Daily Tech News Show

iFixIt's teardown of iPhone 15, Getty Images partnering with Nvidia for generative AI, OpenAI's new version of ChatGPT, communication etiquette on phone calls and texting, potential use of virtual avatar assistants for answering calls

Tech news topics covered include Amazon's plan to show limited advertisements on Prime Video, the debate over the design of circular screens on foldable phones, and the increase in zero-day vulnerabilities for Apple's iPhones. The podcast also promotes their YouTube channel, collaborations with Plex, and upcoming Friday debates.

The podcast covers Microsoft's Surface and AI event, including new AI integration into Bing and new Surface Go models. It also discusses Apple's failed modem chip development, Cisco's acquisition of Splunk, and YouTube's new features. The hosts express disappointment with Apple's fine woven iPhone cases and caution against design flaws in Apple and negative experiences with Amazon Basics products.

Amazon's latest 'Devices and Services' announcements discussed by Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, and Joe. OpenAI's new version of its image generator DALL-E, improvements to Amazon's voice assistant, Wi-Fi 7 support, tap-to-pay for mass transit, and a celebration of 10 years of the podcast, Film Sack.

Amazon introduces new version of 'Just Walk Out' technology for clothing stores. Microsoft's plans for Xbox revealed in leaked documents. UK launches Freely, a new digital service delivering live TV over broadband. Discussion on consolidation of broadcast channels and on-demand content. Concerns around AI-generated voices and their potential misuse.

Crowdfunding expert Chris Mancini discusses the evolution of crowdfunding and its cross pollination with big companies. They also touch on Unity's backtrack on a new per install fee structure for developers. iPhone 15 and iOS 17 rollout updates are mentioned.

Topics discussed include issues with iPhone 15 preorders, TikTok fined €345 million, X's government-ID account verification, tech news roundup, the impact and evolution of TikTok as an information platform, Apple's holiday quarter predictions, battery life of the new iPhones, and the hosts' platforms and upcoming guests.

Google plans to offer software updates for Chromebooks for up to a decade. A study criticizes using Large Language Models in critical jobs. The podcast also discusses the cyber-incident affecting MGM and frustrations with slow devices. The hosts highlight the limitations of AI models and the challenges of recognizing misinformation.

The podcast discusses Unity's announcement of charging a runtime fee, MGM's cyber incident as a material risk, and Adobe's Firefly opening to all Creative Cloud users. The hosts also talk about tech demos, iPhone ban denial, handling system downtime, controversies surrounding Unity, and the future of robots in homes.

Nica Montford and Terrance Gaines from the snobOS Cast discuss Apple's iPhone 15 event, covering topics like the Apple Watch Series 9, leather bands, iPhone 15 pricing and features, and the switch to USB-C.