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The Engadget PodcastReviewing VPNs and a security debrief with Engadget’s Sam ChapmanThis week, Devindra chats with Sam Chapman, Engadget’s new security reporter who’s been reviewing VPNs and related products. He dives into what led him to security, the VPNs he likes the most and thoughts on potential cyberattacks. Additionally, we discuss Microsoft’s latest news around the Windows 10 Extended Security Update, and Devindra explains why M3GAN 2.0 absolutely rules.
2025-06-2633 minThe Engadget PodcastWho needs Samsung's super-thin Galaxy S25 Edge?It looks like we're entering the era of crazy-thin phones. This week, Samsung finally announced the Galaxy S25 Edge, its slimmest smartphone yet. Is there actually a point to it, or is Samsung just trying to beat Apple to its rumored super-thin iPhone? Engadget's Sam Rutherford joins us to dive into the S25 Edge, as well as some pre-Google I/O news from the Android Show. Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge: How much does thin mean to you? – 1:32What’s new at The Android Show 2025 – 16:50Apple touts a bunch of new features...2025-05-161h 23The Engadget PodcastSurface Pro 12-inch review + (Google) X’s Astro Teller on the power of moonshotsThis week we're diving into the new 12-inch Surface Pro, which, alongside the 13-inch Surface Laptop, is a foray into smaller Surface hardware. You can thank Qualcomm's Snapdragon X Plus chips for that. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget's Igor Bonifacic explore the compromises Microsoft had to make for these devices, and they dive into the rumors around Half Life 3 and the surprise leaked photos of Microsoft and ASUS's potential Xbox handheld. Also, Devindra chats with the head of Google's X division, Astro Teller, about the past and future of the "moonshot factory." Surface Pro 12...2025-05-091h 22The Engadget PodcastNY Auto Show 2025 + The Legend of Ochi director on the power of puppetsThis week, we're diving into Engadget's coverage from the 2025 New York Auto Show. There are tons of EVs, as we expected, as well as some surprising disappointments (what the heck did Subaru do to the Outback?!). Also, we once again try to make sense of the Trump administration's tariff mess. Stay tuned to the end of this episode for a chat with Isaiah Saxon, the director of A24’s The Legend of Ochi, about his puppet-filled kid’s adventure. What’s hot in EVs from New York Auto Show 2025 – 1:56Federal Judge rules that Google has a mon...2025-04-181h 23The Engadget PodcastWhat’s up with the Amazon Kindle Scribe 2 and other ereaders, with guest Alex CranzOur review-in-progress of the Kindle Scribe 2 is live, and this week on the Engadget Podcast our host Cherlynn Low talks about Amazon’s latest writing tablet with noted ereader aficionado Alex Cranz. The pair are joined by Engadget’s own ereader expert Valentina Palladino, and they all get deep on the state of reading on books, tablets and phones. Our hosts also dive into what’s happening at Intel, as well as modern cars and personal listening habits. Kindle Scribe 2, Kobo, Boox and more: the state of ereaders in 2024 – 2:12Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger retires –...2024-12-061h 20
The Engadget PodcastWhy is the US trying to ban TikTok again?Another week, another concerted effort to ban TikTok in the US – except this time, it could actually happen. In this episode, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget Senior Editor Karissa Bell around the latest TikTok drama. The House passed a bill that could ultimately ban the company if ByteDance doesn’t sell it off within six months. It may face a tougher fight in the Senate, but if it’s approved there President Biden has said he’s willing to sign it into law. Is this a justified fight against the Chinese-owned social media company, or is it the s...2024-03-1456 min
The Engadget PodcastRIP Apple CarThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra discuss some of the editorial changes happening at Engadget. We’ve lost some amazing colleagues, but we’re still here aiming to deliver the best tech coverage possible. As for this week’s news, we chat about the reported death of Apple’s “Project Titan” EV car project. It never felt quite real, but it still would have been fun to see. Here’s a hot take: Maybe the Apple Car felt redundant since Tesla basically built it already. Say what you will about Elon Musk today, but Tesla certainly disrupted the car industry i...2024-03-0151 min
The Engadget PodcastGoogle’s Pixel 8 phones and Pixel Watch 2Yes, Techtober is in full swing! This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget’s Sam Rutherford about everything from the Made by Google event. That includes the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro and Pixel Watch 2. We give Google credit for leaning on AI long before it was trendy, but we wonder if the Pixel 8 Pro’s temperature sensor will actually be useful. Also, we dive into Samsung’s latest FE devices, Apple’s fix for overheating iPhone 15s, and Google’s Chromebook Plus initiative. Google announces the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro, Pixel Watch 2 and Buds Pro, along with...2023-10-061h 31
The Engadget PodcastApple WWDC 2023 previewIt’s only a few days until the beginning of Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference next week, and we’re eager to see what the iPhone maker is cooking up. This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Engadget Senior Writer Sam Rutherford to dive into all of the Apple rumors: That fabled mixed reality headset, a potential 15-inch MacBook Air and more! But really, all eyes are on the headset. Is Apple setting itself up for failure, or for a future where smart glasses are actually a thing? Also, we discuss the late-breaking news about Meta’s Quest 3 headset...2023-06-021h 07
The Engadget PodcastPixel Fold, Google I/O and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom reviewIt’s a huge week for news: Google I/O happened, and we finally got a close look at the Pixel Fold and the company’s latest AI plans. Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham also joins to discuss his review of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, the follow-up to one of the greatest games ever made. (No pressure, Nate!) We also chat about Nintendo’s confirmation that it won’t be announcing any new hardware until next year, and the perils of chatbots serving as the latest avatars for Hindu gods in India.Goo...2023-05-121h 10
The Engadget PodcastPixel Fold rumors, Razer Blade 16 vs 18Is Google’s foldable coming soon? This week, Cherlynn, Devindra and Senior Writer Sam Rutherford discuss the rumored Pixel Fold, which may debut at Google I/O next month. Also, Devindra and Sam compare the Razer Blade 16 to the Razer Blade 18, two powerful (and expensive!) gaming laptops. In other news, we dive into SpaceX’s exploding Starship rocket, and the fake AI generated collab between The Weeknd and Drake. Google’s Pixel Fold is rumored to launch at Google I/O – 1:25Sam Rutherford’s review of the Razer Blade 16 vs Blade 18 – 17:38SpaceX’s S...2023-04-201h 24
The Engadget PodcastIs Google Bard drunk?Google finally opened up its Bard AI for testing, and it turns out it’s a little loopy. This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into their experience with Bard, as well as how it compares with Microsoft’s BingAI (and GPT4, consequently). Also, we discuss even more AI news from NVIDIA, Microsoft and Midjourney, as well as TikTok CEO Shou Chew’s date with Congress.Google opened its Bard AI chatbot to the masses, it seems a little drunk – 1:22So many other AI updates from Microsoft, NVIDIA, Adobe and more – 23:14Other news...2023-03-2359 min
The Engadget PodcastWhat’s up with Elon Musk’s Neuralink?This week, we chat with Senior Editor Andrew Tarantola about Neuralink, Elon Musk’s brain computer interface (BCI) company. The FDA reportedly denied approval for human trials last week—Andy explains why that happened, as well as what BCIs could mean for humans in the future. Also, Cherlynn dives into the accessibility news from Microsoft’s Ability Summit.What’s going on with Neuralink and BCI tech? – 2:05Elon Musk goes after disabled Twitter employee, quickly apologizes – 19:52Microsoft touts new accessibility tech at 2023 Ability Summit – 28:32 Sonos’ Era 300 speaker finally has spatial audi...2023-03-101h 02
The Engadget PodcastDid the PS VR2 arrive too late?The PlayStation VR2 is here, and it’s mostly great! But its high price and limited library make it hard to recommend for many gamers. This week, Devindra and Nathan Ingraham dive into our review of the PS VR2, and why our feelings about it are sort of complicated. Also, we discuss why Bing’s AI search is catching a bad attitude, and what Microsoft has to say about it. And be sure to stay tuned for our thoughts on HBO’s The Last of Us as we reach the middle of its first season.Play...2023-02-171h 04
The Engadget PodcastMacBook Pro M2 review, Samsung Unpacked previewWe’ve finally got new gadgets to review! This week, Cherlynn, Devindra and Engadget’s Sam Rutherford dive into the new 14-inch MacBook Pro with an M2 Max chip. Sure, it looks the same as before, but demanding users may appreciate the performance bump. Also, they discuss where the new M2 Pro-powered Mac Mini fits into Apple’s lineup. And of course, Cherlynn and Sam update us on everything they expect from Samsung’s Unpacked event next week. We’ll get the Galaxy S23, naturally, but rumors also point to new computers too.MacBook Pro M2 Max...2023-01-271h 15
The Engadget PodcastThe best and worst of tech in 2022We made it, folks! The end of the year is upon us, so Cherlynn, Devindra and UK Bureau Chief Mat Smith have gathered to break down the high and low points for the tech world. And for the first time, we duke it out to decide the first ever Engadget Podcast awards for the best and worst tech of the year. Let’s just hope things look brighter in 2023.Engadget’s best / worst of 2022 – 1:23Devindra, Cherlynn and Mat’s personal best / worst of the year – 27:07Engadget Podcast Official Best / Worst of the Yea...2022-12-161h 27
The Engadget PodcastLensaAI and ChatGPT: Fun, fantasy or forewarning?This week, many of us saw our social media feeds taken over by colorful, surreal pictures of people we follow, except they don’t quite look like themselves. The images were generated by Lensa AI, and it’s the latest in what feels like a now-annual trend to use a new app to create mockups of your face in various scenarios. Alongside Lensa, some folks also saw blocks of text from another AI generator, ChatGPT. So on this episode of the podcast, Devindra and Cherlynn chat the appeal, implications and possible future of these types of AI, before being join...2022-12-091h 16
The Engadget PodcastDiving into our Holiday Gift GuideThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Senior Commerce Editor, Valentina Palladino, about our massive Holiday Gift Guide. If you’re looking for a decent laptop to gift, or maybe some budget gear for yourself, we’ve got you covered! Also, they dig into the FTX debacle (which got much worse than last week!), and Elon Musk’s ongoing fail whale Twitter acquisition. And on a surprising note, we end up having strong feelings about Amazon’s chat-based virtual healthcare service. Engadget 2022 Holiday Gift Guide – 1:24NASA’s Artemis 1 rocket finally launches – 27:20Cherlynn got...2022-11-181h 14
The Engadget PodcastElon Musk’s Twitter fiascoWell, it finally happened: Elon Musk has officially taken over Twitter. This week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Engadget’s Karissa Bell to discuss how Musk is reshaping the social network. Are all the changes bad, or is there some method to his madness? (Spoiler: It looks more like desperation than anything else.) Also, we dive into some recent Google AI news, and Devindra explains why the new Apple TV 4K is genuinely great.Elon Musk’s Twitter fiasco – 1:26Thinking of leaving Twitter? Here are some platforms to check out – 21:49Google...2022-11-0453 min
The Engadget PodcastMicrosoft’s Surface event, Pixel reviews and the Quest Pro headsetWhat a week! This episode, Cherlynn, Devindra and Engadget’s Sam Rutherford dive into everything we learned at Microsoft’s Surface event. No, there was no new Surface Duo or Neo, and the actual fresh hardware was mostly incremental. We also reviewed the Pixel 7, 7 Pro and Pixel Watch, and Sam had some hands-on time with the latest Quest VR headset. As if that wasn’t enough, there’s some other news from Samsung, Chromebooks and more.Surface Studio 2+, Surface Laptop 5 and Surface Pro 9 – 1:32Microsoft's new Designer app is powered by Dall-E – 4:56Pixel 7 an...2022-10-141h 34
The Engadget PodcastPixel 7 and Google’s new family of devicesThis week, Cherlynn, Devindra and Engadget’s Sam Rutherford dive into everything we learned at Google’s Pixel 7 event. Sure, it’s nice to have new phones, but it’s even nicer to see Google developing a cohesive design for all of its new devices. The Pixel Watch actually looks cool! And while we were ready to knock the (way too late) Pixel Tablet, its speaker base seems genuinely useful. Google may have finally figured out how to combine its software and AI smarts with well-designed hardware.
Pixel 7 and Pixel 7 Pro first thoughts – 12:04
Pixel Watch – 18:00
Also announced, G...2022-10-0757 min
The Engadget PodcastiPhone 14 is surprisingly repairable + NVIDIA’s RTX 4000 GPUsSurprise! The iPhone 14 is pretty repairable, it turns out. This week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget’s Sam Rutherford about this move towards greater repairability and what it means for future iPhones. Also, they dive into NVIDIA’s powerful (and expensive!) new RTX 4080 and 4090 GPUs. Sure, they’re faster than before, but does anyone really need all that power?
The iPhone 14 is surprisingly repairable – 1:17
NVIDIA announces RTX 4090 and 4080 GPUs (and a Portal mod with ray tracing) – 21:08
Huge hack at Rockstar leaks GTA 6 videos and dev code – 34:22
Uber was also hacked last week by the same crew th...2022-09-231h 11
The Engadget PodcastThe crypto crash explained + Love, Death & Robots interviewWhat the heck is going on in the land of cryptocurrency and NFTs? This week, Devindra and Engadget UK Bureau Chief Mat Smith chat with Manda Farough, co-host and producer of the Virtual Economy podcast, about the massive crypto crash. They discuss how the fall of the Luna cryptocurrency and its sibling, TerraUSD, sent shockwaves through the industry. Also, they dive into ICE’s surprisingly robust (and scary) surveillance system, as well the DHS’s stalled misinformation board.
Terra, Luna, and the recent Crypto crash – 2:05
Acer’s glasses-free 3D laptop – 26:35
Report outs U.S.’s ICE as breeching...2022-05-201h 16
The Engadget PodcastGoogle I/O + hands-on with Microsoft’s Adaptive MouseThis week, Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham joins Cherlynn and Devindra to dive into everything announced at Google I/O. There were plenty of new devices, of course, but Google also showed off how its improved AI tech is making maps, translation and more features even smarter. Also, Cherlynn discusses her exclusive feature on Microsoft’s Adaptive Mouse, as well as the company’s new Inclusive Tech Lab. And in other news, we bid farewell to the iPod and reminisce about the early days of MP3 players.
Google IO overview – 1:45
A return for Google Glass? – 13:24
Pixel 6a announ...2022-05-131h 37
The Engadget PodcastWhat’s up with Overwatch 2?So does the Overwatch 2 beta live up to all of the hype and anticipation? This week, Jessica Conditt joins Devindra to chat about Blizzard’s long-awaited sequel and why she thinks it’s worth the wait. Also, we discuss why you should care about data privacy given the current wave of anti-abortion legislation, and why the Embracer Group is gobbling up so many developers.
Overwatch 2 beta brings some freshness to a stale game, but is it enough? – 1:15
What does the potential overturn of Roe v. Wade mean for online privacy in the US? – 13:28
Swedish game company Embracer...2022-05-0633 min
The Engadget PodcastApple’s confounding Studio Display and the great new iPad AirIt’s time to talk about all of those other new Apple gadgets. This week, Engadget Deputy Editor Nathan Ingraham joins Devindra to dive into Apple’s Studio Display, a nice looking 5K monitor that’s really only meant for the Mac faithful. Also, they discuss why the new iPad Air is a fabulous tablet, and explore what could be the best 5G laptop for RV nomads. Stay tuned to the end for a chat with Dan Erickson, the creator of the excellent Apple TV+ series Severance.
Apple’s confounding Studio Display – 1:28
The M1 iPad Air, however, is great –...2022-03-251h 15
The Engadget PodcastHorizon Forbidden West, PS VR2 and UnchartedIt’s a gaming heavy week! Devindra chats with Engadget Senior Editor Jessica Conditt about one of our most anticipated games of the year, Horizon Forbidden West. Plus, they dive into the lackluster Street Fighter 6 reveal, the PlayStation VR 2 and what’s up with Elden Ring. Finally, we explore what went wrong with the Uncharted movie.
Horizon Forbidden West is here – 2:24
PS VR 2 details are finally out – 17:47
Street Fighter 6 was announced – 22:24
Intel and AMD announce powerful new chips for ultraportables – 28:08
A new tool on Steam will check your library for Steam Deck compatibility – 30:17
Working on – 3...2022-02-2543 min
The Engadget PodcastReviewing the Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22 UltraIt’s all about Samsung this week! Cherlynn, Devindra and Engadget Senior Editor Sam Rutherford dive into the company’s newest flagship smartphones, the Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra. It’s jam-packed with new features, we just wish they were easier to use. (And what the heck is “Vision Booster” anyway?) Also, Sam gives us his thoughts on Alienware’s x14 gaming laptop, and Cherlynn is introduced to the infamous Bitcoin cryptocouple.
Samsung Galaxy S22 and S22 Ultra Reviews – 1:35
Alienware X14 Review – 30:49
Android 13 developer preview / privacy sandbox on Android – 39:20
New productivity tools in Google Smart Canvas – 43:382022-02-181h 10
The Engadget PodcastWhy the Analogue Pocket is the perfect retro portableThis week, Devindra chats with Engadget Editor-at-large James Trew about the Analogue Pocket, an innovative portable gaming device that accurately can play cartridges from older systems like the Game Boy, Game Gear and Atari Lynx. Also, Senior Editor Dan Cooper joins to dive into this week’s news and why you should be watching HBO’s Succession. Senior Editor Jessica Conditt also joins to dive into her investigative feature on MetaWorld, an intriguing VR project that turned out to be a scam.
Analogue Pocket: the perfect retro portable (for a price) – 1:15
Dell’s Concept Pari is an ingeniou...2021-12-171h 19
The Engadget PodcastThe storm around Activision Blizzard’s CEOThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Engadget’s Jessica Conditt to dive into the latest controversy around Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick. According to a recent Wall Street Journal report, he was well aware of sexual misconduct allegations at the company, and he deliberately kept Activision’s board in the dark. Also, we chat about what Apple’s self service program means for you, as well as a new accessibility gadget that brings eye tracking to the iPad.
New report says Activision/Blizzard CEO protected abusers at the studio – 1:20
Apple announces new program to repair products...2021-11-191h 07
The Engadget PodcastIs Meta’s metaverse crazy, or genius?This week, Devindra and Engadget’s Jessica Conditt dive into Facebook’s big metaverse moves. Is it more than a name change? Is Meta a smart bet on where the future of computing is going? Also, Devindra and producer Ben chat about the Google Wave-like additions to Microsoft Office, and Samsung’s jeans for the Z Flip 3.
Facebook / Meta’s big metaverse moment – 1:19
Microsoft announces Loop collaboration tool at Ignite – 33:29
In-browser video editing and audio recording for Office – 42:17
Ford electrified its classic F-100 as a concept car – 46:02
Samsung releases jeans with a pocket specifically for the Galaxy Z...2021-11-051h 06
The Engadget PodcastMacBook Pro and Pixel 6 reviews, Facebook’s fiasco continuesIt’s been a busy week! For our special 100th episode, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into their MacBook Pro and Pixel 6 reviews, answer audience questions, and they chat with Engadget’s Karissa Bell about what we’ve learned from the Facebook Papers. (Unfortunately, this episode was recorded before Facebook renamed itself to Meta, but we’ll be chatting about all of that next week!)
100 Episodes! Livestream Q&A – 1:30
MacBook Pro 14” and 16” Review – 16:20
AirPods Gen 3 review – 25:20
Pixel 6 review – 26:31
The Facebook Papers continue the fiasco – 43:14
iOS 15.1 with SharePlay is out – 58:22
Android releases version 12L for tablets – 1:02:292021-10-291h 33
The Engadget PodcastWindows 11, Android 12, Surface reviews and Facebook’s latest crisisIt’s not too often we get a new version of Windows and a new Android release! This week, Engadget Editor-in-Chief Dana Wollman joins Cherlynn and Devindra to chat about her Surface Pro 8 review, Windows 11, as well as the Surface Laptop Studio and Go. Also, Senior Editor Karissa Bell joins to talk about the latest news from Facebook whistleblower Frances Haugen.
Windows 11 review – 1:15
Surface Pro 8 review – 14:57
Surface Laptop Studio review – 22:21
Surface Go 3 review – 32:00
Sustainability data is going to be a bigger thing in Google products soon – 36:17
Android 12 release / Pixel event announced for October 19 – 47:06
Twitch w...2021-10-081h 25
Engadget TodayEngadget Morning Edition 9/16/21Engadget's Morning After crew is taking a little break and will be back soon. To keep up-to-date on all the latest tech news, try Engadget's email newsletter, The Morning After, at Engadget.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices2021-09-1601 min
The Engadget PodcastApple iPhone 13 event preview, hands-on with Facebook’s smart glassesThis week, Devindra and Cherlynn chat with Wired Reviews Editor Julian Chokkattu about Apple’s upcoming launch event on September 14th. What will the next iPhone be called, and what new features will it bring? We’ll bring down everything we know so far, along with other new hardware to expect from Apple. Also, Devindra and Engadget Senior Editor Karissa Bell chat about Facebook’s first smart glasses, the Ray-Ban Stories. Are we ready for a world where everyone has cameras on their faces? Probably not!
Expectations for the September 14 Apple event: iPhone 13(?) – 1:19
Could we see a new basi...2021-09-101h 16
The Engadget PodcastReviewing ALL the phones: Samsung’s foldables, Pixel 5aThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra are joined by Washington Post Staff Writer (and former Engadget colleague) Chris Velazco to dive into all of the latest phone reviews. What’s up with Samsung’s Flip 3 and Fold 3? Who needs the Pixel 5a? And why did Qualcomm try to make a phone of its own? Tune in for our discussion, as well as to find out what you should be looking for in your next phone upgrade.
The current state of 5G coverage and what we expect from mobile hardware season – 2:17
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip and Fold 3: final reviews – 13:55
Pi...2021-08-201h 28
The Engadget PodcastIs Valve’s Steam Deck a Switch killer?This week on the show, Devindra and Engadget Buyer’s Guide Editor Kris Naudus chat about Valve’s new Steam Deck with Jordan Minor, Apps and Games Analyst at PCMag. Is the hardware powerful enough to truly make it a portable gaming PC? And should we trust Valve with hardware at all after the Steam Machine debacle? Also, we dive into Jeff Bezos’s jaunt to space, Facebook’s spat with the Biden administration and the issues surrounding NSO’s controversial spyware Pegasus.
What is Valve’s Steam Deck and can it compete with the Switch? – 1:21
Jeff Bezos touches...2021-07-241h 11
The Engadget PodcastHands on with Apple’s AirTags and, yes, the purple iPhoneThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget’s Chris Velazco about Apple’s AirTags and the new purple iPhone. We dive into what it’s like to use the AirTags to find things, and their potential limitations. Meanwhile, the purple iPhone is indeed very purple. Also, they chat about why Microsoft buying Nuance is such a huge deal, and how useful Amazon’s AR hair salon could be.
Hands on with AirTags…and Purple iPhone – 1:11
News Roundup: Microsoft buys voice recognition company Nuance for 19.7B – 17:17.046
News Roundup: Discord isn’t selling to anyone, plans to go public – 25:2...2021-04-231h 02
The Engadget PodcastPhysicist Michio Kaku on The God Equation, LG gives up on phonesThis week on the Engadget Podcast, renowned physicist Dr. Michio Kaku joins Cherlynn and Devindra to chat about his new book, The God Equation: The Quest for a Theory of Everything. He dives into the trouble with the Standard Model of physics, this week’s surprising news around muons and why believes we’ll eventually unite with superintelligent robots and roam the cosmos as beings of pure energy. (Hey, it could happen.) Also, Chris Velazco joins to get up in his feelings about LG abandoning the mobile market.
Michio Kaku on his new book “The God Equation” – 0:59
LG Mobile...2021-04-091h 05
The Engadget PodcastWhy the Biden admin wants Big Tech criticsThis week, Cherlynn and Devindra chat with Engadget’s Karissa Bell about some surprising moves from the White House. President Biden plans to nominate antitrust scholar Lina Khan to the FTC, and he’s bringing on Tim Wu, the creator of the term “net neutrality,” as a special advisor. Is this a sign that this administration will take Big Tech to task? Also, we dive into the latest from OnePlus, why Microsoft is rebranding Xbox Live, and of course, the Snyder Cut of Justice League.
Why is the Biden Administration hiring critics of Big Tech? – 1:10
Other News: Slack enab...2021-03-261h 07
The Engadget PodcastWTF are NFTs?This week, Cherlynn and Devindra dive into the wild world of NFTs, or non-fungible tokens, with Engadget Senior Editor Dan Cooper. What do they mean for the future of art and commerce? And should you care about them at all? Also, we chat about Microsoft’s finalized Bethesda acquisition, as well as Facebook’s push to dismiss its latest antitrust charges.
WTF are NFTs?: An Explainer – 1:08
Other News: Microsoft finalizes Bethesda acquisition – 36:27
Other News: Facebook launches Instagram lite / dispute’s FTC’s Antitrust claims – 39:15
Other News: Twitter changes its image previews – 45:06
Other News: Sonos announces Roam p...2021-03-121h 13
The Engadget PodcastNASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover has landed! Now what?This week, Devindra and Cherlynn chat with PhD candidate and all-around space nerd Sophia Gad-Nasr about NASA’s Mars Perseverance Rover. We dive into what it’s journey was like, what was so remarkable about its landing, and what it’ll be working on in the future. Also, we chat about the new PSVR headset, the death of Fry’s Electronics and Cinefex magazine, and more!
What’s Perseverance’s mission on Mars? Feat. Sophia Gad - Nasr – 1:05
The secret code inside Perseverance’s supersonic parachute – 9:58
Perseverance: The Tech Specs – 17:12
Other News - Android update – 27:10
Other News - PS...2021-02-261h 24
The Engadget PodcastVirtual Sundance, Bezos leaves Amazon and the Kia Apple CarWe didn’t have to travel to Utah to drown ourselves in content from the Sundance Film Festival. This week, Devindra and Engadget’s Managing Editor, Terrence O’Brien, chat about all of the wild movies, VR experiences and new media projects they saw at the show. We discuss Rodney Ascher’s dive into simulation theory, A Glitch in the Matrix; the meditative tech documentary Users; and our experiences exploring VR parties. Also, we chat about Jeff Bezos’ plan to step down as Amazon’s CEO (and why it’s terrifying that he has more time to become a supervillain...2021-02-0558 min
The Engadget PodcastOnePlus Nord and a gaming phone partyThis has been a gadget-and-gaming heavy week for Team Engadget, and it’s right in our comfort zone. As Devindra was busy hosting Engadget’s Xbox livestream event, Cherlynn is joined by UK Bureau Chief Mat Smith. They dive into the OnePlus Nord, which was launched this week, and has been hyped up by the company and its fans. The Nord is a return to good affordable phones for OnePlus, and Mat shares his impressions after playing with it for a bit. Our hosts also go over the OnePlus Buds, Xiaomi’s Mi Smart Band 5 (and other products), the ASUS R...2020-07-2445 min
The Engadget PodcastTwitter and Facebook's Showdown with TrumpWhat a year this past week has been. While protesters were hitting the streets to combat police violence, most of us were left watching the events unfold on social media. And even without those historic demonstrations, it was a pretty momentous week for Twitter and Facebook, both of which were faced with challenging decisions on handling Donald Trump’s more explosive posts. Devindra and Cherlynn chat with Karissa Bell, Engadget’s Senior Editor focusing on social media, about how Twitter and Facebook approached the occasion very differently.
What a Week in Social Media (with Senior Editor Karissa Bell) – 4:17
...2020-06-0556 min
The Engadget PodcastDell's New XPS Laptops and Zocdoc's Telehealth PlayWe’re back to a somewhat regular week of news on this episode of the Engadget Podcast. Devindra and Cherlynn tackle the good and bad of Dell’s new XPS and Alienware laptops, before diving into Zocdoc’s telehealth play and what that could mean for our healthcare infrastructure in the future. We also contemplate the utility of VR meetings and therapy sessions, as well as the appeal of a quirky pair of wireless earbuds promising to tailor audio to the shape of your ears.
Dell XPS 15, 17 – 1:18
Alienware R51 – 6:36
ZocDoc transitions to telehealth – 11:37
Spatial VR Meetings – 1...2020-05-1537 min
The Engadget PodcastReviewing the Pixel Buds and Amazon's 'Upload'At long last, the new Pixel Buds are here. Two years after the original’s underwhelming debut, Google finally released its true wireless earbuds this week. Engadget senior news editor (and resident audio expert) Billy Steele joined Cherlynn and Devindra to explain why he called these “a revelation compared to the previous model.” The trio also analyze how Google’s earbuds compare to rivals like the AirPods, Jabra Elite 75t and Sony WF-1000XM3, and Billy highlights what we can expect from true wireless earbuds in 2020.
Then, Devindra and Cherlynn discuss Amazon’s new show Upload, with snippets from a tal...2020-05-0146 min
The Engadget PodcastCoronavirus Hits Tech + Finding Hope With Cosmos Co-Creator Ann DruyanThis week on the Engadget Podcast, we dive into the many ways the coronavirus is affecting the tech industry, all the while remembering to wash our hands and not touch our faces. It's not quite a pandemic yet, but there's some hope on the horizon, now that social media companies like Facebook are actually trying to fight coronavirus disinformation. And for something completely different, Devindra chats with Ann Druyan (starting at 26:59), the co-creator of Cosmos, on the show's incredible new season.
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Facebook will run free WHO ads to counter coronavirus misinformation: https://www.engadget.com/2020/03/04/facebook-free-who-ads-coronavirus/2020-03-0642 min
The Engadget PodcastSamsung’s Galaxy S20 Ultra: Is This Your 5G King?Samsung’s Galaxy S20 Ultra: Is This Your 5G King? by Engadget
2020-02-2847 min
The Engadget PodcastHow Tech (And Humans) Failed the Iowa CaucusThe logistical and technical debacle of the Iowa Democratic Caucus is exactly why we're not hopeful about online voting in America. This week on the Engadget Podcast, Devindra and Cherlynn chat about what exactly went wrong for Iowa's Democratic Party. The mysterious app from an unknown progressive tech firm was mostly to blame, but it was also helped by some good old fashioned human error.
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Iowa Democrats say sloppy code led to app failure:
https://www.engadget.com/2020/02/04/iowa-democrats-caucus-app-delay/
Iowa caucus results delayed due to app issues: https://www.engadget.com/2020-02-03-iowa-caucus-mobile-app-problems...2020-02-0731 min
The Engadget PodcastWhy Clearview AI's Facial Recognition is a Privacy NightmareAll of our fears around facial recognition technology are coming true thanks to a little known startup called ClearView AI. This week, Devindra and Cherlynn dive into how ClearView works, and what unchecked access to powerful facial recognition means for the future of privacy. (It's good for cops, not so much everybody else!)
Also, managing editor Terrence O'Brien joins to break down how Billy Eilish recorded a Grammy-winning album in a spare bedroom. It's all yet another milestone for DIY home audio production.
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NYT: The secretive company that might end privacy as we know it...2020-01-3142 min
The Engadget PodcastApple’s 16” MacBook Pro is Here (and so is Engadget’s Gift Guide)!Get ready for the holidays with an in depth look at Engadget’s gift guide! This week, editor in chief Dana Wollman joins Devindra to chat about how we pick the best gadget gifts and some of the wildest choices we’ve made. And of course, we find time to dive into the new 16” MacBook Pro.
2019-11-1536 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Streaming Wars Have BegunApple TV+ just launched, Disney+ is on the way, and HBO Max is coming next year. This week on the Engadget Podcast, Devindra and Cherlynn explore why these companies are launching their own streaming services and what it all means for consumers. Are they actually worth subscribing to? Is there simply too much to watch?
2019-11-0835 min
The Engadget PodcastIs MacOS Catalina Apple's Vista Moment?MacOS Catalina is here, and it's... kind of a mess. In this episode, Devindra and Cherlynn are joined by Engadget Editor-in-Chief Dana Wollman to discuss Apple's latest desktop OS. The big question: Is Catalina Apple's Vista? (Pro-tip: Don't rush to upgrade.) We also ponder what Google will show off at next week's Pixel event; chat about PG&E's widespread power outages in California; and dive into the weirdness of Andy's Rubin's latest Essential phone, Project Gem.
2019-10-1131 min
The Engadget PodcastIs Microsoft Making Better PCs than Apple?Microsoft dropped a load of Surfaces on us last week, each impressive in their own right. We were wowed by the Surface Pro X, Pro 7 and Laptop 3 -- and of course, we can't wait to hear more about the dual-screen Surface Neo and Duo. It's hard not to compare all of those computers to Apple and its relatively straightforward lineup of Macbooks. This week on the Engadget podcast, reviews editor Cherlynn Low and I dive into one big question: Is Microsoft making better PCs than Apple?
If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show...2019-10-0745 min
The Engadget PodcastWe're back!Get your headphones ready, the Engadget Podcast is back in action and headed your way soon!
2019-10-0500 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 44: Amazon announces all the thingsThis week, we discuss Amazon's sprawling new product lineup, ranked from "useful" to "weird." Also, we have some thoughts on Twitter's 280-character experiment
2017-09-2929 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 43: Hits, misses and leaksThis week on the Engadget Podcast, we discuss our impressions of the iPhone 8, 8 Plus and Apple Watch Series 3, plus our take on the big Google-HTC deal.
2017-09-2232 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 42: Everything AppleThis week senior editor Chris Velazco and Executive Editor Dana Wollman are talking everything Apple! The iPhone X, iPhone 8 and 8 Plus, and the Apple Watch Series 3... plus more!
2017-09-1529 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 41: High HopesThis week senior editor Chris Velazco and Executive Editor Dana Wollman meant to recap Chris's review of the Galaxy Note 8, but this quickly devolved into speculation about next week's Apple event and opining about the crowded smartphone space in general.
2017-09-0835 min
The Engadget PodcastEngadget Podcast: Ep 40: This is Your NightExecutive Editor, Dana Wollman, and Senior Mobile Editor, Chris Velazco, sit down to discuss the best of IFA, as well as Google ARCore
2017-09-0127 min
The Engadget PodcastEngadget Podcast Ep 39: Rip OffOn this episode hosts Dana Wollman and Terrence O'Brien talk about the massive ransomware attack spreading across the globe and Caddyshack. Edgar Alvarez stops by to fills everyone in on all the drama around Fyre Festival, Instagram influencers and the FTC. Then Cherlynn Low and Devindra Hardawar check in from Build to give us the low down on Microsoft's plans for the future.
2017-05-1543 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 37: Modern ThingsOn this episode senior editor Chris Velazco and social media manager Evan Rodgers join host Terrence O’Brien for the last ever video edition of The Engadget Podcast. From here on out the show is going audio only, which will allow the show to bring you a wider variety of guests from all over the country and the globe. But those aren’t the only changes at the site. Engadget has a new editor chief and a renewed focus on doing what it does best: Bringing you the best and most important stories in tech.
For example, on this...2017-04-211h 06
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 36: Bad and BoujeeOn this episode of the Engadget Podcast senior editor Cherlynn Low and executive editor Dana Wollman join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about some recent examples of bad corporate behavior. First the trio look the most recent developments at Uber, where days without controversy are increasingly rare. After that, they turn their attention to another perennial punching bag (and soon to be newest member of the Verizon family) Yahoo. The company’s troubles aren’t new. In fact the panel will be discussing just the latest fallout from a scandal surrounding political prisoners in China that dates back to 200...2017-04-1447 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 35: TV PartyOn this episode host Terrence O’Brien is joined by executive editor Dana Wollman and (eventually) senior editor Chris Velazco. They start by looking at the current state of cord cutting and weigh the value of YouTube’s new live streaming TV package. Then they’ll try to figure out what the benefit is of Netflix ditching its five star rating system for a simplified option of just thumbs up or thumbs down. Obviously you can watch YouTube and Netflix on an actual television, but portable screens are an increasingly important part of the media market. How does the new 20...2017-04-0741 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 34: IntergalacticOn this special all Samsung edition of the Engadget Podcast host Terrence O’Brien is joined by executive editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Chris Velazco. First all three will debate some of the most burning questions surrounding South Korea’s biggest phone manufacturer. Should Samsung be using resources to build yet another virtual assistant? Is there anyone who wants to use their phone as a desktop? And, most importantly, can the Galaxy S8 save Samsung from itself? Then Chris Velazco will paint a picture of the event on the ground, before the crew dives deep on the finer poin...2017-03-311h 08
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 33: Losing My EdgeManaging editor Dana Wollman and host Terrence O’Brien are joined by a new face on this week’s episode: social media manager Evan Rodgers. They’ll talk about Engadget’s Adult Week -- a collection of articles about growing up in the digital age. Sure, we all know that what you say on social media can really come back to bite you in the ass (and possibly cost you a job). But, the internet is both an obstacle that needs to be navigated and a powerful tool that can teach you to be an independent and self sufficient adult. W...2017-03-241h 23
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 32: North and South of the RiverSenior editors Devindra Hardawar and Nathan Ingraham were among the Engadget team in Austin for SXSW this week. They sit down to talk about what they’ve seen, from movies to VR experiences to former Vice President Joe Biden. They also discuss how covering SXSW differs from the other big events Engadget typically covers and also decide whether or not the show is losing its cool. Also, BBQ. Lots and lots of BBQ.
Relevant links:
https://www.engadget.com/tag/sxsw2017/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03/14/sony-motion-sonic-wristband-makes-sound-with-a-wave-of-your-ar/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03/13/sony-put-four-perspectives-in-one-vr-headset/
https://www.engadget.co...2017-03-1634 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 31: Look Inside AmericaOn this episode a trio of out-of-towners -- managing editor James Trew, senior editor Aaron Souppouris and senior editor Mat Smith -- join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the latest tech news. First they’ll discuss Consumer Reports decision to start considering security and privacy in their ratings. Then try to figure out just what the hell the New York Times is thinking by putting tweets in the print edition of the paper. Then lastly they’ll talk about the latest out of Wikileaks and yell a whole lot about what a terrible person Julian Assange is.
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The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 30: I Can ChangeAfter surviving The Great AWS Outage of 2017, managing editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Devindra Hardawar rejoin host Terrence O’Brien to talk about Nintendo’s Switch. But before they get to that, they’ll take on YouTube’s live TV offering and Twitter’s new tools for fighting harassment. Plus they’ll address the latest controversy surrounding Uber CEO Travis Kalanick.
Relevant links:
https://www.engadget.com/2017/02/28/youtube-tv-is-googles-live-tv-service/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03/01/twitter-improves-mute-controls-for-abuse/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/02/28/uber-ceo-argues-with-driver/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03/01/nintendo-switch-review/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03/02/nintendo-switch-day-one-patch/
https://www.engadget.com/2017/03...2017-03-0343 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 29: Re-OffenderManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Nathan Ingraham join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the biggest tech stories of the week. Of course, that means Uber and the growing controversy around its corporate culture -- including allegations of rampant sexism. They’ll also address Samsung’s plans to sell refurbished Note 7s, Bill Gate’s endorsement of a robot tax and PewDiePie’s most recent controversy. Then it’s time to unwind a bit, and the group has some reading and listening suggestions. Plus, Dana wants your recipes.
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https://www.engadget.com/2017/02/21/samsung-will...2017-02-2448 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 28: Disconnection NoticeOn this episode, managing editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien on to debate the value of reviving dead products and really dig deep on the value of unplugging. First they’ll look at three things primed to come back from the dead: Verizon’s unlimited data plans, nudity in Playboy and the Nokia 3310. Then, fresh from a weekend reading by a fireplace and drinking whiskey in the woods, Terrence talks about the importance of unplugging -- even if only for a few hours -- every week. We’re more connected than ever and that...2017-02-1754 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 27: American TuneManaging editor Dana Wollman and reviews editor Cherlynn Low join host Terrence O’Brien to discuss the biggest tech news of the week. FIrst they’ll debate OnePlus’ benchmark scandal, then try to sort out why the ACLU is partnering with startup incubator Y Combinator and take the “artists” behind the Tinder for baby adoption Kickstarter to task. Finally it’s another week of Trump talk as the panel addresses the impact of the recent immigration ban on the tech industry and how the political climate is impacting our social media habits.
2017-02-0352 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 26: The Sounds of ScienceManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Nathan Ingraham join host Terrence O’Brien on the latest episode. First Dana and Nathan face off in the latest installment of Flame Wars, tackling the latest news around Google Voice, struggling streaming service Tidal and the Note 7. Then all three will try to unravel the first week of Donald Trump’s presidency and what it means for science in particular.
2017-01-2752 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 25: Black Hole SunSenior editor Chris Velazco, reviews editor Cherlynn Low and Social Media Editor Mallory Johns join host Devindra Hardawar to chat about the biggest stories of the week, including HTC U Ultra phone, which may or may not save the company. Moving on, they dive into the Nintendo Switch’s launch, and discuss President Obama’s commutation of Chelsea Manning’s prison sentence.
2017-01-2054 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 24: The Biggest LieSenior editors Edgar Alvarez and Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to discuss the biggest stories of the week, including Facebook’s Journalism Project and the Emoji takeover of Monopoly. Then they’ll talk about Volkswagen’s massive settlement and pending indictments. Plus they’ll try to recap Dieselgate without messing up the timeline.
2017-01-1343 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 23: Leaving Las VegasEditor in chief Michael Gorman, executive editor Chris Trout and managing editor Dana Wollman join host Terrence O’Brien to give you one last update from the ground in Las Vegas. They talk about the history of sex at CES, it’s quiet reemergence and all the most absurd gadgets from the show floor. Plus they settle once and for all who is the Flame Wars champion, and who will have something to prove in 2017.
2017-01-0823 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 22: Filmore JiveSenior editor Aaron Souppouris, senior HD editor Richard Lawler and senior editor Mat Smith join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the tech announcements at CES that will shape 2017. Just like every year, it’s a big TV show. LG, Samsung, Sony and plenty others came with their biggest and brightest sets. But it was LG that stole Lawler’s heart with it’s crazy thin W-series OLEDs. The group also chats about how OLEDs are quickly becoming cheaper and more readily available.
2017-01-0719 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 21: Ooh Las VegasAssociate editor Billy Steele, senior editor Nicole Lee and deputy managing editor James Trew join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the early trends emerging from CES. It’s only the first day of the show, but there’s already been plenty of announcements, press conferences and lots of lost sleep. One of the most immediate things you’ll notice on the show floor is that everything has voice control this year, even garbage cans. And tons of companies are rushing to integrate Alexa into cars, washing machines and refrigerators. The panel will also talk about the best and wors...2017-01-0628 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 20: I Can’t Stand Up For Falling DownIt’s the last episode of the year and host Terrence O’Brien is closing things out with managing editor Dana Wollman and reviews editor Cherlynn Low. After looking at the biggest winners of 2016 last week, the crew is taking on the biggest losers. That means exploding phones, shady medical startups and trolls galore. Plus the standings for Flame Wars are finalized ahead of CES, so get ready ‘cause things might get real weird next week.
2016-12-301h 06
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 19: Simply the BestIn this week’s episode guest host Devindra Hardawar is joined by Managing Editor Dana Wollman and Senior Editor Chris Velazco as they run through the biggest winners of 2016. While it might have been a rough year for our musical legends, it was a pretty solid one for Netflix and Tesla. Heck, even in the throes of a growing fake news crisis, Facebook managed to have more wins than loses. And, once they’ve finished listing off all the ways emoji are taking over the world, they’ll look at some of the best gadgets of 2016.
2016-12-2350 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 18: We Both Go Down TogetherManaging Editor Dana Wollman and Senior Editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the biggest tech stories of the week. First Dana and Devindra debate the value of Amazon’s delivery drones and Google’s… I mean Alphabet’s new self-driving car company, Waymo. Plus they discuss the privacy freakout surrounding Evernote. Then all three will dig into the never ending security failures of Yahoo. Now that the company has admitted that over 1.5 billion user accounts were compromised -- and didn’t say a word about it for over 2 years -- will Verizon still go through with...2016-12-1653 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 17: Mansion on the HillExecutive editor Christopher Trout and reviews editor Cherlynn Low join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the week’s biggest news, including: Pandora Premium, Fitbit’s purchase of Pebble and the gaming industry’s nostalgia overload. Then Chris will tell the panel about his investigation into a failed gaming accessory that’s found a second life as a sex toy -- clearly things get a little NSFW. Then all three will talk about what Amazon Go and other advancements in automation and mean for low-skill and low-wage jobs.
2016-12-091h 06
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 16: Feds WatchingManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the week’s biggest tech news, including Nike’s new self-lacing shoes, Netlix’s offline mode and “yelfies.” Then they’ll rant about what’s been bother them this week, whether that’s DirecTV, crappy touchpads or Amazon’s convoluted pile of apps. Lastly they’ll try to unravel the complicated mess that is Rule 41 and what it means for privacy in America.
Relevant links:
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/30/yelp-wants-you-to-add-a-yelfie-to-your-restaurant-reviews/
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/30/nike-hyperadapt-first-look/
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/30/netflix...2016-12-0254 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep. 15: Everything But the TruthSenior editor Devindra Hardawar and reviews editor Cherlynn Low join host Terrence O’Brien to dig through the week’s biggest news. First they’ll talk about two of the biggest new products on the market: the Macbook Pro and the Surface Studio. Then they’ll try to figure out what posses a Ubisoft employee to hide a rather graphic image of a vagina in Watch Dogs 2. Lastly the panel will talk about the growing problem of fake news on the internet and what giants like Facebook can do to combat it.
Relevant links:
https://www.engadget.com/2016...2016-11-1850 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 14: Welcome to the TerrordomeTrigger warning: This episode in a solid hour of Donald Trump talk.
If you're still with us, strap in. Dana Wollman, Nathan Ingraham and Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O'Brien to talk about how social media traps us in echo chambers. The they'll envision what the world of tech and science looks like under a President Donald Trump. Hint: Things are a little bleak.
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/09/under-trump-the-future-of-net-neutrality-and-broadband-is-uncert/
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/09/planet-earth-might-be-the-biggest-loser-under-president-trump/
https://www.engadget.com/2016/11/09/this-is-happening/
2016-11-111h 01
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 13: A Chicken with its Head Cut OffEditor in chief Michael Gorman and executive editor Christopher Trout are in town this week and stop by to talk Peter Thiel, Vine and online voting with host Terrence O’Brien and reviews editor Cherlynn Low. Then, after they’ve had their fill of beating up on Thiel, the four will explore how dating and sex have changed in the age of apps. Warning, things get a little NSFW.
2016-11-0455 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 12: Surface EnvyManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about the value of the Esc key, the Nintendo Switch and the impeding Gilmore Girls resurrection. Then they’ll relive Microsoft’s big Surface event and dig in on future of Twitter… and whether or not it even has one.
2016-10-2851 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep. 11: Everybody HurtsManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Mona Lalwani join host Terrence O’Brien to talk Macbook rumors, Amazon ISP ambitions and Julian Assange. Then they’ll talk about all the work that went into Engadget’s five part series covering the world’s first cyborg games, Superhumans and look at VR’s ability generate empathy.
2016-10-2152 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 10: SurvivorManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Chris Velazco join host Terrence O’Brien to debate Facebook’s trending new problem and the true purpose of Twitter. Then they’ll dig through the ashes of the Galaxy Note 7 for insight and discuss how hashtags actually can change the world.
2016-10-1449 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 9: What’s he building in thereManaging editor Dana Wollman and senior editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to dig through all the big Google news from the week, including the launch of the Pixel phones. Plus they take a brief detour to talk about what makes the PlayStation VR better than its competitors.
2016-10-0750 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 8: He's Simple, He's Dumb, He's the PilotManaging editor Dana Wollman, reviews editor Cherlynn Low and senior editor Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to discuss Elon Musk’s plans to colonize Mars, racing 3D boats in Red Hook and the over-simplification of “the cyber” at the first presidential debate.
2016-09-3047 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 7: FirestarterManaging editor Dana Wollman, senior editor Nathan Ingraham and reviews editor Cherlynn Low join guest host Devindra Hardawar to discuss Samsung’s Galaxy Note 7 recall, Uber’s self-driving cars and why the heck Google is making another messaging app.
2016-09-2341 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 6: I Beg Your Pardon (I Never Promised You A Rose Garden)Managing Editor Dana Wollman and Reviews Editor Cherlynn Low join host Terrence O’Brien to discuss all the latest Apple goodies. Plus they’ll talk about Samsung’s software bandaid for your exploding Note 7 and debate whether or not Edward Snowden deserves a Presidential pardon.
2016-09-1648 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 5: ApplesauceEditor-in-Chief Michael Gorman, Executive Editor Christopher Trout and Managing Editor Dana Wollman join host Terrence O’Brien for a special all Apple edition of the podcast from San Francisco. On the show they’ll search for the definition of courage, tell you what it’s really like on the floor of an major press event and give a state of the Apple union.
2016-09-091h 05
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 4: All Eyez On MeEditors Cherlynn Low and Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about Intel’s latest CPUs, Dead or Alive’s controversial VR feature and Lenovo’s “innovative” take on the keyboard. Then the panel takes a look at Chris Brown’s standoff and how Instagram videos and Facebook Live fit into our modern media landscape.
2016-09-0246 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 3: Scary Monsters (And Super Creeps)Editors Nathan Ingraham and Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about Android Nougat, PlayStation 4 rumors and why Amazon would create an Echo-exclusive music service. Then the panel addresses the endless harassment faced by Leslie Jones, and use the word “garbage”... a lot.
2016-08-2536 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 2: One More RobotEditors Cherlynn Low, Dana Wollman and Chris Velazco join host Terrence O’Brien to talk about how fitness trackers ruined Happy Meals, the true potential of AI and try to figure out what monster would want the backspace key to navigate back a page in Chrome.
2016-08-1949 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 1: Your Racist FriendEditors Cherlynn Low, Devindra Hardawar and Nathan Ingraham join host Terrence O’Brien to debate iPhone rumors, explore the perks of renting gadgets, and express their utter exasperation at Snapchat’s racist filters.
2016-08-1237 min
The Engadget PodcastThe Engadget Podcast Ep 0: Re-make / Re-modelEditors Dana Wollman, Cherlynn Low and Devindra Hardawar join host Terrence O’Brien to debate Apple’s new water gun emoji, talk about what it’s like to be harassed on Instagram, try to figure out who owns the code that powers our government.
2016-08-0638 min