The Vergecast Asus ROG Zephyrus G14 review / Spotify is acquiring two major podcast tech platforms / The LinkBuds are Sony’s strangest earbuds yet
Feb 18, 2022
Monica Chin, a tech reviewer at The Verge, and Ashley Carman, a senior reporter covering the podcast industry, delve into the latest innovations and trends in tech. They critique the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14’s pricing while dissecting AMD's new processors. They discuss Spotify's bold acquisition of podcast tech platforms and its competitive strategy against YouTube. In a quirky twist, they explore the unique sound experience of Sony's LinkBuds, showcasing the evolving landscape of audio technology.
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G14 Price Increase
- While the new G14 improves upon previous models, its price has increased significantly.
- It now competes with high-end laptops, but its performance doesn't justify the higher cost.
ROG Zephyrus G14 Review
- Monica Chin reviews the Asus ROG Zephyrus G14, a gaming laptop with AMD's Ryzen 9 6900HS.
- The G14 historically offered high frame rates and long battery life at an affordable price.
G14 Features vs. Battery Life
- The new G14 features an "AniMe Matrix" LED display on the lid, 32GB of RAM, and a 16:10 aspect ratio screen.
- Despite these upgrades, its battery life is shorter than the previous G14 model.