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The iPhone Duo Reviews Are In

Oct 22, 2026 · 22m

Summary

This episode covers the ongoing fallout from critical PHP vulnerabilities discovered via AI, noting that patches are limited to newer versions and leaving legacy systems vulnerable. It also details Anthropic's launch of Claude Duet, a proactive background agent for Pro and Max users, and Meta's Q3 earnings, which highlighted $825 billion in data center commitments and 10 million users for its Muse AI app. Finally, the show reviews the new iPhone Duo, contrasting The Verge’s mixed assessment with John Gruber’s scathing critique of its price and design compromises.

Topics discussed

Intro and daily tech headlines Sponsor: 8 Sleep Pod 6 smart mattress PHP vulnerabilities and AI-driven discovery Anthropic launches Claude Duet agent Sponsor: Rubik agentic cyber resilience Sponsor: Ultra Pouches nicotine-free energy Meta earnings and Muse AI agent growth iPhone Duo review: The Verge iPhone Duo review: 9to5Mac iPhone Duo review: Tom's Guide iPhone Duo review: John Gruber
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