Tech Brew Ride Home Thu. 08/22 - Google Deserts Desserts (h/t The Verge)
Aug 22, 2019
Exciting updates are on the horizon for Apple's iPhone Pro, including an advanced camera. Google is dropping dessert names for Android, shifting to numeric releases for better inclusivity. The brand also revamps its Play Store with a fresh logo. A leadership shake-up at Google DeepMind raises eyebrows about its future. Meanwhile, the parking startup SpotHero secures $50 million, and Netflix faces dilemmas with its film release strategy amidst changing viewer preferences.
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New iPhone Features
- Expect Apple to launch three new iPhones, similar to previous years.
- Look for camera-focused "Pro" models with enhanced video recording and reverse wireless charging.
Google's Privacy Proposal
- Google proposes new privacy controls for the web, limiting how marketers track users.
- This involves a "privacy budget" to prevent fingerprinting, but details are key to see how this truly affects the ad ecosystem.
Android Drops Desserts
- Android Q is now Android 10, dropping the dessert-themed naming convention.
- Google claims the change is for inclusivity, citing difficulties with some regions understanding dessert names.