The Vergecast The next Macs and the next Twitter
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Oct 27, 2023 Excitement brews around the upcoming Apple event, teasing fresh Mac releases and new AirPods features. The podcast humorously critiques Twitter's rebranding under Elon Musk, while exploring new contenders like Threads. Conversations shift to past tech missteps, including Microsoft's Windows Phone regrets. Listeners get a peek into evolving social media landscapes, emphasizing community-driven platforms. The financial dynamics of Google's search engine deal with Apple reveal intriguing market implications, rounding off with gaming thrills as they anticipate Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater.
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Folding Phone and Dex Experience
- Nilay Patel tested a Samsung Z Fold 5 with Dex, experiencing jelly scrolling and software issues.
- He found the small folded size impractical and Dex setup cumbersome for meetings in a hybrid work environment.
Microsoft's Missed Mobile Opportunity
- Microsoft could have succeeded in creating a device that transitions between phone and desktop modes.
- Their past failures and current market conditions make another attempt unlikely.
Apple's Primetime Strategy
- Apple's "Scary Fast" event might be a primetime infomercial for Macs.
- The low-stakes nature of the event allows Apple to experiment with primetime.