The Vergecast Twitter is a mess, Apple 'Far out' rumors, and this week in streaming
Aug 26, 2022
The hosts dive into the chaos at Twitter, discussing whistleblower claims and Elon Musk's ongoing drama. Excitement builds around Apple's upcoming iPhone 14 reveal and its new rugged Apple Watch model. Streaming news heats up as HBO celebrates a record premiere for 'House of the Dragon' while content creation faces tough challenges. Plus, there's buzz about YouTube TV's new feature allowing multi-channel viewing and a sneak peek at the innovative Sonos Optimo 2 speaker set to enhance home audio experiences.
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Apple Watch Category
- Apple is expected to release a rugged sports watch to compete with Garmin.
- This represents a new category for Apple, similar to their initial Apple Watch launch.
Sports Watch Needs
- Apple needs to improve battery life and ruggedness to attract Garmin users.
- The software should be simplified for use during activities.
Big Cheap Screens
- Apple will likely release a larger, cheaper iPhone 14 Max.
- Big, cheap screens always win in the market.