The podcast covers topics such as the 'Florida man' phenomenon, Rockstar Games' legal battle, Open AI's use of chat GPT, Google's missed potential and branding issues, Apple's potential AI features, the controversy surrounding Beeper Mini, US government monitoring on iOS and Google Android devices, and Nintendo's online service and emulators.
Apple's crackdown on Beeper app highlights the ongoing struggle for interoperability between messaging platforms.
Apple and Google confirm US government monitoring of push notifications on iOS and Android devices.
Deep dives
Beeper Mini gives Android users access to iMessage
Beeper Mini, an app that allows Android users to participate in iMessage chats, gained popularity quickly before Apple closed down the loophole it was using. However, Beeper has since released an updated version that requires users to log in with their full Apple ID and iCloud account. The drama surrounding this app and Apple's actions has led to accusations of aggressive monopoly practices, with some calling for government intervention. The situation is still evolving, but it highlights the ongoing struggle for interoperability between different messaging platforms.
Apple and Google monitoring push notifications
Apple and Google have confirmed that the US federal government is monitoring push notifications on both iOS and Android devices. This comes after it was revealed that the companies have been serving as a digital post office for relaying these notifications. Apple will be updating its transparency reports to include details on these types of requests.
Elizabeth Warren accuses Apple of anti-competitive practices
Senator Elizabeth Warren has accused Apple of using its tech monopoly to lock in profits and prevent Android users from accessing iMessage. This follows Apple's crackdown on Beeper, an app that provided interoperability between Android and iMessage, among other messaging platforms. Apple claims that Beeper violated its terms of service, while Warren argues that Apple's actions are indicative of aggressive monopoly practices.
The appeal of Super Nintendo
The Super Nintendo, or SNES, still holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers. With classic games like Zelda: A Link to the Past, Donkey Kong, Super Mario World, and Super Mario Kart, it is no wonder that these titles are still beloved today. While some play SNES games through official emulators like Nintendo Online, others enjoy the nostalgia of playing on original hardware, with various options for adding modern conveniences such as SD card adaptors.
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