The TechStack

In this episode of the TechStack, industry analysts Mark Vena (SmartTech Research), Jim McGregor (Tirias Research), and Marco Chiappetta (HotTech Vision & Analysis), set out to discuss Apple’s recent price increases, what caused them, and how they might impact the broader market, but things didn’t exactly go to plan.

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#apple #rampocolypse #ramageddon #tech #technology #techstack

Two highly anticipated products officially launched recently, Intel’s Wildcat Lake Core Series 3 processors and AMD’s Ryzen AI Halo mini workstation for AI developers. We’ve tested them both and discussed whether or not Intel and AMD hit their marks with these products, relative to competitive offerings.

It also raised long-term revenue targets—especially in data center, automotive, and IoT—while naming Meta as its first major customer for C1000 and projecting non-handset revenue to more than double by 2029.

Dave, Jim and Marco were at the event and squeezed in a concise discussion between meetings.

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#intel #amd #wildcatlake #ryzenaihalo #ai

Qualcomm Investor Day 2026 marked a major shift for the company, from its mobile-centric past toward a broader compute, AI infrastructure and data center silicon company, highlighted by the debut of its Dragonfly C1000 server CPU and the $3.9B acquisition of Modular Inc.

It also raised long-term revenue targets—especially in data center, automotive, and IoT—while naming Meta as its first major customer for C1000 and projecting non-handset revenue to more than double by 2029.

Dave, Jim and Marco were at the event and squeezed in a concise discussion between meetings.

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#qualcomm #snapdragon #dragonwing #investorday #ai #6G #HBC #datacenter

At Computex 2026, premium AI PCs and high-end systems dominated the spotlight, but what about the low-cost laptop market? In this episode of TechStack, we discuss whether Windows OEMs need to challenge Apple's MacBook Neo or if competing at the low end is simply a race to the bottom. We examine Intel's Wildcat Lake processors and Firefly design concept, Dell's new $599 XPS 13, and Qualcomm's Snapdragon C platform targeting affordable $300-$500 devices. Join us as we explore the future of entry-level PCs and the changing dynamics of the notebook market.

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Whether it’s the latest hardware, an in-depth breakdown of a leading company, or a meaningful conversation with an industry insider, everything we do is rooted in one mission: Make technology understandable, accessible, and relevant.

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#MacbookNeo #WildcatLake #XPS13 #SnapdragonC #Intel #Apple #Qualcomm #Computex

At WWDC 2026, Apple outlined the next evolution of Apple Intelligence, emphasizing quality, privacy, and safety over rushing AI features to market. In this episode of TechStack, we discuss Apple's vision for Siri, the distinction between AI assistants and autonomous agents, and the company's measured approach to integrating AI into everyday experiences. We also examine Apple's partnership with Google Gemini, how third-party AI models work with Apple apps, and what these announcements mean for the future of the Apple Intelligence ecosystem and generative AI.

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Whether it’s the latest hardware, an in-depth breakdown of a leading company, or a meaningful conversation with an industry insider, everything we do is rooted in one mission: Make technology understandable, accessible, and relevant.

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#apple #siri #ai #wwdc2026

On this episode of TechStack, Principal Analyst from Tirias Research Jim McGregor and IBM's Luis Lastras discuss the future of enterprise AI and data security live from IBM Think 2026. Learn how IBM Granite Enterprise Models deliver small, efficient, and customizable AI capabilities through a modular architecture powered by Granite Switch, enabling organizations to compose and orchestrate AI models at scale. The conversation also explores IBM Guardium and its role in securing sensitive data across hybrid cloud environments with real-time monitoring, vulnerability management, and compliance automation.

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#ibm #think2026 #ai #granite #security #privacy #bigdata #tech #techstack #technology

In this special episode of the TechStack, industry analyst Mark Vena (SmartTech Research) is on-site at Dell Technologies World 2026 discussing AI factories, deskside agentic AI, and future plans with Dell’s Varun Chabra, Senior Vice President of Infrastructure (ISG) and Telecom Marketing, and Jon Siegal, enior Vice President of CSG & Online Marketing. You're not going to want to miss this one.

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#dell #delltechworld #agenticai #ai #techstack

In this special episode of the TechStack, industry analyst Marco Chiappetta (HotTech Vision & Analysis) is on-site at Dell Technologies World 2026 discussing deskside agentic AI with Dell’s Head of Product for Commercial Notebooks & Education, Zach Noskey.

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#dell #delltechworld #ai #agenticai #techstack

The automotive industry is moving from hundreds of ECU modules to just a few zones in modern vehicles. If you're an engineer or a tech enthusiast trying to keep up with the Software Defined Vehicle revolution, hit play and subscribe. We’re breaking down the hardware that makes this shift actually work with the #1 leader in car zone control, Infineon Technologies.

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Whether it’s the latest hardware, an in-depth breakdown of a leading company, or a meaningful conversation with an industry insider, everything we do is rooted in one mission: Make technology understandable, accessible, and relevant.

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#sdv #Infineon #autonomousvehicles

In this episode of TechStack, the team breaks down two major shifts in the tech industry: Apple CEO Tim Cook steps down after a historic run, with John Ternus named the new CEO, signaling a new era for Apple leadership. We also analyze Intel’s latest Q1 2026 earnings report, highlighting positive momentum, improving performance, and what it could mean for Intel’s turnaround strategy. Tune in for expert insights on Apple leadership changes, Intel stock outlook, semiconductor trends, and the future of Big Tech.

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Whether it’s the latest hardware, an in-depth breakdown of a leading company, or a meaningful conversation with an industry insider, everything we do is rooted in one mission: Make technology understandable, accessible, and relevant.

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#apple #intel #semiconductor