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Alex Cranz

Senior reporter at The Verge covering consumer technology. Discussed the ideal design for an e-ink device.

Top 5 podcasts with Alex Cranz

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30 snips
Jun 26, 2024 • 1h 34min

Where Did Tech's Magic Go? feat. Alex Cranz and Michael Fisher

Tech writer Alex Cranz and YouTube influencer Michael Fisher discuss the tech industry's stagnation in innovation, AR devices, AI technology limitations, and the importance of honest reviews in a lively podcast episode.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 22min

Apple (grumpily) opens up the App Store

Joining the discussion is Alex Cranz, a technology journalist at The Verge, known for her insights on the tech landscape. They dive into Apple's new App Store policies in the EU, exploring risks and opportunities for developers and users alike. The conversation shifts to Netflix's pivot towards traditional cable models with WWE content and a controversial pricing structure. Humorous reflections on 'Yellowstone' and an engaging fashion-tech fusion highlight creative trends, while prep for the upcoming Vision Pro leaves listeners intrigued.
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17 snips
Dec 25, 2024 • 1h 35min

CZM Rewind: Where Did Tech's Magic Go? feat. Alex Cranz & Michael Fisher

In this engaging discussion, tech journalist Alex Cranz and YouTube influencer Michael Fisher dissect the fading allure of modern technology. They explore nostalgic feelings toward past innovations, the stagnation of genuine excitement in new tech, and the struggles of devices like Meta Ray-Bans. The duo critiques the current focus on profits over creativity, calling for authentic innovation. They also touch on the consequences of digital archival challenges and the evolution of consumer technology from early days of Napster to today's AI hype.
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Feb 4, 2024 • 31min

TBD | Streaming Is Cable Now

Alex Cranz, managing editor at the Verge, discusses the increasing number of streaming services and their impact on ad options, rising costs, and the types of shows being made. The podcast explores the challenges faced by streaming services, including content bloat and the impact of ads on show production. It also discusses the potential for collaboration among streaming services and the future of the industry.
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Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 23min

The internet really is a series of tubes

Join Josh Dzieza, a Verge reporter who investigated the undersea cable industry, as he reveals the hidden world that keeps our internet connected. He discusses the laborious process of laying and maintaining these vital cables. Tom Warren and Joanna Nelius dive into the competitive future of Arm chips in laptops, with Microsoft aiming to surpass Apple’s performance. Meanwhile, Alex Cranz answers listener inquiries about the latest in e-readers, spotlighting new Kobo devices and offering tips on the best e-readers available now.