

a16z Podcast: When Your PC Expires, What's Next?
Apr 30, 2014
In this engaging discussion, Steven Sinofsky, a former Microsoft executive, shares his insights on the evolution of computing devices. He delves into the decline of iPad sales and the surge in smartphone usage, raising questions about future device choices. Sinofsky and Benedict Evans explore how laptops and tablets are competing for the same customers, the challenges of adapting mobile operating systems, and the changing perceptions of tablets in the workplace. The conversation highlights the blurring lines between phone, tablet, and PC categories as technology and user behavior evolve.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
The Evolution of Computing: From Smartphones to Desktops
04:10 • 5min
Contrasting Software Usability and Device Adoption Trends
08:42 • 4min
Evolving Device Usage in the Modern Workplace
12:19 • 2min
The Blurred Lines of Device Categories and Future Uncertainty
14:46 • 2min