Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 07/09 - Apple Culls The MacBook Herd
Jul 9, 2019
Apple makes big changes by discontinuing older MacBook models while enhancing the newer ones. YouTube makes a comeback on Fire TV, and a major Zoom security flaw is uncovered, raising privacy concerns. Elon Musk shakes up his autopilot team in the midst of development challenges. A new feature on Instagram aims to tackle bullying, while Uber introduces quieter rides for a premium. On Netflix, 'Stranger Things 3' shatters viewing records, captivating over 40 million accounts.
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MacBook Lineup Changes
- Apple updates the MacBook Air with True Tone display and a $100 price drop, starting at $1,099.
- The 12-inch MacBook, original MacBook Air, and MacBook Escape are discontinued, leaving no MacBook Pro without a touch bar.
Amazon and Google Truce
- YouTube returns to Fire TV, and Amazon Prime Video launches on Chromecast and Android TV devices.
- This signals a truce between Amazon and Google after a long dispute.
Instagram's Bullying Solutions
- Instagram uses AI to flag offensive comments and warn users before posting.
- They're also testing a "shadow ban" feature to restrict bullies' comments.