Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 03/17 – Samsung’s 2nd Unpacked Brings New A-series Phones
Mar 17, 2021
Samsung unveils its new midrange A-series phones, sparking debate over the possible end of the Galaxy Note line. The podcast dives into the transformative shifts in app store fees, questioning if they're really beneficial for developers. Uber's surprising reclassification of drivers in the UK highlights the evolving gig economy under legal pressure. Meanwhile, leadership shakeups in China's tech sector add to the drama, and discussions about Clubhouse reveal its struggles in the live audio market. Intriguing insights abound!
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Galaxy Note Discontinuation
- Samsung is considering not launching a new Galaxy Note this year, possibly due to the global chip shortage.
- Officially, they claim it's to streamline their product lineup.
App Store Fee Reductions
- Google is reducing Play Store fees to 15% for the first $1 million earned annually, similar to Apple's policy.
- However, this only affects a small percentage of Google's overall app store revenue.
Uber Drivers Reclassified
- Uber reclassified UK drivers as workers, granting them minimum wage, vacation pay, and pension access.
- This follows a five-year legal battle and a Supreme Court ruling against Uber.