Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 02/24 - ARM-based Macs By Early 2021?
Feb 24, 2020
Exciting tech announcements are flowing in, including Huawei's new Mate XS smartphone and Intel's 5G innovations. The podcast speculates on Apple's ARM-based Macs set to debut soon. Microsoft reveals impressive specs for the Xbox Series X, showcasing its gaming advancements. Plus, big moves in fintech with Intuit eyeing a $7 billion deal for Credit Karma, and a notable increase in startup investments. Apple’s Safari is tightening its grip on HTTPS certificate validity, stirring discussions on web security.
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Huawei's Google Play Store Challenge
- Huawei debuted new devices, including foldable phones and tablets, but lack Google Play Store access.
- This limitation impacts their market potential, despite impressive hardware.
Intel's 5G Ambitions
- Intel announced new 5G chips for base stations and data centers.
- Despite exiting the modem business, Intel aims to lead the 5G base station silicon market by 2021.
Xbox Series X Specs and Features
- The Xbox Series X boasts impressive specs, including 12 teraflops GPU, 8K gaming, and custom SSD.
- It also offers backward compatibility with older Xbox games and accessories.