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Is the metaverse going to suck? A conversation with Matthew Ball

Decoder with Nilay Patel

CHAPTER

Navigating Tech's Metaverse Challenges

This chapter explores the challenges faced by major tech companies like Apple, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft in the evolving landscape of augmented reality and the metaverse. It highlights the financial implications of Apple's ad tracking changes, competitive dynamics, and the limitations imposed by their ecosystem, while also discussing Google's restructuring efforts and Amazon's mixed success in gaming. The conversation delves into the complexities of AR technology, the consequences of hardware and policy constraints, and the strategic approaches of these giants as they navigate the future of immersive technologies.

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