The Vergecast Threads' big moment, and Sony's big controller
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Aug 25, 2023 The discussion kicks off with Threads launching its web app, sparking curiosity about its competition with Twitter. Sony's new PlayStation handheld receives mixed reviews due to its price and design. The hosts delve into the NFL's foray into 4K streaming and how AI is revolutionizing sports broadcasting. They also tackle the complexities of AI music copyright, examining its implications on the future of the music industry. With humor and insight, they navigate nostalgia in tech and the evolving landscape of gaming.
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Childhood Computer Rooms
- Listeners shared photos of their childhood computer rooms after Nilay Patel requested them.
- The photos sparked nostalgia and highlighted a shared experience of early computer use.
5G Banana Surgery
- Many people sent Nilay Patel a video of a banana receiving stitches from a surgical robot, claiming it was done over 5G.
- Nilay Patel investigated and found the claim false, promising to expose the truth.
Elon Musk's X Updates
- Elon Musk made several announcements, including removing the block feature on X (formerly Twitter), which sparked controversy.
- X also experienced a glitch that temporarily removed images and links tweeted before December 2014.