

Daily Tech News Show
Tom Merritt
Tom Merritt and the team help you stay up to date with an independent, authoritative and trustworthy tech news briefing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 1, 2024 • 32min
Run, Rabbit, Run... On My Phone! - DTNS 4760
Apple's May 7th event is being billed as "a different kind of Apple Event" we speculate on what that means. Plus prices are used Apple Vision Pros are unexpectedly low. And Android Faithful's Mishaal Rahman details what he discovered about the Rabbit R1 personal assistant. Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Eileen Rivera, Mishaal Rahman, Amos, Roger ChangShow notes here.Quick Hits:https://www.theverge.com/2024/5/1/24146205/lastpass-independent-company-security-breacheshttps://www.theverge.com/24145849/batman-arkham-shadow-trailer-vr-meta-quest-3-exclusivehttps://www.theverge.com/2024/5/1/24145983/anthropic-claude3-model-mobile-app-team-planhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/30/24145259/walmart-health-centers-closehttps://techcrunch.com/2024/04/30/screenshots-suggest-tiktok-is-circumventing-apple-app-store-commissions/https://techcrunch.com/2024/04/30/screenshots-suggest-tiktok-is-circumventing-apple-app-store-commissions/https://www.reuters.com/world/us/most-americans-see-tiktok-chinese-influence-tool-reutersipsos-poll-finds-2024-05-01/Top Stories:https://www.androidauthority.com/rabbit-r1-is-an-android-app-3438805/https://appleinsider.com/articles/24/05/01/gms-carplay-replacement-doesnt-work-well-and-has-a-long-road-ahead-of-itJoin the Discord: https://www.patreon.com/dtnsDiscussion Story:https://9to5mac.com/2024/04/30/apple-may-7-different-kind-event/https://shows.acast.com/apple-vision-showhttps://www.theverge.com/2024/4/27/24142810/apple-vision-pro-ebay-low-priceshttps://swappa.com/listings/apple-vision-proToday’s guest:Eileen Riverahttps://applevisionshow.com@eileentvNext guest:Justin Robert Younghttps://justinrobertyoung.tvhttps://shows.acast.com/worlds-greatest-conhttps://werenotwrong.fireside.fmhttp://freepoliticalnewsletter.com@JustinRYoungShow Links:http://dailytechnewsshow.com/ntxhttp://knowalittlemore.comhttp://dtns.bigcartel.comhttp://www.dailytechnewsshow.com/supporthttp://dtns.tv/wikihttp://sarahlane.comhttps://twitter.com/sarahlanehttps://medium.com/@sarahlanehttps://masto.ai/@sarahlanehttps://havesuchagoodday.comhttp://tomsnewbook.comhttp://swordandlaser.com/storehttp://www.cordkillers.comhttp://awordpodcast.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 1, 2024 • 5min
Batman: Arkham Shadow Will Be Exclusive to Meta Quest 3 - DTH
Exploring sponsorships by United Healthcare Insurance Plans and Mint Mobile, VR Game exclusive to MetaQuest 3, Walmart health center closures, TikTok's strategy with Apple fees, Apple's AI advancements, legal issues with OpenAI and Microsoft, Google's partnership with News Corp, Arc browser debut for Windows.

Apr 30, 2024 • 29min
Can Driverless Trucks Pass the Road-test? - DTNS 4759
On this episode, the podcast covers the plans for self-driving semitrucks in Dallas and Houston, TikTok news including a possible EU ban, and Instagram's algorithm changes to support smaller creators. They also discuss Apple poaching AI experts, Microsoft facing lawsuits, and Google's payment to News Corp for AI content. Additionally, they touch on new headphone releases, SES's acquisition of Intel sat, and the potential future of autonomous trucks in the industry.

Apr 29, 2024 • 29min
ChatGDPR - DTNS 4758
Banned default usernames/passwords on IoT devices in the UK, GDPR complaint against OpenAI, tips for traveling with tech. Tech news updates on Apple iPad, Google Pixel 8, and Elon Musk in China. Discussion on tech accessories for events and a unique travel device for better sleep. Featuring guest Scott Johnson.

Apr 26, 2024 • 34min
US Chips is a Thing - DTNS 4757
Author Chris Miller and tech journalist Sam Rutherford discuss the success of the Chips Act, Apple's Vision Pro headset revenue, and Alphabet's financial performance. They also explore wearable tech preferences, boosting supply chain resilience, and the convenience of insurance coverage for electric vehicles.

Apr 25, 2024 • 33min
Stream Fatigue, I'm Out - DTNS 4756
The podcast discusses the fatigue viewers are experiencing with on-demand streaming services, TikTok facing regulatory actions in the US and Europe, and the fate of Rabbit's R1 AI device. It also explores the challenges of managing multiple streaming subscriptions, the impact of Apple products on individuals with disabilities, and the evolving preferences for free ad-supported television.

Apr 24, 2024 • 30min
Is Meta Trying to Pull an Android? - DTNS 4755
Meta opening up Meta Horizon OS to third-party developers, Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus for Windows laptops, Apple's release of small, open-source AI models for on-device usage, and discussions on ARM-based systems, hardware partnerships, and future gaming consoles.

Apr 23, 2024 • 32min
A Bruised Apple - DTNS 4754
Adobe announces that Photoshop will get the ability to generate images from a text prompt in the app. Plus Ray-Ban’s Meta Smart Glasses now have multimodal AI support. And Apple has an announcement set for 10 AM Eastern time May 7th.Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Roger Chang, Joe.Link to the Show Notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 22, 2024 • 32min
The Clock is Ticking for TikTok - DTNS 4753
US House passes bill requiring ByteDance to sell TikTok US arm. Embracer Group splits into three companies. Subscribing and canceling services changing TV viewing. Discussion on TikTok ban, legal challenges, and global investigations. Apple's potential domination in entertainment industry.

Apr 19, 2024 • 31min
Facebook is Not a Necessity! - DTNS 4752
What options does Meta in operating in the EU if they can't offer a free version that allows them to collect user data or a paid version that charges for the service? Plus in the age of AI powered services is the term “user” outdated? And Netflix announced its Q1 earnings report on Thursday. How well or not did they do?Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Nate Lanxon, Len Peralta, Roger Chang, Joe, Link to show notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.