The Vergecast

Meta's VR prototypes, the best earbuds for phone calls, and our dream E Ink device

Jun 22, 2022

Adi Robertson, a staff writer at The Verge, dives into Meta's innovative VR prototypes, highlighting their ambition for high-resolution displays and the intersection of virtual and augmented reality. Chris Welch evaluates various wireless earbuds, revealing insights on call quality and microphone performance in real-world tests. Alex Cranz shares his vision of the perfect e-ink device, discussing potential features and advancements to transform the e-reading experience. Tune in for engaging tech discussions and imaginative device concepts!

59:24

Episode guests

Alex Cranz

Chris Welch

Adi Robertson

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

2min

Exciting New Format and Innovations in VR Technology

2min

Advancements in VR Prototypes

12min

Exploring Photorealism in VR and the Quest for Quality Wireless Earbuds

5min

Earbuds Under Test: Call Quality Evaluation

5min

Wireless Earbuds Showdown

15min

Exciting Promotions and Cutting-Edge Cloud Solutions

2min

Designing the Ideal E-Ink Device

14min

Reimagining E-Ink Devices: The Perfect Tablet Idea

3min

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03:00 - David Pierce talks with Adi Robertson about Meta's VR prototypes she previewed.

19:44 - Chris Welch tests a bunch of wireless earbuds to find out which has the best phone call quality.

40:44 - Alex Cranz and David discuss what their dream E Ink device is, and why it still doesn't exist.

We’re going to do a lot of experimenting on this show, so I hope you’ll tell us what you like and don’t like.

Email us at vergecast@theverge.com, we'd love to hear from you.

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