Google might have to sell Chrome!

WVFRM Podcast

  • Nov 22, 2024
  • 1:17:13
  • Full Episode

This week, Marques, Andrew, and David talk about a bunch of Google news including the DOJ possibly forcing it to sell off Chrome. But first, they go over some EV news and talk about the Jaguar rebrand that's taken the internet by storm. After that, they go over some ChromeOS rumors and talk about the Android 16 developer preview. Of course, they close out with a debate about whether or not Microsoft Teams will actually release live translation before getting into the last trivia questions before the Trivia Extravaganza episode drops next week! It's a fun one, enjoy!

Chapters: 00:00 Intro 00:45 Tesla V4 superchargers 04:17 Jaguar rebrand 15:39 Bluesky continues to be on a roll 26:57 Trivia question 28:10 AT&T (Sponsored) 29:30 DOJ asking for Google to part with Chrome 37:11 Google ditching ChromeOS? 46:32 Android 16 developer preview 52:19 Trivia question 53:22 AT&T (sponsored) 54:27 Microsoft Teams real-time translation 01:00:00 Knee airbags? 01:05:35 Hyperfixed podcast 01:06:38 Trivia answers 01:17:04 Outro

Links: Tesla supercharger: https://bit.ly/4g1yyfR Bloomberg Google leak: https://bit.ly/3COv0yW Google ditching ChromeOS: https://bit.ly/4ePOsJi Android 16 Dev Preview: https://bit.ly/4eY1Qet Jaguar Video: https://bit.ly/4hXz8Nn TopGear Video: https://bit.ly/4eLJIEe Verge Article about google: https://bit.ly/4fZvIaZ Verge Microsoft Teams article: https://bit.ly/3Ok1dAQ Knee Airbags: https://bit.ly/3CQjvXN HyperFixed: https://www.hyperfixedpod.com/

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Brief Summary

Tesla announces V4 superchargers, Jaguar rebrands, Google faces antitrust issues, and Microsoft Teams plans real-time translation.

Key points

  • Tesla's V4 Superchargers. Tesla announces V4 superchargers capable of 500 kW charging, promising faster electric vehicle charging.
  • Jaguar's Rebrand. Jaguar unveils a new logo and commercial, sparking mixed reactions online.
  • Blue Sky's Rapid Growth. Blue Sky sees a surge in users, reaching 17 million as it competes with Threads.
  • Threads vs. Blue Sky. The conversation contrasts the chaotic nature of Threads with the more personal feel of Blue Sky.
  • Google's Monopoly Issues. A leak reveals the DOJ may force Google to spin off Chrome due to monopoly concerns.
  • Chrome OS Transition. Google is reportedly transitioning from Chrome OS to Android for better tablet competition.

Episode highlights

Tension

45/ 100Some tension

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