Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 02/02 – Ok, But Is Stadia Long For This World?
Feb 2, 2021
Google's exit from game development raises questions about the future of Stadia, shifting focus from games to technology licensing. Apple’s Face ID struggles during the pandemic get acknowledged, while Uber steps up by acquiring a liquor delivery service. Meanwhile, Amazon showcases ambitious designs for its new headquarters, signaling a commitment to office spaces in a time of remote work debates. Plus, the podcast touches on developments in the gaming finance sector, with Robinhood facing scrutiny amid market fluctuations.
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Google Stadia Pivots to Infrastructure
- Google is shutting down its internal Stadia game studios and shifting its focus.
- They will offer Stadia tech to other publishers, potentially becoming the streaming backend for the gaming industry.
Stadia and Google Cloud
- Google's Stadia could be a strategic move to bolster its cloud initiatives, even though it trails behind Amazon and Microsoft.
- The shift aligns with Google's cost-cutting efforts, focusing on becoming a back-end service provider for other gaming platforms.
Apple Watch Unlocks iPhone
- Apple's new iOS 14.5 beta allows users to unlock iPhones with Face ID while wearing a mask if they are also wearing an Apple Watch.
- This feature acknowledges the continued prevalence of mask-wearing, and aims to enhance user experience.