The Vergecast Google adds RCS encryption to Messages / Congress gearing up to fight big tech / Windows 11 leaks
Jun 18, 2021
Tom Warren, Senior Editor at The Verge, shares insights on the recent leaks of Windows 11 and discusses Microsoft’s evolving user interface. Alex Cranz dives into Google's new end-to-end encryption for RCS messages, weighing its significance in the messaging landscape. Verge politics reporter Makena Kelly sheds light on bipartisan efforts to combat tech monopolies, revealing how Congress is gearing up for major regulatory changes. The conversation highlights the intersection of innovation, consumer rights, and technological accountability.
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Centered Start Menu
- The Start menu is centered, possibly influenced by macOS and Chrome OS.
- Wider monitors and decluttering are also factors.
File Explorer's Stubbornness
- File Explorer remains stubbornly unhelpful, overwhelming users with options while minimizing folder structure.
- Microsoft prioritizes edge cases, hindering meaningful improvements.
Nadella's Ascendancy
- Satya Nadella becoming Microsoft chairman signifies his influence and the company's transformation.
- Microsoft now prioritizes accessibility, exemplified by the Xbox Adaptive Controller.