Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 05/18 – Google I/O
May 18, 2021
Discover the highlights from Google I/O, including exciting innovations like Smart Canvas and Android 12's playful redesign. Dive into Amazon's possible acquisition of MGM and how this move could reshape Hollywood's landscape. Explore Apple's latest hardware upgrades, featuring the M1 iMac and new MacBook Pros, while grappling with the controversies of data governance in China. Finally, hear about Apple's audio streaming woes as fans express disappointment over the limitations of AirPods in supporting lossless audio.
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Streaming Wars Consolidation
- The "streaming wars" are entering a new phase of consolidation.
- Media players not named Disney or Netflix face a "life-or-death" game of musical chairs.
Amazon's Potential Acquisition of MGM
- Amazon is in talks to acquire MGM for $7-10 billion.
- MGM's content library includes James Bond, Handmaid's Tale, Shark Tank, and Survivor.
Upcoming MacBook Pro Upgrades
- Apple is expected to release redesigned MacBook Pros with improved chips, more ports, and MagSafe.
- The new chips will have up to 10 cores and 64 gigabytes of memory.