Sonos loses to Google, and Threads takes on Twitter
Oct 13, 2023
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Topics discussed in this podcast include the Meta Quest 3 review, Google gadgets, Threads' competition with Twitter, Sonos' legal battle with Google, the Google Pixel Watch 2 review, Apple search deal, review of the Pixel 8 Pro, Samsung joining Google in RCS shaming Apple, Sony's new PS5 with a removable disc drive, and more
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Apple's search partnership with Google prevents potential competition in the search market, creating a barrier for other search providers.
Being the default search engine in Safari gives Google significant market share and search queries, hindering competition in the search market.
Apple's exclusive deal with Google in Safari creates a moat that limits competition and innovation in the search market.
Deep dives
Apple's search deal with Google is at the heart of the trial
The United States versus Google trial has highlighted the significance of the search deals Google makes with other vendors, particularly with Apple. The trial argues that these deals provide an illegal benefit to Google's search monopoly. Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, testified that being the default search engine in Safari gives Google such market share and search queries that no other startup could compete. The trial suggests that Apple's search partnership is a moat protecting Google's search dominance, and if it were given to another search provider, it would create a serious competitor to Google overnight.
Satya Nadella's testimony reveals the role of Apple in the search market
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, testified in the United States versus Google trial and made a compelling argument about the significance of Apple in the search market. Nadella stated that Bing, Microsoft's search engine, would spend billions of dollars just to be the default search engine in Safari, as it can quickly gain market share by being the default option. The argument brought forth is that Apple's deal with Google prevents any potential competition in the search market. The trial suggests that allowing other search providers, such as DuckDuckGo, to be the default option in Safari could lead to the emergence of a significant Google competitor.
The impact of Apple's default search deal with Google
The default search deal between Apple and Google has become a focal point in the United States versus Google trial. Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, presented testimonial evidence suggesting that being the default search engine in Apple's Safari browser results in significant market share and search queries for Google. Nadella argued that if Apple were to provide this default search position to other providers, it could lead to the rise of a serious Google competitor overnight. The trial contends that Apple has created an exclusive moat that hampers competition in the search market.
The significance of Apple's role in the search market highlighted in the trial
The ongoing trial between the United States and Google has shed light on Apple's crucial role in the search market. Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, gave testimony that emphasized the impact of Apple's default search deal with Google. Nadella argued that being the default search engine in Safari allows Google to quickly gain market share and search queries. This, in turn, creates significant barriers to entry for potential search engine competitors. The trial emphasizes that Apple's position as a gatekeeper limits competition and stifles innovation in the search market.
Sonos loses patent lawsuit against Google
In a high-profile patent lawsuit between Sonos and Google, Sonos has suffered a major defeat. Judge William Elsa ruled that Sonos took too long to file complaints against Google for copying their technology, rendering their patents invalid and unenforceable. The judge called Sonos a pretender and labeled Google as the true innovator in the case. Sonos had hoped to secure royalties from tech companies for their technology, but Google has shown no signs of settling. The legal battle between the two companies is likely to continue, while customers suffer from the lack of Google Assistant on new Sonos speakers.
Sony releases slim PlayStation 5
Sony has introduced a slimmer version of its PlayStation 5 console. The new model is 30% smaller by volume and 24% lighter than the original, making it more suitable for home theater setups. The digital edition of the console is now priced at $450, $50 cheaper than before, while the base model with the disc drive will be priced at $499. The console also features improved speakers, providing a better audio experience for users. Despite some minor design improvements, the PlayStation 5 remains a large and bulky console that may still pose challenges for some users in terms of compatibility and fitting in tight spaces.
