Tech Talk Y'all

Amazon launches an online car dealership with Hyundai, revolutionizing car purchasing. An appeals court upholds a law targeting TikTok and its parent company, ByteDance. A cyberattack disrupts Krispy Kreme orders, raising concerns about security. Discussions on AI bias meters in journalism ignite debate, while GM halts robo-taxi efforts, creating industry buzz. The hosts also share amusing tales about mysterious drones in New Jersey and explore innovative tech products, all while keeping the conversation light and entertaining.

Episode 360: Intro Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: OpenAI’s o1 model sure tries to deceive humans a lot​​OpenAI strikes content deal with Tom’s Guide owner FutureSpotify Wrapped is always a mess for parents. The new AI 'podcast' version just makes it worse.A universal ‘Plug and Charge’ protocol for EV charging is coming in 2025Elon Musk Just Got Absolutely OwnedEmployee lawsuit accuses Apple of spying on its workersSundar Pichai says Google Search will ‘change profoundly’ in 2025Weird and Wacky: Runner's GPS Animation Stuns the InternetReal-life ‘invisibility cloak’ one step closer — scientists unveil cutting-edge camouflage material​​Mercedes claims new 'solar paint' could eliminate daily EV chargingTech Rec:Sanjay - Claude by AnthropicAdam - Ultrahuman Smart RingFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Judge rules SiriusXM’s annoying cancellation process is illegalBluesky is on the verge of overtaking Threads in all the ways that matterPokémon Go Data ‘Adding Amplitude to War Is Obviously an Issue,’ Niantic Exec SaysMicrosoft says it built an Xbox game store on Android but can’t launch itNintendo Files Court Documents To Target 200,000-Member Subreddit SwitchPirates​​Instead of AirPods, I'd recommend Meta Ray-Bans as the best tech deal of Black Friday 2024Meta plans to build a $10B subsea cable spanning the world, sources sayWeird and Wacky: Elon Musk Apparently Just Became The No. 1 ‘Diablo 4’ Player In The WorldTech Rec:Sanjay - Startup TrailAdam - ANDTOBO USB Switch Extension CableFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Discover the latest tech trends as Niantic reveals a geospatial model powered by Pokémon Go data. Microsoft Teams introduces a voice-mimicking AI that’s transforming communication. Explore the cultural clash over Airbnb's gladiator battles in the Colosseum and laugh at a tiny robot leading a cult of larger machines. The decline in tax filing shares hints at potential government interventions, while Bitcoin’s value continues to soar. Finally, ponder the future of AI-generated poetry and its growing popularity.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Elwood Edwards, Voice of AOL’s ‘You’ve Got Mail’ Alert, Dies at 74Amazon shutting down popular streaming service completelyAmazon Haul wants to be the new TemuExclusive-Amazon developing driver eyeglasses to shave seconds off deliveries, sources sayO2 unveils Daisy, the AI granny wasting scammers’ timeChatGPT saved my life, and I’m still freaking out about itChatGPT rejected more than 250,000 image generations of presidential candidates before Election DayTesla’s social media posts falsely implied that its cars are robotaxis, NHTSA warns 'Calm' Meditation App Jumps 100 Spots In App Store!!! ... After Election Night AdWill Donald Trump's Truth Social Merge With Elon Musk's X? Rumors SwirlStanding desks don’t do squat, per new studyMeta will face antitrust trial over Instagram, WhatsApp acquisitionsSatire publication The Onion buys Alex Jones’ Infowars at auction with Sandy Hook families’ backingFox News Claims Satirical News Site 'The Onion' Has '4.3 Trillion Daily Readers' After Falling for Satirical DescriptionWeird and Wacky: 'Wheel of Fortune' contestant's hilariously wrong answer has people giving him a round of sausageInsurers say bear that damaged luxury cars was actually a person in a costumeCoca-Cola has used AI to replace its iconic Christmas truck commercial Tech Rec:Sanjay - UGREEN RJ45 Coupler Adam - Elagota Keylight AirFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: MrBeast Investigation Reportedly Uncovers A "Long History" Of Insider TradingFacial Recognition That Tracks Suspicious Friendliness Is Coming to a Store Near YouDid OpenAI just spend more than $10 million on a URL?Jeff Bezos and OpenAI invest in robot startup Physical Intelligence at $2.4 billion valuationAmazon gets FAA approval for new delivery drone as it begins tests in ArizonaMozilla is eliminating its advocacy division, which fought for a free and open webLyft partners with May Mobility, Mobileye to bring autonomous vehicles to the appSales surge for dystopian books after Trump election victoryScientists uncover 'saltshaker' breakthrough in quest for limitless energy — here's how it could transform the futureWeird and Wacky: Thousands go to fake AI-invented Dublin Halloween parade‘Most Mysterious Song on the Internet’ Finally IdentifiedTech Rec:Sanjay - FNIRSI USB Tester Adam - ReaperFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: TikTok owner sacks intern for sabotaging AI projectStudy finds LLMs can identify their own mistakesHow to take Apple’s hearing test with the AirPods Pro 2​​The Strava problem: how the fitness app was used to locate the world’s most powerful peopleBodyguards inadvertently expose French President Macron’s location on StravaPutin's Whereabouts Exposed Via Bodyguards' Strava AppChick-fil-A targets families with entertainment-focused mobile appChick-fil-A isn’t launching a streaming service. It’s actually way bigger than thatOpenAI launches ChatGPT search, competing with Google and MicrosoftRussia fines Google $20,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000,000Tesla on Full Self-Driving Mode Plows Through Deer Without Even Slowing DownWoman Annoyed When Tesla With No Driver Suddenly Smashes Into Her CarResearchers develop transparent solar cells that can supply energy from glass on buildings and cars — here's how it worksWeird and Wacky: Victory Is Sweet: We Can Now Fix McDonald’s Ice Cream MachinesGen Alpha keeps tripping and falling over their own Crocs, so schools are banning the shoes over safety concernsPhD student finds lost city in Mexico jungle by accidentIs a Will Smith the key to winning the World Series?Tech Rec:Sanjay - Sense Energy Monitor (previously recommended in episode 21)Adam - ChatGPT Search (of course)Find us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

The intriguing battle over John Deere's repair policies raises urgent right to repair issues affecting farmers and grocery prices. The innovative checkout-less Sam's Club offers a glimpse into the future of retail, while the ethical dilemmas surrounding AI detection in academia expose vulnerabilities for neurodivergent students. A quirky debate on locked phones embroils T-Mobile and AT&T, coupled with a hilarious segment about New Zealand's hug time limits at airports. The conversation wraps up with a look at a game-changing app that transforms the gift-giving experience.

Brought to you by TogetherLetters & Edgewise!In this episode: Tesla’s Optimus bot makes a scene at the robotaxi eventTesla Optimus bots were remotely operated at Cybercab event - Los Angeles Times Tesla’s long-awaited robotaxi reveal prompts skepticism about tech, timelinesSpaceX’s Starship rocket completes fifth test flight, lands booster in dramatic catchGoogle’s AI podcast generator NotebookLM just got a major update – and now you can play the producerClick-To-Cancel: FTC Makes Cancelling Subscriptions EasierNetflix raises prices as password boost fades Student was punished for using AI—then his parents sued teacher and administratorsGoogle Flights adds a ‘cheapest’ tab in a huge assist to bargain hunters everywhereNASA has a problem, and it's offering up to $3 million if you have a solutionGoogle Chrome’s uBlock Origin phaseout has begunWeird and Wacky: Rivian halloween surprise update goes Back to the Future, Knight Rider, moreWinamp deletes entire GitHub source code repo after a rocky few weeksTech Rec:Sanjay - Going.comAdam - Supernatural FitnessFind us here:sanjayparekh.com & adamjwalker.comTech Talk Y’all is a proud production of Edgewise.Media.

The podcast dives into the unexpected fallout from Hurricane Helene, impacting quartz mines vital for semiconductors and disrupting cell towers. It humorously discusses a new at-home flu vaccination and an unusual lawsuit involving Cards Against Humanity and SpaceX. Concerns arise over Uber's pricing and bans on Chinese vehicle tech. Tech absurdities include the backlash over Disney Plus password-sharing fees and Tesla's quirky Cybertruck antics. Innovations like a hover cart and a productivity app keep the conversation entertaining and thought-provoking.