Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 08/04 – Last Hurrah? iMacs Get A Major Update
Aug 4, 2020
Intel iMacs are getting a significant upgrade with new processors and improved webcams. The TikTok saga continues as Trump makes bold claims about its value amidst Microsoft's acquisition talks. Garmin's cyber troubles lead to a hefty ransom payment, while scrutiny heightens over Google's Fitbit deal. The gaming world is buzzing with the upcoming xCloud launch on Android and predictions of soaring game prices for next-gen consoles. Plus, a quirky look at a COVID prediction algorithm's forecast accuracy makes for an entertaining discussion!
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Schiller Steps Down
- Phil Schiller stepped down as Apple's SVP of marketing, replaced by Greg Joswiak.
- Schiller will transition to an Apple Fellow role, still overseeing the App Store and events.
iMac Update
- Apple updated iMacs with 10th-gen Intel processors and a better webcam.
- This update includes SSDs as standard and a nanotexture glass option, but no design change.
TikTok-Microsoft Deal
- President Trump approved Microsoft buying TikTok's U.S. operations.
- He demanded a "substantial" cut for the U.S. government, raising concerns about precedents and international relations.