Tech Brew Ride Home Tue. 10/22 - How Much Can Dark Mode Save Your Battery?
Oct 22, 2019
SoftBank is stepping in to rescue WeWork, while Verizon sweetens the deal for customers with a year of free Disney+. Comcast faces scrutiny for its not-so-free streaming box. Meanwhile, the Pixel 4 impresses with improved wireless charging. Perhaps the most fascinating revelation? Dark Mode can significantly boost your iPhone's battery life, proving that turning down the brightness could mean longer days without a charger!
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WeWork's Downfall
- SoftBank takes over WeWork at $8 billion, a steep drop from its initial $47 billion valuation.
- Adam Neumann, forced out as CEO, will receive nearly $2 billion in severance and consulting fees.
The Role of Faith in Valuation
- WeWork's failure highlights the importance of investor faith in company valuations.
- Uber's success, despite losses, is attributed to investor belief in its potential profitability.
Streaming Wars Heat Up
- The streaming wars are heating up, with companies offering attractive deals.
- Verizon is offering a free year of Disney+ to its unlimited wireless and new Fios customers.