Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 07/29 - Google Leaks, So We Don't Have To
Jul 29, 2019
Google is spilling the beans on its Pixel 4, raising eyebrows with innovative features. GitHub's decision to block developers from certain countries sparks discussion about access and ethics. Amazon is eyeing the grocery space with hybrid store concepts. Meanwhile, ByteDance dips its toes into the smartphone market, blurring the lines between software and hardware. The food delivery sector sees a £9 billion merger, reshaping the industry landscape. Plus, a young gaming prodigy wins big at the Fortnite World Cup, highlighting the booming esports arena.
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Google's Pixel 4 PR Strategy
- Google is leaking Pixel 4 details themselves, including design renders and motion sense features.
- This unusual PR strategy bypasses rumor sites and controls the narrative.
GitHub's Ban and Sanctions
- GitHub's blocking of developers based on location, due to US sanctions, raises questions about the scope of sanctions.
- Sanctions target businesses, but GitHub's actions affect individual developers living in sanctioned countries.
Amazon's Grocery Ambitions
- Amazon is exploring a new grocery chain separate from Whole Foods, focused on pickup, delivery, and in-store shopping.
- This new chain may involve a hub-and-spoke model with smaller stores supported by a central warehouse.