We answer your questions about an iPod comeback, an E Ink iPhone Duo, and more
Summary
Hosted by David Amel and Travis Larchuk, this Vergecast episode covers recent tech news including Amazon’s new Kindles, New York’s click-to-cancel law, and HP’s Omnibook 514. The hosts debate why smartphone manufacturers aren’t releasing dedicated digital cameras and discuss the resurgence of retro devices like the iPod. They also explore the iPhone Duo’s physical design, the growing threat of AI-powered hacking to internet trust, and whether the TI-83 calculator deserves a spot in their tech Hall of Fame.
Topics discussed
Intro and guest host David Amel
90 Seconds on the Verge: Kindles, NYC rules, HP
Sponsors: Amazon Prime and Schwab On Investing
Why smartphone companies don't make digicams
Should Apple bring back the iPod?
Sponsors: Amazon Prime, Quince, and Idaira
E-ink screens for the iPhone Fold
How does the iPhone Duo close?
AI hacking and the future of internet trust
TI-83 calculator Hall of Fame debate
Outro and credits
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