in the car. We offer our take on its goals and potential. Finally, Meta continues its string of tantalizing demos with its mashup of VR and AI. We look at the potential for speech as the ultimate natural interface for artificial reality.
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We check in on nVidia's earnings and progress in gaming and data center applications and other sources of growth and discuss announcements from Intel's Investor Day, where the CPU giant announced its intent for a stronger push into automotive. Plus, we look at Chrome OS Flex as the latest incursion of Google onto the PC as both it and Microsoft bring Android apps to Windows. Finally, we check out the new Uber feature that allows you to break down your ratings and find that we've been model rideshare customers... mostly.
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Closing the loop on Apple Pay, Apple announces that it will enable the iPhone to take contactless credit card payments. We look at who could benefit as progress against the pandemic continues. Plus, the company adds to its measures to prevent AirTags-based stalking. Next, we look at the CEO transitions following the financial fortunes at Peloton and Arm's breakup with Nvidia, discussing the path forward for those companies. Finally, we look at Microsoft doubling down on its disruptive app store principles as it seeks to cut off scrutiny into its acquisition of Activision Blizzard as Big Tech monopoly evaluation evolves
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As Meta points us toward the future, investors slapped the company for its ad revenue shortfall and discouraging forecast, particularly in light of strong quarters from Alphabet and Snap, as the company again turns to Instagram to battle a challenger in TikTok. We discuss why the metaverse is so important to Meta as Amazon builds on its own commerce site to become the #3 digital advertising platform. Finally, we offer a few reasons why The New York Times purchase of Wordle might not result in screams of four-letter words.
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As the gift-giving season is upon us, Amazon's device group is going big... and small. We share thoughts on the significance of the Echo Show 15 as well as the Halo wearable. Plus, we took at why the Reddit community has concerns about the company's filing to go public and how Google's easy storefront play Qaya allows the company to squeeze into bios on Instagram, TikTok, and, of course, its own YouTube.
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At Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, the chip giant announced a collaboration with Razer to launch a new category by merging high-end smartphone gaming with physical game controls. The resulting reference design is designed to inspire a new category to steal thunder from the Nintendo Switch and shave off a slice of the hardcore mobile gaming market. We analyze whether the move rekindles the convergence vs. standalone device debate. Meanwhile, in another kind of merging, Samsung is bringing together its mobile and consumer electronics groups as its competitive landscape changes. We dig into whether the move can boost the company's ecosystem strength
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Coming on the heels of Meta and Microsoft announcing competing visions for the metaverse, the two Big Tech companies have announced plans to collaborate. We discuss why the collaboration makes sense, at least for now. Plus, we weigh in on how Netflix's new mobile games and TikTok-like kids programming is better leveraging its evolving IP for mobile, a platform Amazon is also targeting with a new video-sharing feature. Finally, Twitter Blue hits the U.S. at last. We discuss its value and what we see as a major marketing miss by the company in building its subscription business.
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We discuss Apple's take on why the perpetually exposed iPhone must remain closed to sideloaded apps while the Mac is open to them. Pus, at Microsoft Ignite, the software giant shoots back at just-minted Meta with its own plans to deliver the metaverse to businesses and consumers. We discuss the implications of Microsoft's metaverse play as well as its new app, Microsoft Loop, which takes on Google Workspace with a dynamic collaboration layer in Teams. Finally, we look at the latest American companies and digital properties to leave the Chinese market, citing compliance challenges, and the ripple effect on the splintering internet.
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Meta represents more than a new name for Facebook. We discuss the vision behind Facebook's future direction as well as how effectively the company can capitalize on it. Plus, while big cloud services continued to drive revenue, we look at how supply chain challenges and some demand softening has led to some high-profile estimate misses. Finally, we look at the $87 Jio Next, a highly optimized Android smartphone from Google designed to entice Indian consumers to upgrade from 2G phones.
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Apple's new MacBook Pros take full advantage of the company's new M1 Pro chips. We dig into how the company presented the performance as well as how the company is coming is reaching key price points with various models. Plus, Google also played up its Tensor chip in giving its Pixel 6 phones some impressive new capabilities. We discuss whether it's enough to translate into higher sales and where else the company's custom silicon might show up. Finally, we look at the updated version of nVidia's GeForce Now gaming service and how it further blurs the line between streaming and local gaming in creating the most impressive streaming experience yet.
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We take a detailed look at Microsoft's new Surface offerings, including the Surface Laptop Studio that replaces the Surface Book, and the Surface Duo 2, the beefed-up cameras of which are poised to make the dual-screened phone competitive with flagships. Plus, social media networks TikTok and Facebook are hoping to improve search results by doing a deal with Google. Finally, Shawn weighs in on what China's crypto ban means for the country and other economies.
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We look at Apple's recent media event where the iPhone 13 failed to reach for the skies as Apple beefed up the Apple Watch and iPad mini. Next, we check out the progress in Walmart's shopping subscription service and look at how much of a threat it is to Amazon Prime. Finally, we discuss how Discord has bridged gaming and NFT investing, and why Facebook is loving the competition.
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It's September, which means the start to a flurry of holiday-ready products against a backdrop of other tech company moves. In this episode, we start out assessing Facebook's stylish but functionally modest smart glasses developed with Ray-Ban. Next, we look at Amazon's many recent moves, including expanding Amazon Care, equipping more Whole Foods for cashierless checkout, offering college tuition for its 750,000 hourly workers, releasing new smart TVs, and updating its Luna streaming game service.
We also look at Google's recent hybrid work devices and partnerships with Logitech and Cisco connected to its Workspace updates. And finally, an update on tech company culture as Microsoft indefinitely delays a return to work and the first Theranos trial takes on "fake it til you make it."
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In this episode, we assess the significance at Apple's latest app store concession, allowing developers of "reader" apps to link to websites for account setup and management. Plus, why Apple may be going for a hybrid approach that relies on the iPhone as it launches its first augmented reality glasses. Finally, we look at the prospects for an Amazon-branded smart TV.
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In this episode, we dig deep on Apple's token trade-off as it settles its class-action lawsuit brought by U.S. app developers, what it means for other legal and regulatory threats to the company, and what the implications could be for future Apple platform. Finally, we look at app evolution against the backdrop of how the web and Apple have changed since the early days of the App Store.
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The government is back in Facebook's face. We discuss the dynamics of the new category battleground as well as how its Horizon VR Workrooms advance its metaverse ambitions. Next, a look at whether Google's tactics in keeping its app store on top crossed a line. Finally, we discuss the potential of Tesla's humanoid robot.
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In this episode, we look at Google's decision to leave the Qualcomm fold as the maker of struggling Pixel phones hopes to boost its fortunes by boosting AI capabilities with custom silicon even as Qualcomm-loyal Xiaomi reaches new heights of success. Plus, how Match Group adding group video to its dating sites marks the latest in social app functional crossover. Finally, as Sony shows us that millions of people have somehoe procured a PlayStation 5, we discuss how Nintendo has become an early victim of pandemic-era comps.
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This week's Alexa Live event was filled with announcements about Amazon's agent, including a push beyond voice and a way for developers to sell skills and products. We discuss why it could be the most significant change for Alexa yet. Plus, Zoom takes on its first vertical in a big customer service vendor acquisition, and Netflix will start its push beyond video with mobile games; we discuss the tradeoffs.
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We discuss what impact Microsoft easing cloud access to Windows could have on security and the PC market. Meanwhile, Netflix' huge app installed base could provide an advantage as it jumps into the streaming game market. Finally, we look at why Twitter ended its experiment with ephemeral content via fleets.
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China's taking a different approach to reeling in its biggest tech successes than the U.S. Meanwhile, TikTok continues continues to stretch its service into new realms with video resumes. And Qualcomm partners with ASUS to launch a phone for a technology showcase. Is it the start of a successor to Google's failed Nexus program?
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As Facebook'scourt win against the FTC dredges up limitaitons of antitrust laws, Instagram chases TikTok, which is chasing YouTube. Meanwhile, in less entertaining applications, Salesforce, now armed with Slack, may be driving an alliance with Amazon and Dropbox to take on rival Microsoft as Windows 11 integrates Teams.
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Windows 11 goes beyond a makeover to challenge Apple. Meanwhile, Mozilla and others are providing new options for privacy choices as Google tries to bake up a new post-cookie future.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights into the biggest tech stories, including:
—What a continuing privacy push and deeper health focus at WWDC say about Apple's evolution
—Whether Google and Microsoft can take their streaming game services to the next level with popular device integrations
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights into the biggest tech stories, including:
—what the Computex announcements from nVidia and AMD mean for the future of graphics acceleration and AI
—why Twitter's bet on collectives could prove stickier for creators than Substack
—how Huawei might win allies in the uphill battle that faces with its Android variant, HarmonyOS
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Who's keeping it 💯? We are as we celebrate our 100th episode with our first-ever guest: Betaworks partner and tech media pioneer Peter Rojas to share his fascinating take on the Apple-Epic lawsuit, the evolution of the creator economy, and all things social gaming.
Plus, join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as we provide insights into the biggest tech stories, including:
—why Amazon has made its second-largest acqusition ever in purchasing the House of Bond, MGM
—what the Switch has done for Nintendo and where it may take it with a new model later this year
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights into the biggest tech stories, including:
—analysis of the far-ranging announcements at Google I/O, including a privacy approach shift, new Workspace features, natural language leaps, and holographic conferencing
—how Spotify is waging a two-front war against Apple and Amazon in a bid to dominate audio as Netflix eyes gaming
—what obstacles "camera company" Snap must overcome as it steps up its AR investments
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights into the biggest tech stories, including:
—how Facebook is reacting to iPhone users' overwhelming tracking opt-out.
—why Roku is cornered as it negotiates with Google over YouTube
—whether Microsoft has learned an important lesson by canceling Windows 10x
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what the outcome of Facebook's Oversight Board means for the future of the the site's governance
—how the latest Twitter acquisitions and features are fueling its push into in the creator economy
—the innovations from IBM and Lightmatter driving computing beyond today's processor limitations
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—whether Apple's earnings reveal continued pandemic demand or more generational change drivers as 5G expands
—how Facebook continues to seek business diversification via a Clubhouse-like Instagram mode, a greater commerce focus, and more
—how Samsung has continued to weave its ecosystem message together with the Galaxy Book Pros
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—whether Apple's new iMac and iPad mean can boost demand for desktops and powerful tablets
—how Apple's new AirTags product stacks up to competition from Tile as regulatory scrutiny increases
—how Facebook and Google are going deeper into their own networks with video privacy standards to maximize ad models
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what Microsoft's purchase of Nuance Communications means for healthcare and beyond
—how Apple's rumored HomePod extensions could transform the TV experience
—how Jeff Bezos' final shareholder letter lays out a roadmap for Amazon.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—how the Mac has become a pawn in the battle between Epic Games and Apple reaches trial
--what are the next steps for Clubhouse as its valuation reaches what Twitter tried to buy it for
---how Best Buy can optimize the service bundle in its new Best Buy Beta subscription program
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
---how Intel is positioned in its bold new move to ramp up its own, and others', chip production
---why Medium decided to pivot yet again in the evolving web media landscape
—how Apple is trying to position the web as a rival to its app store
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
---how Sony and Facebook are defining control of extended reality with controllers and wearables
---whether Facebook's curtailing of groups can help improve its user experience as it and Twitter take on Substack and Clubhouse
—how Apple and Intel are reviving old commercial characters as they again become silicon rivals
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
--why Apple's iPhone mini hasn't lived up to the lofty success of other iPhone 12 models
---the latest on non-fungible tokens' (NFT) impact on the art world and digital assets
—why YouTube and YouTube TV are making living room inroads and the implications for streaming incumbents
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
---whether Microsoft can holoport customers to VR collaboration with its new Mesh offering
—how Square hopes its investment in Tidal brings music to the Street's ears and how Qualcomm hopes to drown out Apple's AirPods with Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound.
—what the latest smartwatch market numbers mean for Apple, Huawei, and Google.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—whether Facebook's make a better case against Apple that people want personalized advertising
---how Google and LG are ramping up their smart TV operating systems to take on Samsung and Roku
—what the passing of the iconic Fry's Electronics retail chain means for the future of tech discovery
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—how Facebook's battle with Australia sets up another contrast with Google's conflict avoidance
---what implications Chrome OS passing macOS has for both Apple and Microsoft
—why Amazon is perfectly suited for its own take on product crowdfunding
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—how the race to compete with surging Clubhouse fits in with social media revenue diversification
---how Salesforce has boosted Slack's promise by declaring the death of 9-to-5
—what the TikTok policy change could mean for U.S. policy toward China tech
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what we can expect from the CEO transition at Amazon
---what game development studio closures mean for Google's Stadia service.
—the takeaways from the latest Apple augmented reality and car rumors
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what impact the Reddit-fueled GameStop run-up has for algorithmic investing
---what contributed to Apple's record-breaking quarter
—why Facebook is moving toward war with Apple but Google is not
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what Biden administration policies and priorities will mean for tech companies
—how a website identifying faces from the Capitol riot has implications for privacy
--what Apple gains and loses if it pursues a VR headset
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on the biggest tech stories, including:
—what the big trends at this year's CES mean for the future of TVs, PCs, and digital living
—what the Galaxy S21 and Galaxy Buds Pro mean for Samsung's competitive position
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as we check in before CES with an episode to ring in the new year that includes:
—What the Facebook and Twitter responses to the Capitol riot could mean for the future of political speech online
--How smart glasses offerings from Facebook, Amazon and others are evolving in the consumer and enterprise space.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as we look back at 2020 and look ahead to 2021 to analyze the industry's biggest tech stories, including:
—How tech and other industries will take the first steps toward the post-pandemic future
—How Google and Facebook will react to their government lawsuits as Apple faces developer protest.
—How the trade war between the U.S. and China may engulf new companies and geographies
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
—Facebook's attack of Apple's forthcoming privacy changes
—Twitter's attempts to change personal communication and interactions
—Roku's win of HBO Max
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.Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
—Whether government actions to break up Facebook would be feasible or effective
—How new wearables from Amazon and Apple push boundaries on privacy and price.
—Why the backlash to Disney and WarnerMedia disrupting movie release windows could extend beyond the pandemic
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.Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
—Whether Salesforce can keep Slack momentum going as the enterprise chat pioneer faces daunting competition from Microsoft
—How Amazon is expanding its podcast horizons with Wondery as Spotify touts Anchor's long tail
—How FedEx can leverage ShopRunner versus Amazon's and Walmart's free shipping options.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
—How the launch of Amazon Pharmacy illustrates what the retail giant can leverage as it enters a new business
—Why Google chose to partner with banks instead of going it alone as it expands Google Pay
—How Apple's reborn M1-based Macs lay the foundation for the next generation of apps and devices
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
—What the passing of California's Proposition 22 means for Uber, Lyft, and other gig economy companies
—How California Privacy Rights Act (Proposition 24) and Michigan's Proposition 2 could help shape national data privacy law.
—How social media has responded to baseless election claims and what it means for the future of disinformation.
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Join Shawn DuBravac of Avrio Institute and Ross Rubin of Reticle Research as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
- The Senate again takes on social media. We take on the potential of custom social scoring algorithms
- What Samsung is doing to keep customers engaged at the high end of its product line
- Raising prices in a pandemic? We look at some driving motivators behind Netflix's price bump
.Go beyond the headlines in every episode of Techspansive!
Join Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin as they provide insights on this week's biggest tech stories, including:
-The DOJ lawsuit against Google: Dive into how Google maintains search dominance and the impact of different remedies
-Facebook takes on features of Nextdoor: Examine the potential effect given Facebook's record of integrating competitive features
-Quibi calls it quits while Apple TV pushes forward: Learn how Apple's runway is letting it make moves Quibi couldn't
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In this episode, Shawn and Ross share all the news around Apple's new iPhones from the new value-driven mini to the Pro's esoteric photography features, as well as discuss HomePod mini as a key component of its home services play against Amazon and Google. Next, we discuss how Zoom is taking advantage of its moment in the sun to move (and drag competitors) deeper into the consumer space.. And finally, Spotify's new hybrid playlist format lets anyone host their own radio-style playlist-podcast hybrid. We discuss why we think it's a neat idea, but one that would also play well for Apple.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross drill down into the House of Representatives report on the market positions of Amazon, Apple, Google, and Facebook. We discuss the potential effectiveness of proposed remedies as well as the challenges in applying today's antitrust laws to the foursome's diverse offerings. We also look at Microsoft's foray into setting app store fairness rules even as it concedes that it operates an app store that doesn't abide by them. Finally, not all breakups as forced as IBM proposes the next step in divesting one of its businesses, leaving the remaining Big Blue more agile to focus on AI and the cloud.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross break down the announcements from Google's scaled-down device event as major lawsuit and regulatory clouds loom, and talk about why the search giant continues to invest in devices despite low market share. Next, it's on to Microsoft's new laptops, which both push the envelope on ARM-based device performance while hitting the heart of the back-to-school notebook segment with the Surface Book Go. Finally, we look at two divergent efforts to track physiology: Amazon's palm-reading technology coming to its Go stores and HP's addition of heart rate, facial and eye tracking to its Reverb 2 headset intended for corporate training exercises.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at Amazon's big device launch, including a home surveillance drone and the Luna cloud gaming service. In other gaming news, we discuss how Microsoft's purchase of Bethesda fortifies XBox Game Pass even though Microsoft will have to furnish a few PlayStation exclusives. Finally, we look at Epic's latest move in its battle against Apple as the Fortnite company enlists developers such as Spotify and Match.com to form an app store reform coalition
In this episode, Shawn and Ross analyze the launch of Apple's announcement of the Apple Watch Series 6 and SE, and how the Fitness+ service they drive fits into its new Apple One service bundle that demands more affordable hardware. We also look at the launch of the Oculus Quest 2 VR headset, which surpasses its predecessor at a lower price, and how it plays into Facebook's grand design for social computing. Finally, as these next-gen platforms take hold, LG has launched the Wing. We discuss how the swiveling dual-screen phone offers a different proposition than designs from Samsung and Microsoft in a telecom market that's undergoing consolidation.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss how Microsoft is attacking the market based on our hands-on time with the Surface Duo, reactions to the surprise announcement of the value-priced XBos One S challenging Sony, and rumors hat he company will hit the PC price mainstream with a new Surface Laptop. Plus, how Google and Amazon are rediscovering the humble phone conversation and Facebook goes back to college.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross examine the impact of Qualcomm's plans to bring 4G to entry-level phones. Plus, we take on how Samsung can justify it's $2,000 Galaxy Z Fold 2 during the pandemic. And finally, how Alexa Residential is offering homebuilders a chance to welcome new buyers with a familiar helpful assistant.
.In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at why we've seen Big Tech, highlighted by Apple reaching a $2 trillion market cap, has grown at the expense of other sectors during the pandemic. Plus, we debate whether Zoom's burst onto consumer video chat devices represents an extension of its strategy or a deviation from its enterprise focus. Finally, as a startup announces plans for a new BlackBerry smartphone in 2021, we look at what it might offer that TCL didn't.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at how the simmering conflict over app stores has boiled over in a melee between Epic and platform providers Apple and Google as we pose the question of whether any companies can muster enough pressure to influence rule changes. Next, we take on the potential of an Apple content bundle and what could be a slam dunk next step as a services play. Finally, Microsoft's new Surface Duo may be a tough sell in a locked-up economy, but we discuss why it's a bold move and the implications it could have on the Windows and Android ecosystems.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at Samsung's latest announcements, including its latest smartphone tour de force, the Galaxy Note 20, its attempt at Android tablet relevance with the Tab S7, and its promising preview of the next Galaxy Fold Z. Meanwhile, as the electronics giant steps up its relationship with Microsoft, we take on why its corporate-focused partner would have interest in TikTok, as well as the challenges that it and other Big Tech rivals face as they navigate the rules of Apple's app store with streaming game services.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the latest developments among the major carriers' 5G rollouts, as well as how T-Mobile is keeping up its pro-consumer messaging as it retires the Sprint brand. Next, we look at Apple's opportunity to grow the Mac's share as it adds more homegrown tech form its iPad and iPhone lines. Finally, we explore Microsoft's smart marketing move in working with the NBA to have fans join basketball games via Microsoft Teams on giant displays as Microsoft's Slack competitor keeps rolling along.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the latest moves in the self-driving car space as Elon Musk says Tesla is close to perfecting fully autonomous cars in the wake of Amazon buying startup Zoox. Next, we look at the potential for a subscription-based Twitter and how that social network's latest moves contrast with Facebook's. Finally, as Nvidia passes Intel's market cap, we take a look at the initial benchmarks at the chips that will be powering the next generation of Macs.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross thoroughly analyze many of the announcements from WWDC, starting off with many aspects of the Mac's switch to Apple silicon. We also talk about the changes coming to iOS 14 and Apple's embrace of machine learning and algorithms in its wearable products, Apple Watch and AirPods. Finally, an updated discussion of the company's approach to privacy and how it is being unusually open to industry alliances in its smart home and car access approaches.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at two companies that stand to benefit from a continued emphasis on the digital home. First, Sony reveals the PlayStation 5, a major milestone that's expected to set a new standard in console graphics while testing the pockets of early adopters. We look at how the landscape is shaking out for the 2020 holiday seasons nd beyond. Meanwhile, Sonos gets slapped by Google with a countersuit to the patent infringement case that it launched against the mammoth tech company earlier this year. We offer our take on what the real threats are to Sonos and what it may mean for the future of agent technology in home audio.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at continued consolidation in the food delivery service landscape as GrubHub attracts acquisition interest. Next, a look at how improving financial reports, new investment rounds, and IPO filings are signaling cautious optimism for the many tech startups. Finally, we discuss recent rumors that Apple may be moving to bundle its content offerings and why the timing might be right for such a move.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross break down the feud between President Trump and Twitter, looking at my of the elements of Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act. Plus, we look at Microsoft's Fluid Framework for modular documents, evaluate a VR comeback attempt for HTC's co-founder, and discuss whether the messy launch of HBOMax will do much to hurt the service in the long term.
In this week's episode, Shawn and Ross talk about Microsoft's announcements from this week's Build conference. We also discuss what's happening in the world of podcasts. Joe Rogan is going exclusive on Spotify while Bloomberg reports Audible is in talks to acquire celebrity podcasts and Amazon Music is preparing to add podcasts.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at how Big Tech is taking advantage of market volatility to swoop in and acquire companies that fill out their offerings. These include direct competitive response in the case of Facebook buying Giphy and Uber eyeing GrubHub, market expansion in the case of Microsoft buying Metaswitch, and farther-flung VR dreams in the case of Apple buying NextVR. Plus, we look at the competitive dynamics of the video meeting market among Zoom, Microsoft and Google in the context of office population. Finally, we end with a note about Huaweii's clever circumvention of the U.S. tech ban as it puts a sheen of new tech on last year's P30 smartphone.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at how tech companies are banding together and launching initiatives to help with the COVID-19 crisis, including Facebook’s Data for Good and Apple’s and Google’s joint efforts on a way to trace contact with individuals who have tested positive. Plus, we discuss some new initiatives that should result in dramatically better Wi-Fi and interoperability between connected gadgets in the smart home before discussing the latest rumors about Apple turning to its own chips in the Mac in the near future.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at how some long-neglected device categories have been thriving during the COVID-19 pandemic. Plus we take on how both established app makers such as Facebook and startups such as Quibi to accommodate new realities by focusing on more intimate experiences. Finally, we continue looking at Amazon's logistics and brand have thrived during the pandemic even as shipping delays have driven consumers to take a second look at alternatives such as Walmart.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross continue looking at COVID-19's impact on tech companies, including Amazon and Zoom, two that have seen significant scrutiny while acting as key resources for many businesses and consumers. Plus, a look at the completion of the T-Mobile/Sprint merger and how investment in 5G could change the game if quarantines are needed in the future.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross offer a personal take on COVID-19 and look at the impact it’s having on the tech sector, including the Zoom boom, upheaval in the gig economy, the demise of OneWeb, and disruption of the spring season developer conferences.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the rocky revival path of two of the most stories phone brands in BlackBerry and RAZR. Plus, we look at how the coronavirus is wreaking havoc on the Mobile World Congress event at the end of the month as companies pull out, citing employee safety concerns. Finally, we catch up on Uber's latest earnings and take on what the ride-sharing leader should keep and dump as it steps up its timeline toward profitability.
In this episode Shawn and Ross review the earnings from some of the Big Tech companies. We discuss the run-up in Amazon Prime membership and how the service is beating both retail and content memberships, the growth in Apple's iPhone resurgence and wearables growth, and Facebook's rising costs. We also offer our take on the prospects for Quibi, the short-form, video-first content company that's launching soon.
In this episode Shawn and Ross look at two major forces expected to loom large at the annual CES technology event next week. First, we look at the latest AI medical milestone as software outperforms radiologists in detecting breast cancer. Next, it's on to 5G where we take on Samsung's progress report and discuss long-term implications for the next generation network in PCs and far beyond.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross show that, unlike Star Wars trilogies, Facebook's privacy saga has no end as the company navigates around more hot water for location tracking. Will the company ever earn consumers' trust and will consumers ever care enough to act on "creepy" tracking? We also discuss news that Facebook may be developing its own operating system, picking up the Android backlash thread from previous episodes. Finally, some of tech's biggest names are fiercest competitors are partnering for a new home networking standard, but what will it mean for smart home monitoring?
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at Trump’s visit to the Apple facility in Austin and what the company gains from hosting the president. Next, we look at how more companies are scaling back the kinds of data they make available to partners and users. We then dive into PayPal’s purchase of Honey as it faces growing threats from mobile platform owners, and flip back to the future with a look at the reborn RAZR folding-screen phone from Lenovo’s Motorola.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss Google's acquisition of Fitbit and what it means for the company's wearable ambitions. Then it's on to Apple earnings where the company's growing services have overcome slumping iPhones, and, finally, how NBC's streaming service may have to muscle its way into a crowded field.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss the earnings from Amazon and Softbank's deal for WeWork.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss the products announced at Google’s hardware event, including the promising PixelBuds, midrange PixelBook Go, and the maligned Pixel 4 with its innovative radar sensor. Plus, we share thoughts on Netflix’s recent earnings and how it can possibly outmaneuver the growing flood of competitors that own valuable content properties.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross offer their takes on Microsoft's Surface hardware launch event in NYC.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross offer their takes on the significance of the many products in Amazon’s Alexa hardware announcement, with a contrast to Apple’s more evolutionary upgrades. Plus, subscription game passes gain momentum with Apple Arcade, Google Play Pass and the release of Nintendo’s mobile Mario Kart. Finally, we look at Uber’s play to be your life’s OS with its app platform and car network.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss all the major announcements from Apple’s September event, including the evolutionary updates of the iPhone and Apple Watch and the competitively stronger iPad. Plus, we contrast content-rich Disney+ and audience-rich TV+ and end on the latest moves in the grocery battle between Walmart and Amazon.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss changes Facebook is making to its messaging portfolio, trying another another app called Threads for Instagram users while giving businesses more play in Messenger. Plus, a look at Microsoft’s continued retreat from tablets as its next Surface draws near and how Disney is courting Disney+ subscribers with aggressive, long-term deals.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross discuss the S-1 filing for the company behind WeWork as it seeks to raise $1 billion in an IPO and elevate the world’s consciousness, and argue why a recession might not be all bad news for the real estate/“tech” company. We also discuss a move to make progress on robocalls through a new standard that has carriers cooperating, and look at what the latest economic indicators might portend both for startups raising capital and the tech giants.
In this week's episode, Shawn and Ross discuss Samsung's recent announcements, exploring the implications of the new Galaxy Note 10 and Galaxy Note 10+, the S Pen, and DeX.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the paths of Apple, which is building successful services, and Facebook, which is struggling with its hardware. Also, in advance of Samsung’s event this week, a look at the state of Android beyond the smartphone.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the evolution of Prime Day and the effects its having on competitors and seasonality. Plus, we look at Microsoft’s strong cloud growth and Netflix’s earnings miss as the streaming giant starts to encounter danger signs from competition.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross return from a break to look at Facebook's many transactional initiatives, including its plan to monetize subscriptions to content creators and the tie-in to its cryptocurrency Libra. How far can the company go in creating a WeChat-like platform? Plus, some thoughts on what we can expect at next week's antitrust hearings for Big Tech as Amazon and Google decide put aside their battle over video devices and YouTube.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at some of the major announcements leading up to and at E3. We’ll have details on the Project Scarlet, the next generation of Xbox, the availability of Google Stadia, and previews of Microsoft xCloud as we look at the future of downloads vs. streaming. We also discuss Apple’s heavy investment in Apple Arcade. Finally, we offer our takes on an ’80s videogame brand trying to make a 2D comeback in a world of 3D games.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross lay out the major themes at WWDC, including the differentiation that Apple receives in protect users’ privacy and building bridges both among its platforms and to third-party services. Of course, there’s plenty to say about renewed independence for watchOS and the new iPadOS, Apple targeting the most demanding users with the Mac Pro, and the visual impact of the new Apple Maps and ARKit 3. Finally, we hit pause for a moment of silence for iTunes as it is replaced by smaller, more focused apps.
In this week's episode, Shawn and Ross discuss the Huawei ban and it's implications for 5G, as well as the risk of retaliatory measures. Our Lightning Round takes on Amazon's rumored emotion-reading wearable, Rotten Tomatoes' move to verify movie reviews, and Panic's newly unveiled Playdate.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross take stock of some of the major announcements of I/O, Google’s annual developer event. including how it has answered Apple’s privacy challenge, its latest AI advances, and its new Android device announcements. Our Lightning Round takes on Facebook’s breakup argument, Blue Origin’s literal moonshot, and Redfin’s direct home sales. And our Startup of the Week tackles fake news with machine learning.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross analyze the news from Facebook's F8 event and explore the implications moving forward for Facebook, Instagram, and the other FB properties. In the Lightning Round, we take a look at Marriott's launch of Homes & Villas, an Airbnb competitor, Google's launch of CallJoy, a $39/month virtual customer service agent aimed at small US businesses, and the demise of robotics start-up Anki.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross feel the love as they discuss the sudden reconciliation between Apple and Qualcomm' just as its court case was getting underway and the role Intel likely played along with Amazon's and Google's progress toward supporting each others' video efforts. Then, the Lightning Round includes discussion of the Samsung Galaxy Fold screen issues, free music tiers for smart speakers from Amazon and Google, and Google opening up Android in the EU to new browser and search engine choices. Plus, we celebrate the launch of the podcast's new web home at https://techspansive.com/
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the growth of AI in the cloud, including the announcements from the Google Next and Qualcomm AI events in San Francisco. Our Lightning Round takes on new Acer's powerful ConceptD PCs for creators, YouTube TV's price hike, and the launch of Apple's podcast website in light of Spotify's moves. And our startup spotlight looks at Gooroo, a marketplace that uses AI to match students and tutors.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at some of the early signs of momentum around Apple’s music and news services. Meanwhile, Netflix drops support for an Apple technology in what may be a sign of growing pains. Our Lightning Round takes on AirPower’s failure, Alexa earbuds and the quick end of Google’s ethics board. Finally, our new startup spotlight looks at Ouvos, crowdsourced navigation for bikes and scooters.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross break down the premium video strategies of Apple and Google in a saturating field and look at the state of mixed reality as Magic Leap launches. Plus, LG's G8 ThinQ, the WSJ in Apple News+, and McDonald's big data play.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross take on the recent Apple announcements, including:
• the significance of Apple’s new hardware,
• what the new Apple Card means for the future of payments,
• the company’s double-barreled entry into TV services with the new Apple TV app and Apple TV+,
• the impact of Apple News+, and
• how Apple Arcade stands to improve the state of games for consumers, developers and, of course, Apple itself.
In this episode, Shawn and Ross look at the dynamics at play in the competitive dispute between Spotify and Apple as well as major trends in the games market such as Microsoft's cross-platform ambitions. Finally, in our Lightning Round, Garmin makes its Marq on luxury watches, Lyft justifies its scooter and bike push, and Google Docs makes sure kids get the message.
Fresh off of Shawn’s triumphant run at the Tokyo marathon, Shawn and Ross talk about a recent hands-on experience with Microsoft’s HoloLens 2. We also go deep on the latest wave of news of Facebook, including its privacy pivot and Patreon competitor. Finally, the Lightning Round strikes on Huawei’s lawsuit, wrist phones, and the debut of Tim Apple.
In this episode of Techspansive, Shawn and Ross review the highlights of Samsung's high-profile product launch ahead of MWC, peer into the future of VR with hands-on experience of the first eye-resolution headset, and look at Apple's continued services push with a potential Goldman Sachs partnership. Plus, our Lightning Round topics include the fate of Bixby, disclosure about hidden sensors, the 5G iPhone timeline, and Google's streaming gaming service.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin delve into Amazon’s purchase of eero and what it means for access to Alexa. Next, we look at the promise of Apple’s services launch in March and its potential for publishers. Ross and Shawn then talk about their hometown dynamics and how they contributed to Amazon’s decision to leave New York City but stay in Virginia. Finally, no prefabricated cubicle can shield you from the excitement of the new Techspansive Lightning Round.
In this episode. Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin talk about the big moves that Spotify has made in the podcast space as it seeks to shore up its business against platform providers and emulate successful models of Netflix and YouTube. In addition, they look at the impact that Facebook and other companies face as new regulations require greater transparency when combining data from multiple media properties. Finally, Ross and Shawn take a look at the latest in 5G as Sprint sues AT&T over its network branding and T-Mobile says it plans to sit out creating a bundle of broadband TV programming.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin look at the rising role of the hearable within consumer tech ecosystems and what they mean as companies such as Apple increasingly embrace services. Plus, we’ll discuss how Apple’s focus on privacy could pay off should it become a major healthcare player and some of the experiments by major and fringe smartphone vendors in advance of Mobile World Congress later this month.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin talk about some major tech themes that surfaced at CES. First, we take up how flexible and modular displays can blur device boundaries and open up new applications such as full-wall displays. Next, we discuss how the arrival of 5G and edge computing and 5G will challenge companies to develop new application strategies that make different tradeoffs between centralized control and sensor-driven responsiveness.
In this special CES episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin analyze some of the first major stories and trends at the show, including how Apple has moved to partner with leading TV manufacturers and is spreading its message on privacy protection. Plus, sensors are improving everything from bread baking to surfing as long-awaited technologies finally materialize.
This week Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin discuss Apple's warning and what it means for the future of Apple.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin hand out report cards to five big tech ecosystem companies — Amazon, Apple, Facebook, Google, and Microsoft. We’ll discuss some of their biggest highlights and lowlights and assign a final grade for the year as well as consider what’s in store for them in 2019.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin discuss the implications of recent tests that show how well major voice agents fare when asked a range of questions across topics and what Apple's promotion of a recent Google hire to the executive team might mean for the future of its AI efforts. Also, on the day that AT&T launches its mobile 5G network, we share some thoughts about what the long-awaited wireless standard means in the short-term and what applications it may enable in years to come.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin discuss the announcements that Qualcomm made at its Snapdragon Summit — first up, some impressive new applications for artificial intelligence, Then we assess the company’s entrance into the PC market against a charging Intel and the state of Moore’s Law. Finally, we discuss how Facebook’s latest rumored push into premium video may bring it into a crowded field, but one in which it brings some significant advantages.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin look at Apple and Amazon working together to get Apple Music on Amazon Echo devices and what it means for Apple's continued moves into content. Plus, we look at the impact of Stories in social media as Instagram moves to reign in anonymous "finsta" accounts with its "close friends" feature and YouTube provides another way for its top content producers to reach out to their audiences with the ephemeral post format.
Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin discuss all things Seattle in this week's episode. Amazon announces two new headquarters - one in Shawn's backyard and one in Ross'. Rumors of a disc-less Xbox One swirl and Windows opens to native apps on ARM.
In this week’s episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin take a look at all the recent developer announcements from Samsung, including its expansion of Bixby, OneUI user interface, and a sneak peek at its long-awaited foldable phone. Together, they indicate much about Samsung’s struggle to differentiate in an Android world and the evolving ways in which we might expect to use technology as smartphone alternatives become more powerful.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin dive in to Apple's recent launch of the iPad Pro and what it means for the future of the tablet market. Also, a look at multiparty video chat and its impact on a younger generation. Finally, why the talk of Black Friday may be coming from the Echo Dot and Google Home mini.
In this week's podcast, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin weigh the pros and cons of Palm's new phone that is more than a smartphone but not intended to be a primary smartphone. The sleek device should attract those willing to pay a premium for a calmer and lighter mobile experience. We also talk about the new Focus smart glasses and compare its trade-offs to other augmented reality products to advance the early work of Google Glass. And we close out with a discussion of Tim Cook's comments about privacy to the EU and how they fit into Apple's positioning.
In this episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin compare and contrast the recent phone and smartwatch launches from LG and Huawei. What do different smartwatch paths say about Google's strategy and the future of wearables in the mass market? Plus, real estate that anticipates autonomous vehicles and an Alexa-equipped food preservation device that can measure and track consumption.
n this week's episode, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin dive deep into Google's AI-driven device announcements covering the Pixel 3, Pixel Slate and Home Hub. Can these new products compete and drive volume for the search giant? We'll also trade thoughts on what Essential could be building with its rumored agent-driven phone and share some impressions of Magic Leap's announcements at its augmented reality developer event. Plus, get ready for the a la carte future of airline ticket purchases.
This week, Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin dig into the announcements from Microsoft's Surface event in NYC. That sets up a broader discussion of how the major tech giants approach hardware and its integration with their other strategic initiatives. Plus, Shawn shares his impression of the Amazon Go store in Chicago and what businesses might feel the impact of its competition.
Shawn DuBravac and Ross Rubin discuss Oculus Quest and the future of #VR, Alexa Consumables and the future of monetizing content, the SiriusXM acquisition of Pandora, the new Amazon 4-Star Store in NYC, and more.
Shawn and Ross discuss everything Amazon announced and what it means for the future of tech.