#SGGQA 341: DOJ Sues Apple, EU Investigating Apple for DMA Non-Compliance, Qualcomm’s X Elite Chip is a SCREAMER

We’re simplifying this week’s show. Apple is in regulator crosshairs, and a landmark case has been filed by the DOJ. Facebook and Google are facing scrutiny in the EU. Everyone on social media has suddenly become a legal scholar.

And I got to play with a new chip for laptops that might seriously disrupt how we use Windows.

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 340: No Pornhub in TX, Tesla Prices Plummet, Apple to use Google AI, FCC Fails Us on Broadband Speeds

Good morning!

Pornhub leaves Texas over new age verification system! Tesla used prices are in free fall! Apple might turn to Google’s Gemini to add more AI to the iPhone! Sony might drop their iconic XPERIA design! A new Snapdragon 8s Gen 3 has been revealed!

And whats going on with all the influencers using old cameras?

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 339 – Apple Caves on Epic Ban, Pixel 8 Wont Get Gemini, Nikon Acquires RED, Windows Dumps Android Apps

TECH NEWS!

Apple caves to EU regulators and reinstates Epic’s account. Nikon acquires cinema camera manufacturer RED. Microsoft is dropping support for Android apps in Windows. Adult Swim Games and Rooster Teeth shutter in the same week. A new study shows almost no link between social media and site traffic. Apple finally cancels the car we all know they wouldn’t ever make.

And we really have to hash out this Pixel 8 thing. What’s going on with Gemini Nano?

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 338: PJ Pod – Fun New Toys, Getting Scary Sick, and TOO MUCH RAIN

Normally we do our pajama podcast on the last Monday of every month, but there was TOO much news to cover in February! I’m taking a break!

We’ll wander wherever the chat takes us!

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 337: Xiaomi 14, OnePlus Watch 2, Honor Magic 6 Pro, Microsoft’s New AI Eraser, MWC!

Tech News Monday!

MWC IS UPON US! And there are a TON of gadgets to talk about! Embargoes have lifted on Xiaomi, Honor, and OnePlus!

Also we should spend a little time talking about the terrible state of Google search, and how it’s killing review sites. More layoffs, sites shutting down, and it seems good journalism is in danger…

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 336 – Apple Vision Pro Returns, Xiaomi 14 Ultra Teaser, UK to Ban Phones in Schools, EU Bans Laws Weakening Encryption

Tech News Monday!

Apple is facing fines and more regulatory scrutiny, while their mixed reality headset faces higher than average return rates. The FCC gets tougher on telcos. A court in the EU declares encryption a human right. The UK might ban phones in schools. Reddit sells off ALL your data for a small sum. A new exploit changes the way we think about camera security. Qualcomm’s exclusivity with Microsoft is coming to an end.

And we HAVE to chat about the new Xiaomi 14 Ultra teaser…

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 335 – Pixel Fold 2 Leaks, Apple App Store Malware, Sony Canceling More Digital Movie Sales

Tech News Monday! Hope everyone had a lovely AMERICAN SPORTS BALL CHAMPION SUNDAY NIGHT! I ate a LOT of junk food!

Some interesting news this week. Shell is closing Hydrogen stations in California. Elon Musk might be testifying in SEC probe soon, maybe. Sony is cancelling the licenses on anime purchases. Apple let a cloned malware app through on the App Store.

And we should probably chat about these Pixel Fold 2 leaks.

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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#SGGQA 334: OnePlus 12R, Netflix vs Pirating, Apple’s Mixed Reality Headset and the Return of the Glasshole

Tech News Monday! The OnePlus 12R is HERE, and it’s a return to the flagship killer days!

Netflix is struggling to beat “free” while they continue to squeeze consumers for more money. Sony overtakes Samsung in profits. Joe Rogan inks a new deal with Spotify. We say goodbye to Fossil smartwatches.

And we should chat about all those new Glasshole Pro Maxes out there…

Let’s get our tech week started right!

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