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Samsung’s new Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is a fantastic phone, according to Input senior reviews editor Ray Wong. The Note 20 Ultra fixes its sibling the S20 Ultra’s hit-or-miss autofocus and is stuffed to the gills with features. But, asks Ray in his review of the new device, what is a Galaxy Note after nine generations? He joins us to discuss. And later: The Analogue Pocket is a handheld game console that promises to perfectly emulate everything from Nintendo’s Game Boy to the Neo Geo Pocket. The new device, due out in May 2021, recently became available for pre-order. It sold out right away. Input editor Ryan Houlihan visits the pod to talk about it.

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Facebook, which bought Oculus in 2014, has announced that users will require a Facebook account to use an Oculus VR device. It’s a move that has understandably pissed off Oculus’s consumer base. Input editors Ryan Houlihan and Evan Rodgers join us to discuss Facebook’s controversial announcement. And later: It’s been over two decades since Sega released its last, and arguably most beloved console, the Dreamcast. Independent developers have never really let go of the Dreamcast, and 2020 looks to be a great year for the console, with five notable games seeing release. Ryan and Evan talk about these new titles.

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Microsoft recently provided details on its first foray into phones in years, the Surface Duo, which launches September 10. After hearing what Microsoft had to say about the dual-screen device, which runs on Android, Input senior reviews editor Ray Wong wrote that he’s “excited as hell” to get his hands on one. He joins us to discuss. And later: Despite the economic worries ravaging the U.S., the 2021 Ford Bronco received more than 150,000 pre-orders in the two weeks after it was announced. Input news editor Craig Wilson joins us to talk about the all-terrain vehicle.

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In late July, after two of its riders died in the span of nine days, Revel suspended operations for its electric scooter service in New York City. Before that happened, Input news writer Ian Servantes was injured in a Revel accident of his own. He joins us to talk about his recent piece, Ian investigated how safe Revel’s mopeds are for the average person and questioned the company’s policies. And later: BMW recently announced that by 2023 it’s planning on introducing more than 20 electric cars, including versions of its 5 and 7 Series sedans and its X1 crossover. Should Tesla be worried? Input news editor Craig Wilson joins us to discuss.

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The new Nike SB Dunk Low “Grateful Dead” shoe was one of the hottest drops of 2020. But not everyone was stoked about it. Some Deadheads complained about Nike’s alleged past use of sweatshops, saying that late band leader Jerry Garcia would not approve of the collaboration. Meanwhile, another set of fans were upset that they couldn’t get their hands on the sneakers. Input senior editor Edgar Alvarez joins us to talk about the controversy. And later: The sound quality of the new OnePlus Buds won't blow you away, according to Input senior reviews editor Ray Wong, but the price absolutely will. At $79, these wireless earbuds are half the cost of AirPods, Galaxy Buds, and Pixel Buds. Ray joins us to discuss.

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President Trump wants to ban TikTok and has issued an executive order meant to do just that. But the real reason Trump is obsessed with the Chinese-owned social video app has nothing to do with the security reasons he’s cited, argues Input editor Ryan Houlihan. Rather, it all comes down to the president’s narcissism. Ryan joins us to discuss. And later: Every time a celebrity trends without context on Twitter, people get alarmed. Did said celebrity die? Were they canceled? Input news writer J. Fergus says they experience a panic attack any time a favorite celeb of theirs trends. J. joins us to talk about what Twitter can do to stop these scares. Read more on inputmag.com/inputoutput.

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In 1993, ABC aired a five-part, ambitious miniseries called Wild Palms. The show, produced by Oliver Stone, was a sprawling treatise on polarized politics, hallucinogenic drugs, religion, and the rise of technology. It was also a commercial disaster. Input editor in chief Joshua Topolsky joins us to talk about the series, a remastered HD version of which is now available on Blu-ray. And later: In the era of social distancing, hugs are in short supply. So people are using technology to experience the next best thing to in-person affection. Input news writer J. Fergus recently wrote about video cuddle sessions and immersive VR experiences. They join us to discuss.

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Last week, Samsung formally unveiled its newest products at its Galaxy Unpacked virtual event. Among the company’s new devices are two versions of the Galaxy Note 20 phone, both due out August 21, and the Galaxy Z Fold 2, a second-generation foldable with a release date to be announced. Input senior reviews editor Ray Wong joins us to talk about what to expect from these new phones. And later: The original Galaxy Fold had a troubled rollout and received mixed reviews last year. But there’s at least one thing it’s perfect for: retro gaming. Input guides editor Evan Rodgers joins us to discuss.

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Google’s Pixel 4a, a mid-range Android phone, has been widely praised by the tech press. But Input senior reviews editor Ray Wong doesn’t see what the big deal is. In his review of the Pixel 4a, Ray deems the $349 device “forgettable.” He joins us to discuss. And later: Input editor in chief Joshua Topolsky was tired of Kuerig’s K-cup coffee system, which is terrible for the environment and pricey to boot. So he bought a super-automatic espresso machine, the $530 De'Longhi ESAM3300, which he says changed his life. Joshua joins us to talk about his beloved machine.

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Quibi, the short-form content platform with a silly name, has been widely mocked. It’s also proved to be a commercial failure: 92 percent of Quibi users canceled after their free three-month trial period. So it’s no surprise that the subreddit dedicated to the platform is a virtual ghost town. Input editor Ryan Houlihan recently wrote about r/Quibi, which he calls “the saddest place on the internet.” He joins us to discuss. And later: Video game publisher Wales Interactive recently dropped a trailer for its full motion video title Gamer Girl, in which a female livestreamer appears to get attacked in real life. Critics accused the game makers of monetizing women’s trauma, and the trailer was quickly pulled. Input news editor Cheyenne MacDonald joins us to talk about the controversy.

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