The video game disc is dead
Summary
David Pierce and Nilay Patel discuss the gaming industry’s shift away from physical discs, Microsoft’s Xbox layoffs, and the struggling console market. They critique new AI coding hardware like OpenAI’s Codex keyboard, arguing that voice input and macro devices are niche trends rather than replacements for traditional interfaces. The episode also covers iPhone 18 Pro leaks and Neil’s upcoming book on decision-making.
Topics discussed
Intro, Grill Week, and new disclosure policy
Microsoft Xbox strategy, game ownership, and industry struggles
AI coding agents, dictation, and the future of input hardware
iPhone 18 leaks, folding iPhone rumors, and car wireless charging
Netflix's 4D horror game and cozy repair simulator games
Supreme Court ruling on independent federal agencies
SpaceX phone prototype and Comcast/NBCUniversal merger
Apple usernames, Tesla Cybertruck design, and show wrap-up
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