Sean Hollister, a Senior Reporter at The Verge who covers technology and legal battles, joins the discussion to unpack the Epic v. Google trial verdict that shocked many by favoring Epic. He shares courtroom insights and the implications of Google's monopoly over app distribution. The team also dives into the escalating conflict between Beeper and Apple over messaging interoperability, and the ongoing evolution of social media platforms like Threads, testing new features for broader accessibility.

Sean Hollister, a technology reviewer for The Verge with a focus on gaming and consumer electronics, discusses the PlayStation 5 Pro's new features, including improved storage and GPU capabilities that redefine gaming performance. He also dives into the exciting news of backward compatibility for the next Nintendo console and shares insights on Nintendo's legal battles against emulators. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of tech and gaming, highlighting how these advancements are shaping user experiences.

Joining David Pierce are Alex Cranz, a consumer tech expert, Sean Hollister, a gaming electronics journalist, and Victoria Song, a wearable tech reporter. They dive into the best portable gaming consoles, scrutinizing devices like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch, and tackle connectivity issues. Victoria shares insights on smart glasses, testing their audio quality and comparing models like Razer’s Anzu and Amazon's Echo Frames. The group blends humor with tech-savvy discussions, exploring the future of gaming and audio innovations.

Sean Hollister from The Verge, a tech and gaming expert, dives into the recently revealed hack of the Trump campaign, shedding light on foreign threats to US elections. He discusses the implications of this breach and the importance of media literacy in political fundraising. The conversation also touches on the technical challenges of using PSVR2 with PCs, including compatibility issues and the quirks of VR gaming. Finally, they explore innovations ahead of the LA Olympics, including AI-driven event predictions and challenges with electric aircraft.

Sean Hollister from The Verge discusses Intel's Lunar Lake mobile processor, employees advocating for AI risk awareness, and Instagram testing unskippable ads. The podcast also covers updates from Computex, Intel's AI PC initiatives, and OpenAI's accountability measures.