The Vergecast

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 888 processor for 2021 Android phones / Warner Bros. will release new 2021 movies simultaneously on HBO Max / FCC Chairman Ajit Pai will step down on January 20th

Dec 4, 2020
Featuring Julia Alexander, a media and entertainment reporter, and Chaim Gartenberg, a news editor at The Verge, the discussion dives into Warner Bros.' game-changing move to stream all 2021 movies on HBO Max simultaneously with theaters. They explore the exciting capabilities of Qualcomm's new Snapdragon 888 processor, promising faster speeds and better AI for Android smartphones. Regulatory shifts are also a hot topic, particularly with the impending resignation of FCC Chairman Ajit Pai, hinting at changes in the digital landscape.
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ANECDOTE

Nilay's Neighbor

  • Nilay Patel recounts living next door to Carl Lentz, a celebrity preacher.
  • Lentz's celebrity status brought unwanted attention to Patel.
INSIGHT

Simultaneous Release

  • Warner Bros. will release all 2021 movies on HBO Max and in theaters simultaneously in the US.
  • This decision reflects the challenges of the pandemic and the growing importance of streaming.
INSIGHT

Factors Influencing Warner Bros.

  • Warner Bros.' move is influenced by the international success of Tenet and the performance of Mulan on Disney+.
  • This strategy allows studios to test the viability of simultaneous release models.
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