TechCrunch Daily Crunch SeatGeek and Spotify team up
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Feb 19, 2026 A tech roundup covering Google’s new $499 Pixel 10a and its upgraded camera, AI features, and extended update promise. Discussion of Mastodon’s push to attract creators and simplify onboarding. Breakdown of SeatGeek integrating ticket links into Spotify artist pages and what that means for competition in ticketing.
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Pixel 10a Brings Flagship Features To Budget
- Google launched the $499 Pixel 10a with a brighter Actua display and Tensor G4 chip packed features into an A-series phone.
- It offers seven years of updates, improved battery life, and AI camera tools previously reserved for flagship models.
Mastodon Focuses On Onboarding And Creators
- Mastodon aims to become more approachable by improving onboarding and targeting creators after expanding its core team.
- The platform still struggles with complexity like server selection, which hampers new-user retention.
SeatGeek Embeds Ticketing Within Spotify
- SeatGeek integrated ticket sales into Spotify for select venues so users can buy tickets from artist pages directly.
- The move increases SeatGeek's visibility among music fans and may boost conversions during discovery.