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Benefit of the Doud

Benefit of the Doud

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The Benefit of the Doud podcast is the intersection of technology, geekery, and all things nerdy. We cover all the top news of the week, plus we go deeper into topics that are important or relevant to you. We interview notable leaders in the industry. It's fun, funny, never too serious, and it keeps you up connected to all the important tech news of the day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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It’s REALLY annoying when a gadget becomes waste because of bad software!The folks at U.S. PIRG have started a list of gadgets that were sent to landfills before their time. Lucas Gutterman of U.S. PIRG sat down with me to chat about the enormous scale of the problem, and ways consumers can get more bang for their gadget buck! eWaste Graveyard http…
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A wild week of political news. Trump and China agree to pause tariffs for 90 days. Trump kills a broadband initiative meant to help connect people and train people in tech jobs. The FTC will not enforce "click to cancel" rule. Republicans kill WiFi options for low income students.Plus, Philips intros 3D printing repair kits for their products. Micr…
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The Galaxy S25 Edge has leaked! Are folks excited for "thin" again?We got inside info on Apple operations, and it seems Tim Cook has blown up Apple's control over payments on the iPhone. Spotify was quick to jump on Apple's market misstep. Half Life 3 is being play tested. Game site Polygon was sold to Valnet.And we say one more fond goodbye to Sky…
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It's the end of the month and that means we're doing a pajama podcast!What movies have you watched this month? Was there a vampire in the movie? Did it our die hard 'Die Hard'? Are we stoked for a new Robocop game?Let's get our tech week started right!--Show notes and links: https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4KvVideo Replay: https://youtube.com/live/brRg…
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Tesla has been accused of messing with odometers to void warranties. Synology is forcing customers to use their branded hard drives. Microsoft unveiled a 1-bit AI model. Google and Meta are facing some potentially harsh outcomes from recent court cases.And we have to check out this trend of getting bigger batteries in phones!Let's get our tech week…
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Trying a podcast while traveling! The WiFi is bad and the 5G is worse! Let's stumble through a casual chat of some tech news stories, and maybe we can also sort out how we feel about gambling in kids games?Let's get our tech week started right!--Show Notes and Links https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4KbVideo Replay on YouTube https://youtube.com/live/koo…
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It's been a wild week for tech.Trump's tariffs are sending "doom ripples" through the economy, as prices on products rise and stock prices fall. The EU might send Twitter a $1 BILLION dollar fine. Meta is ending fact checking on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads, but still being investigated by Republicans. YouTube is launching a refreshed editing a…
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Musk sold Twitter to himself, and still lost money on the deal! We have a better idea of when the Pixel 9a will start shipping.And we're going to let the chat take the wheel for a good old fashioned podcast in our pajamas!Let's get our tech week started right!Show Notes and Links: https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4KFVideo Replay on YouTube https://youtu…
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Apple is losing a BILLION dollars a year on TV+. The EU is looking at stricter regulations for Apple's anti-competitive business practices. AI researchers say our current progress on AI is a dead end. The Trump administration is firing the Democrats at the FTC. France rejects proposals for tech backdoors. Plex is raising prices. Google showed off a…
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There's a court case pushing back against the FCC dropping a popular rule against robocalls. The former director of a rural broadband plan speaks out against satellite solutions, while the EU looks to replace Starlink in Ukraine. Meta has succeeded in halting the promotion of a book written by a former employee, but that seems to be more advertisin…
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Apple dodges another Apple Watch ban, and they are delaying new AI features for the iPhone. Microsoft and OpenAI might be going through a rough patch. Google still needs to sell off divisions to satisfy the DOJ. DVD's are apparently rotting, and not all can be replaced. The Pixel 4a could be having a Note 7 moment.And we should chat a LITTLE about …
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Apple is sued over carbon-neutral claims, and they try to explain why the 16e is such a terrible phone. NVIDIA might be purposely holding back stock to inflate prices. AMD announced some GPUs that might be actual competition for a change. Microsoft is shutting down Skype. OpenAI's new model seems like a dud, but it's MUCH more expensive. EA release…
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ANOTHER law firm has been caught using AI to write briefs with fake cases cited. Micorsoft trial shows that more people think AI is lame once they learn how it works. Meta says piracy is legal. Amazon kills their Android app store. Apple does pull end to end encryption in the UK, like we said they would.And a new iPhone is out that basically confir…
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Arm will be making their own chips soon! Apple might finally refresh the iPhone SE. A HUGE collection of films is available for move fans. OnePlus sets the record straight on the Open 2.And we should chat about Vivo's latest mid-ranger...Let's get our tech week started right! Show Notes and Links https://somegadgetguy.com/b/4H5Video Replay on Twitc…
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The UK is ordering Apple to build back doors into encrypted accounts. Meta torrented over 80 TERABYTES of books. Patent shows off Nintendo's joycon mouse mode. Google is snooping on your images. A study shows protections from new strains of COVID plummet. Apple STILL might be working on AR glasses after all.And we should chat about how weak the res…
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Meta is still burning BILLIONS on XR projects. Apple is killing their glasses project, with NOTHING to show for it. Google is offering a "voluntary exit" plan ahead of layoffs. Intel will coast on chips for 2025. Samsung Chairman acquitted of fraud and bribery charges. Tesla's financials are looking... Bad...And we need to chat about this new Zenfo…
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Ads are set to start on Threads. The RTX 5090 is already listed on ebay at ridiculous prices. Google is buying part of the HTC VR team. Epic is adding mobile titles to their free games giveaways. The FCC is on the attack against news agencies that fact check the GOP.And we should spend some time talking about Samsung's latest whiffs...Let's get our…
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Apple is pulling AI news summaries as Microsoft adds MORE AI to your Office apps. Current FCC Chair leaves with a message condemning the "punishment" of coverage unfavorable to the President. Twitter might need to hand over detailed information on how its algorithm works.And we definitely need to chat about this new Switch coming!Let's get our tech…
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We're finally back at home after a stressful couple of days. Thankfully the family, our home, and our neighborhood are safe. We're not quite out of the woods as fires rage on and winds will fluctuate, but we're getting a bit of calm now.We have some tech news to cover, and gadgets to chat, but I'm going to let the viewers take the wheel on this one…
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An appeals court strikes down Net Neutrality. Meta is deleting its own AI bots. Tesla sales dip for the first time. Apple admits NO wrongdoing in Siri privacy settlement. A ton of media enters the public domain.And some fancy new glasses are making waves at CES!Let's get our tech week started right! Video Replay on YouTube! Links and Show Notes: ht…
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We're keeping this week's show comfy!I've returned from back to back family trips, and I have a LOT of thoughts on traveling with a bunch of gadgets!Let's get our tech week started right!Video Replay on YouTube!Links and Show Notes! Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/talking-tech-…
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We're keeping this week's show comfy!Google is looking at using MediaTek parts in the next Pixel, as their exclusive arrangement with Samsung comes to a close. We also have a first look at Android XR.Plus, what's going on with LG and Blu-Ray drives?Let's get our tech week started right! Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube!Show Notes and …
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Video Replay on Twitch! Video Replay on YouTube! Google BROKE THEIR PROMISE of 3 OS updates for the Pixel 6 and 7!Apple is getting sued over iCloud and searching for abuse materials. Also, the next iPhone SE could have a poor radio using something other than Qualcomm. The XREAL One are in the GadgetLab.And, we'll give out some BEST OF THE YEAR awar…
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Video Replay on Twitch! Video Replay on YouTube! ISPs tell the FCC that "excellent service" is why their customers stay. AI companies are squeezing utilities to increase energy costs to consumers. Only 700,000 CoPilot+ laptops have been sold this quarter. Intel's CEO has stepped down. My pal Jaime Rivera is leaving Pocketnow.Qualcomm vs MediaTek vs…
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! I'm back from India! After a whirlwind trip to New Delhi, I'm back in the States, and I have a LOT of thoughts on the conference I attended. MediaTek covered my travel and accommodations, but it was also an opportunity to test out a BUNCH of gear for travel. From new bags, to multi-monitor setups, wha…
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Video Version on Youtube! MY FIRST TRIP TO INDIA! I'm on two hours of sleep, and that means we're going to ramble pretty hard about travel, phone processors, and some of the recent news in the United States. This is gonna be a WACKY show, but I'm excited for this event! Travel and accommodations provided by MediaTek. Support Talking Tech with SomeG…
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday! The courts are arguing over Net Neutrality again! The DA investigating Musk over $1 Million prices is getting death threats. Russian fines Google an IMPOSSIBLE amount of money. Microsoft stock is down after earnings call, they're delaying Recall again, and they're already set to abandon …
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday! Cable companies want a stay on the FTC's new Click To Cancel rule. The McFlurry machine can now be repaired! Videos games can not be archived for history. Redditors are working to pollute Google search results. Intel's chips are underwhelming AND showing issues.And we should probably cha…
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday! The FCC is taking aim at broadband caps! The FTC's new click to cancel rule should be popular with consumers. Now GOOGLE is looking to invest in nuclear power for AI. Elon Musk is facing increased scrutiny, as ALL his business are now in regulator crosshairs. Qualcomm killed off their de…
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Video Replay on TwitchVideo Replay on YouTubeHappy Monday!Samsung is having another rough week as company executives admit the brand is in crisis. The DOJ is proposing BROAD measures to split departments like Android and Chrome away from Google. Google is working on new search tools and a Linux terminal for Android. GoG makes fun of Steams new disc…
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday! Samsung is having a rough week. From almost selling off their foundry to potentially cancelling the Exynos 2500. OpenAI scams more investors into paying their current bills. California Governor vetoes AI bill. Microsoft maybe wasn't joking about buying a nuclear plant to power their data…
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Video Replay on Twitch!Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday! We got a healthy mix of news and reviews to chew through this week!California will require companies to tell customers they dont really own the media they buy online! Apple exits talks to fund OpenAI. Australia is cracking down on phone competition. Samsung released some new hardware! Xi…
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I'm stuck in an airport! We STILL need to podcast though! Setting up a little stream on the OnePlus Pad 2, and camping out in a quiet corner of the Baltimore airport, we had a fun gadget chat about new Chips, influencer marketing, and how to stream a podcast from a tablet! Enjoy! Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip …
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Video Replay on Twitch! Video Replay on YouTube! Happy Monday!Apple is looking at a chunky tax bill in the EU after years of sweetheart deals in Ireland. EU regulators are also looking at video game in-game currencies. Google is rolling out Gemini to every Android user.And we should probably chat about smartphone expectations. Is Pixel the better b…
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Video Replay on Twitch Video Replay on YouTube Happy Monday!A shorter and more casual show this week. We'll be leading up to the Apple Event for the iPhone 16, chatting about some housekeeping, and trying to answer the question:> What makes a phone worth over $1000?Let's get our tech week started right! Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by co…
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Video Replay on Twitch Video Replay on YouTube Happy Monday!California has a new AI law, but it might not be what we really need. OpenAI is in talks to raise more funding. Starlink is keeping Twitter alive in Brazil. We say goodbye to AnandTech.And can we have a chat about phones? What's going on with phones?Let's get our tech week started right! S…
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Video Replay on Twitch Video Replay on YouTube Happy Monday!The DOJ is suing a developer that helps landlords raise rental prices. AI is now making up fake reviewer quotes for film trailers. Apple is splitting up the App Store team. Meta is giving up on the premium VR headset.And we should probably chat about the Pixel 9a leak.Let's get our tech we…
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Video Replay on Twitch! This was going to be a post-birthday stream, where we got to geek out about new phones and a fun travel experience. Then Google's PR did something really dumb, and the whole internet pounced on a small group of creators.I suppose we should spend some time chatting about PR, reviewing, and working with Team Pixel...Let's get …
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Video Replay on Twitch! Intel had an AWFUL week announcing earnings. Elon Musk's PAC is being investigated for election fraud. Bitcoin prices drop after Trump endorses crypto. Gamestop ends the publishing run of Game Informer magazine. Samsung's CEO is upset at Apple Copycat designs. Logitech is floating the idea of a subscription mouse.And we shou…
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Video Replay on Twitch! Happy Monday! AI is dumb!Twitter has secretly opted ALL their users in to training their Grok AI. Apple is delaying their machine learning features for a future iOS update. OpenAI might be going bankrupt as their revenue is nowhere near covering their expense.Also, Facebook faces HUGE fines in the EU, Adobe is under investig…
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Video Replay on Twitch! TONS of tech news!Net Neutrality rules have been put on hold by the courts. Netflix is squeezing consumers for more money again! Apple is training AI on YouTubers. Google is killing their link shortener. The FTC criticizes Microsoft's Gamepass price increases. Intel says their chips are fine! CrowdStrike broke the internet!A…
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Video Replay on Twitch! HAPPY MONDAY! I'm still on the mend from Covid, but there's tech news to chat about! Hackers got EVERYTHING from AT&T! EU regulators say Twitter's blue checks are deceptive. Developer interest in Vision Pro has dropped significantly.And, we should unpack Samsung Unpacked!Let's get our tech week started right! Support Talking…
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Video Replay on Twitch! HAPPY MONDAY! I'm finally back in the GadgetLab, but I brought back an EXTRA souvenir from London. TK is joining me for a casual chat this week, as we follow up on our new ARM laptops. Have they lived up to the claims? Do they work well for travel?Also we have a new Realme and a fancy gaming headset in our hands!Let's get ou…
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HAPPY MONDAY! I'm on location! Let's see how the Surface Laptop handles a short show on the road! We'll let the chat guide us on this geeky start to our week!Also, what's going on with Louis Rossman and MKBHD? Support Talking Tech with SomeGadgetGuy by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/talking-tech-with-somegadgetgu Find …
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Video Replay on Twitch! Happy FATHER'S DAY! I had an amazing weekend, and woke up to a catastrophe!This is gonna be a weird show. I'm actively on different chats between my bank and Microsoft to figure out if my pre-order will ship. Also, Apple seems to have abandoned support for the iPhone 15 and older iPhone Pros. And we should probably chat abou…
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Video Replay on Twitch! A shorter show this week as Apple is set to kick off WWDC 2024!Google is cutting checks to avoid a jury trial in their latest lawsuit. Microsoft finally responds to the backlash against Windows Recall. Adobe has burned down a LOT of creator goodwill with their newest TOS change. A judge is ordering Apple to hand over all the…
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Video Replay on Twitch! Samsung is facing a labor strike for the first time ever. Apple is union busting. The FCC cancelled its affordable internet program. AI is all the rage with investors, but no one is using it.Android trackers are FINALLY here! And, we should chat announcements at Computex!Let's get our tech week started right! Support Talking…
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Video Replay on Twitch! The last Monday of the month and I'm letting my hair down.It's time for a PJ Podcast, and we're letting the chat take the lead. Where ever the viewers want to go.We might talk about Samsung's BAD week. We could chat about this Windows feature no one seems to like. We could just riff on X-Men for an hour, or look at Instagram…
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Video Replay on Twitch! TECH NEWS! This week is going to be a shorter show because of my voice, but we still have PLENTY to chat about!Microsoft is hosting a Windows on ARM Surface event right before their BUILD developer conference! Arizona is suing Amazon over anti-competitive business practices! The Dead Internet theory might be true after looki…
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Video Replay on Twitch! TECH NEWS GO!Apple is on an apology tour over the blunder of an iPad ad. Pixel 8a is getting the review treatment. EA might be adding ads to AAA games. Sam Ash is closing its doors.We can speculate on Google I/O, but we also need to chat about this Microsoft mobile app store rumor...Let's get our tech week started right! Sup…
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