Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 12/08 – Apple’s $549 AirPods Max
Dec 8, 2020
The launch of Apple's AirPods Max showcases their incredible features like noise cancellation and spatial audio. A new privacy protocol from Cloudflare and Apple aims to enhance online security. Google Stadia introduces game livestreaming to YouTube, elevating gaming accessibility. Uber makes waves by selling its self-driving unit, marking a major strategic shift. Meanwhile, tensions rise in the film industry as WarnerMedia's streaming decisions stir controversy, affecting relationships with key players.
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AirPods Max Release
- Apple unveiled their new AirPods Max over-the-ear headphones, costing $549.
- These feature noise cancellation, spatial audio, and a 20-hour battery life.
ODOH: New Privacy Protocol
- Cloudflare and Apple partnered to develop "Oblivious DNS over HTTPS" (ODOH).
- ODOH enhances privacy by encrypting and proxying DNS queries to separate user identity from the requested website.
Stadia Livestreaming
- Google Stadia now lets users livestream directly to YouTube.
- This fulfills a long-awaited promise and integrates Stadia more tightly with YouTube.