TechCrunch Daily Crunch Daily Crunch 2/21/19
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Feb 21, 2019 The podcast dives into the exciting details of Samsung's foldable Galaxy phone, boasting a 7.3" display and a hefty price tag of nearly $2,000. Lyft's potential IPO is on the horizon, with buzz about its upcoming NASDAQ listing. SoftBank invests big in on-demand storage startup Clutter, signaling interest in innovative storage solutions. In a fascinating discussion, Zuckerberg addresses privacy concerns, stating that charging users for privacy seems wrong. Finally, Trump makes headlines by calling for 6G development, even though it’s still fictional.
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Samsung's Big Product Push
- Samsung unveiled a broad hardware lineup including five phones, earbuds, a virtual assistant, and a watch in one event.
- The Galaxy Fold expands from a 4.6" front display to a 7.3" tablet and starts at $1,980.
Lyft Nearing A Public Listing
- Lyft planned an IPO and reportedly aimed to list on NASDAQ as early as next month.
- Reports from Reuters and the Wall Street Journal cited unnamed sources about Lyft's filing timing.
SoftBank Backs On-Demand Storage
- SoftBank led a $200 million investment in Clutter, an on-demand storage service.
- The deal shows SoftBank's Vision Fund continues to write large checks despite reported investor concerns.