

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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Jul 23, 2024 • 31min
Fetching the Future of Pet Care - DTNS 4816
Pet health tech expert Cate Lawrence discusses innovative startups improving pet care with tech like at-home diagnostic tools, biosensors, and cancer screening. Amazon hits 500M Alexa-enabled devices sold, new paid-tier version on the way.

Jul 22, 2024 • 30min
Must-Have Tech for Summer – DTNS 4815
Trisha Hershberger shares tech tips for summer travels, reviews ASUS ROG Ally X. Tech news covers Apple's image scanning, Reddit deals with sports leagues, Nvidia chip mods, Android 15 beta hints at satellite connectivity. Discussion on handheld gaming device vs. gaming laptop, essential tech gear for summer includes portable battery packs, smartphones, DJI Osmo pocket, and meta Ray Ban glasses. Importance of tech accessories like Meta Raybans glasses and neck fans, recommendations for staying entertained with earbuds or a Kindle, benefits of using DJI Osmo for stable video recording and live streaming.

Jul 19, 2024 • 35min
All About the CrowdStrike Outage - DTNS 4814
Iyaz Akhtar reviews Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 6. The podcast discusses the CrowdStrike outage, its impact on global PCs, root cause speculation, and resolution steps. They also talk about Samsung's success with over 910,000 pre-orders for Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Flip 6. Detailed review of the devices highlights upgrades, design, pricing, and target user preferences.

Jul 18, 2024 • 28min
Bundles Are the New Cable – DTNS 4813
Exploring how companies are bundling streaming options for the Olympics, conflicting consumer protection laws with AI rollout, and Instagram's research on teen health impact. Discussions on Verizon's bundle with Peacock and Netflix, the rise of streaming service bundling, and tech updates like Apple's open data set response and OpenAI's GPT-40 Mini launch.

Jul 17, 2024 • 31min
How Many Chum Ads Have You Seen? – DTNS 4812
Exploring the impact of in-game advertisements on gamers, including their perceptions and purchasing decisions. Also discussing the approval of lab-grown meat sales in the UK and the potential for Montana Technologies' innovative air conditioning system. Additionally, touching on the latest tech news updates, such as OnePlus products, Google's Pixel phones, and advancements in cloud security acquisitions.

Jul 16, 2024 • 30min
Unfolding Mammoth Jerky - DTNS 4811
Dr. Nicole Ackermans, a paleontology scientist, discusses the creation of a 3D Woolly Mammoth representation. The podcast also covers updates on Bird Buddy's smart bird feeder with AI, and reviews of Xreal's 'Real Beam Pro'.

Jul 15, 2024 • 31min
AT&T's Ransomware Dilemma - DTNS 4810
AMD unveils Ryzen 5 Ryzen 9000 and AI 300 processors. Google eyes acquisition of security startup Wiz. AT&T faced with dilemma over data breach payout. Ethical debates on ransomware payments and data security. Global impacts of data breaches and job market trends.

Jul 12, 2024 • 32min
Making the Food Business Smarter - DTNS 4809
AI expert Michael Wolf discusses how AI is transforming the food industry by predicting consumer behavior, creating new food products, and optimizing supply chains. The podcast also covers innovative spacesuit technology for recycling urine into drinkable water during spacewalks and the introduction of Amazon's shopping assistant chatbot, Rufus.

Jul 11, 2024 • 29min
CNN's Digital Transformation - DTNS 4808
CNN unveils digital strategy to boost viewership. Google & Apple tool for photo transfers. Apple's Vision Pro sales may be slowing. Podcast covers Ford's electric Capri, VR tech, and CNN's restructuring. Special focus on tech updates and promotional offers.

Jul 10, 2024 • 37min
Unfolding Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked - DTNS 4807
Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event reveals new devices like the Galaxy Ring, Fold 6, and Flip 6. Discussion on foldable keyboards, smart glasses as monitors, and advancements in fitness tracking metrics. Updates on Samsung Galaxy Watch 7, Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Buds. Insights on labor union strikes, travel experiences, and podcast updates. Pretty Litter sponsorship highlighted.


