Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 02/23 – Australia Caves To Facebook
Feb 23, 2021
Australia has reached a deal with Facebook over news content, raising questions about internet freedom. Meanwhile, PlayStation gears up for a new VR headset and Huawei's Mate X2 keeps foldable phones in the spotlight. There's growing concern over a mysterious malware that has affected 30,000 Macs. Additionally, NBA Top Shot is reshaping the collectible landscape as it gains popularity in digital sports trading cards, showcasing the rise of NFTs in the market.
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Australia-Facebook Compromise
- The Australian government and Facebook reached a compromise regarding news content payments.
- Facebook will reinstate news content and negotiate deals with media outlets, avoiding forced regulation.
PlayStation VR Headset
- Sony is developing a new VR headset for PlayStation 5, focusing on less cumbersome setup.
- It will incorporate haptic feedback from the DualSense controllers.
Huawei Mate X2
- Huawei's Mate X2 foldable phone adopts Samsung's dual-screen design.
- It features larger screens, Kirin 9000 chip, and advanced camera capabilities.