The Vergecast Microsoft's Surface event, Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch reviews, and Meta Connect 2022
Oct 14, 2022
The hosts dive into Meta's latest virtual reality headset, the Quest Pro, and toy with the absurdity of its features. Google's Pixel 7 and Pixel Watch receive mixed reviews, highlighting their struggles against competition. Microsoft's Surface event unveils exciting devices, with a rebranding of Office to Microsoft 365. Surprisingly, Apple and Microsoft collaborate on integrating iCloud into Windows, sparking humorous thoughts on rival alliances. They also ponder the future of streaming ads and the evolving landscape of creator compensation.
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Zuckerberg's "Legs" Argument
- Mark Zuckerberg claims "legs" were the most requested feature, but Nilay Patel believes this is untrue.
- Zuckerberg uses this to contrast Meta's "openness" with Apple's "closed" ecosystem.
Pixel Watch: Interesting, But Flawed
- The Pixel Watch is more interesting than the Pixel phones this year because of its novelty.
- However, it falls short of expectations, especially in health tracking.
Pixel Watch Misses the Mark
- The Pixel Watch's handwashing detection requires manual activation, a significant flaw for a supposedly advanced AI company.
- This demonstrates a lack of attention to detail that could hinder its competitiveness.