Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 02/15 – First Look At xCloud Via Browser
Feb 15, 2021
Discover Microsoft's bold move to bring xCloud streaming to web browsers, paving the way for access on all devices, including iOS. Delve into Facebook's ambitious smartwatch plans amid growing tensions with Apple. Unpack the resistance from major tech companies against Nvidia's acquisition of ARM, amid shifting dynamics in quantum computing. Plus, explore Paramount+’s challenges in the streaming wars as it competes against industry titans like Netflix and Disney.
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xCloud Web Version
- Microsoft is testing a web-based version of its xCloud game streaming service.
- This will allow gaming via any web browser, including on iOS devices.
Facebook Smartwatch
- Facebook is developing an Android-based smartwatch with health and fitness features.
- It will have cellular connectivity and integrate with services like Peloton.
Zuckerberg's Frustration with Apple
- Mark Zuckerberg reportedly expressed frustration over Apple's control over Facebook's business.
- He allegedly told his team, "we need to inflict pain," after Tim Cook criticized Facebook's data practices.