The Vergecast Two new antitrust lawsuits against Google / AirPods Max review / iOS 14.3 has arrived with ProRAW for iPhone 12 Pro
Dec 18, 2020
Adi Robertson, a tech reporter at The Verge focusing on antitrust issues, and Chris Welch, the reviews editor known for his gadget insights, tackle the latest antitrust lawsuits against Google, discussing their potential ramifications. They also dive into Welch's review of Apple's AirPods Max, highlighting its impressive features and drawbacks. Additionally, the conversation explores the new ProRAW capability in iOS 14.3 for the iPhone 12 Pro, signaling exciting advancements in mobile photography.
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Three-Pronged Legal Attack on Google
- Three antitrust lawsuits target Google, focusing on different aspects of their business.
- The lawsuits cover search manipulation, ad tech practices, and agreements with companies like Apple.
Google's Size Impacts Journalism and Legal Strategy
- Google's vastness makes it difficult to cover journalistically, requiring specialized reporters for different areas.
- The company's size also impacts legal strategies, leading to multiple focused lawsuits instead of one broad case.
Ad Tech Complexity as Job Security
- Ryan Pauly quips that ad tech's complexity ensures job security for those involved.
- This complexity makes it difficult to explain the intricacies of ad tech to judges and juries.