Tech Talk Y'all Crank It to 11: Robotaxis, Speakers, and Spotify
Jan 23, 2026
They jump from robotaxi mishaps and service rollouts to tiny, loud IKEA speakers that punch above their price. Conversation veers into AI wearables, from pins to in-ear devices, and Google’s AI-powered SAT practice. They note Spotify’s ad changes and new AI-driven playlists, plus a reactor that makes clean hydrogen and nanotubes. Odd headlines and tech tools round out the talk.
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Trying Meta's AR Glasses In Person
- Sanjay tried Meta's AR glasses at a New York Meta store and liked the concept but not the current form factor.
- He wouldn't pay for them now because they're locked into Meta's ecosystem.
Why Meta Is Shrinking VR Efforts
- Meta is dialing back VR hiring because AI can accelerate developer output and VR demand isn't as high as expected.
- That combination reduces the need for large Reality Labs teams.
Wearable AI Evokes Google Glass Memories
- The hosts compared upcoming wearable AI pins and earpieces to past failures like Google Glass and joked about social stigma.
- Adam predicted a new disparaging nickname for people who wear those devices.