On this week's episode, Google is shrinking the size of their apps. Also, Amir finally gets his hands on a pair of Snap Spectacles.

This week's Five Favorites:

1. Slack and Google Announce Partnership (TechCrunch)

2. Google Play Background App Updates Are Now 65% Smaller (VentureBeat)

3. Instagram Is Changing Comments In A Big Way (Mashable)

4. Pandora Spotify Competitor is Launching Next Year (TechCrunch)

5. Hot Topic: Amazon Just Launched A Cashier-Free Convenience Store (Venture Beat) Honorable Mention(s):

• Microsoft Officially Closes Its Acquisition of LinkedIn

DISHonorable Mention(s):

• PewDiePie deletes his (other) YouTube channel (The Verge)

DISHonorable Mention(s):

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