

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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Dec 21, 2023 • 29min
The Reality of the VR Space - DTNS 4670
This podcast covers the bankruptcy filing of eScooter company Bird and its implications for the industry, Tesla's alleged blame on customers for vehicle failures, and Microsoft's decision to end support for mixed reality headsets. The hosts also discuss the popularity and sustainability of scooters, and explore potential business models and challenges faced by scooter companies.

Dec 20, 2023 • 30min
Fanboy Freakout! - DTNS 4669
Discussion on tech demo featuring various devices. Samsung's self-repair program expansion and patent dispute. The changing landscape of the gaming industry. Challenges of accessing sports content through streaming services. Ransomware attack on Insomniac Games. Reminder of live show schedule and guest announcement.

Dec 19, 2023 • 29min
Google Pays $700 Million, You Get $2 - DTNS 4668
Google settles lawsuit with US attorneys general, TomTom partners with Microsoft for generative models in automobile software, State of VR/AR in 2023, Apple's upcoming Vision Pro in the VR market, Apple's entry into VR and fiber internet rollout in Knoxville, TN.

Dec 18, 2023 • 31min
Bad Week for Apple - DTNS 4667
Apple halts sales of Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2. US lawmakers investigate Apple's blocking of Beeper services. Epic's victory in Epic vs Google case has implications for Android developers.

Dec 15, 2023 • 32min
Disney's Removing the Duct Tape and Bubble Gum - DTNS 4666
The podcast discusses the technical challenges of integrating Disney+ with Hulu, the controversy over devices listening to conversations, the potential of quantum computing and supercomputers, the challenges of integrating Hulu's catalog into Disney Plus, the integration of Hulu into Disney Plus, and a cover profile on a successful gadget reviewer with upcoming content.

Dec 14, 2023 • 32min
Lighting AI Money on Fire - DTNS 4665
AI demos are difficult to turn into usable products, according to Cloudflare CEO. Dropbox launches new AI-powered search feature, sparking privacy concerns. Threads expands to the European Union, potentially adding 448 million users. The hosts discuss the challenges of AI production and wasted money. They also explore the impact of AI on startups and venture capital. The podcast includes announcements and promotions.

Dec 13, 2023 • 30min
Brain Power Reapplied - DTNS 4664
Google launches AI Studio for developers to create chatbots and apps. Apple is testing 'Stolen Device Protection' to delay phone tampering. Brainoware, a hybrid biocomputer, identifies voices with 78% accuracy. Discussion on AI competition between OpenAI and Google. Importance of secure passcodes and biometrics for device security. BranoWare utilizes human neurons for voice identification. Discussion on GMOs and being open-minded.

Dec 12, 2023 • 29min
CRISP(ie)R Chicken - DTNS 4663
Verdict in Epic v. Google case, most downloaded iOS apps of 2023, breeding avian flu-resistant chickens using CRISPR gene editing

Dec 11, 2023 • 30min
Will Beeper Beat the System? - DTNS 4662
Explore alternatives to TinyLetter, Beeper's iMessage to Android service, latest Apple news, EU AI rules, TikTok's expansion in Indonesia, possibility of a foldable iPhone, speaker's journey to find a TinyLetter replacement, All Trails app features, cybersecurity headlines, Rivian's conversation with Mike Johnson, Netflix's live tennis, genetically edited chickens.

Dec 8, 2023 • 37min
You Deserve a Secure Product - DTNS 4661
Discussion on the concepts of 'secure by default' and 'secure by design' in product security, the importance of end-to-end encryption and data security, the introduction of tags on Instagram's Threads platform, the need for companies to prioritize security and provide consumers with secure products, the potential use cases and impact of AI language models, and a recap of the week's episode and recommendations for other tech shows.