The Vergecast Apple events, SEO, and other fights
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Nov 3, 2023 The latest discussions spill over from Apple's Mac event featuring a memorable farewell to the Touch Bar. Tech marketing strategies are dissected, spotlighting the gap between glitzy ads and real-world experiences. The conversation also lifts the curtain on SEO's quirky challenges and the evolving landscape of search algorithms. Adding a sprinkle of humor, the hosts reflect on HBO's intern antics and the rising costs of streaming services. Plus, a dive into innovative sound solutions for electric vehicles brings some lighthearted tech humor into the mix!
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Touch Bar Friendship
- Nilay Patel befriended a famous record producer, Oak Felder, because of the Touch Bar.
- They bonded over Felder's appreciation for the Touch Bar's functionality in music production.
Lost the Plot
- Apple's marketing has become generic, resembling other tech companies.
- The recent Mac event lacked the problem-solving focus of classic Apple presentations.
Power Outage
- David Pierce's power outage during an interview led him to record from the Verge's DC office.
- This office, primarily used by corporate staff and Vox.com, has a "sick gamer YouTube channel setup."