Tech Brew Ride Home Mon. 02/01 – Google Deadpools The Pixel Slate
Feb 1, 2021
Google has made headlines again by discontinuing the Pixel Slate, pointing to a shift in focus toward laptops. Meanwhile, Microsoft is positioning itself as a leader in the cybersecurity sector amid rising threats. The conversation also delves into troubling alliances between Amazon's Ring and law enforcement, stirring privacy concerns. Additionally, Elon Musk's surprise appearance in a Clubhouse chat creates buzz, while a newfound Linux vulnerability could have serious implications. Tech trends, security breaches, and the evolving landscape of digital privacy highlight today's challenges.
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Google Discontinues Pixel Slate
- Google discontinued its Pixel Slate tablet, first announced in October 2018.
- They will focus on laptops like the Pixelbook Go, but their track record suggests this strategy might also be short-lived.
Don't Trust Google Products
- Don't get attached to Google products except for Gmail and Maps.
- Google is known for discontinuing products as often as they launch new ones.
Apple iCloud Passwords on Chrome
- Apple released an iCloud Passwords extension for Chrome on Windows.
- This allows users to access and save passwords from Safari on iOS and macOS while using Chrome.