The Vergecast Microsoft's Surface event, Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch reviews, and Meta Connect 2022
Oct 14, 2022
The hosts dive into Meta's latest virtual reality headset, the Quest Pro, and toy with the absurdity of its features. Google's Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch receive mixed reviews, highlighting their struggles against competition. Microsoft's Surface event unveils exciting devices, with a rebranding of Office to Microsoft 365. Surprisingly, Apple and Microsoft collaborate on integrating iCloud into Windows, sparking humorous thoughts on rival alliances. They also ponder the future of streaming ads and the evolving landscape of creator compensation.
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Lisa vs. Quest Pro
- The Apple Lisa, like the Quest Pro, was expensive and cutting-edge but ultimately a commercial failure.
- It highlights the risk of being too far ahead of the market.
Zuckerberg's Convergent Strategy
- Mark Zuckerberg's strategy involves developing high-tech headsets like the Quest Pro alongside simpler AR glasses.
- He believes these two lines will eventually converge into a single product.
Meta's Enterprise Focus
- Meta is partnering with Microsoft and Accenture to promote the Quest Pro for enterprise uses like corporate training.
- This suggests a focus on business applications rather than consumer adoption.