June 21, 2023

This Week in Google 721: Why Would Google Do That?

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2 hours 51 minutes

Here's the note Reddit sent to moderators threatening them if they don't reopen.

Reddit CEO slams protesters, says he'll change moderator rules.

Reddit CEO Triples Down, Insults Protesters, Whines About Not Making Enough Money From Reddit Users.

Reddit removed moderators behind the latest protests before restoring a few of them.

Google Domains is yet another useful service to get the ax in favor of "focus".

You can't trust Google.

Gannett sues Google; Jeff comments herein.

Google's new Mac vs. PC-esque Pixel ads argue the iPhone has plateaued.

This is 'Chromebook X': Google's new standard for ChromeOS.

Sightful Spacetop.

Meta Lowers Age Requirement for Quest VR Headsets to Allow Preteens.

EU: Smartphones Must Have User-Replaceable Batteries by 2027.

Do software engineers wash their underwear?

Scientists on Twitter head for the exit.

Chrome for iOS adding mini Google Maps and integrating Calendar, Translate.

Google says Project Tailwind is getting a new name, early access soon.

Jason talks about his experience with Project Starline at Google IO.

Say goodbye to Google Pay and hello to Google Wallet for Android devices.

Pixel Tablet review: Uniquely Google, made possible by Android.

Pixel Fold ship dates are getting delayed and slipping into July.

Google Maps Immersive View rolling out in four new cities, 500 landmarks.

Virtually try on clothes with a new AI shopping feature.

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Mike - Sub Rehab.

Jeff - 2023 Logo Trend Report.

Jason - The last episode of All About Android and what's next for me.

Hosts: Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis

Guest: Mike Elgan

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June 21, 2023

This Week in Google 721: Why Would Google Do That?

Listen Later

2 hours 51 minutes

Here's the note Reddit sent to moderators threatening them if they don't reopen.

Reddit CEO slams protesters, says he'll change moderator rules.

Reddit CEO Triples Down, Insults Protesters, Whines About Not Making Enough Money From Reddit Users.

Reddit removed moderators behind the latest protests before restoring a few of them.

Google Domains is yet another useful service to get the ax in favor of "focus".

You can't trust Google.

Gannett sues Google; Jeff comments herein.

Google's new Mac vs. PC-esque Pixel ads argue the iPhone has plateaued.

This is 'Chromebook X': Google's new standard for ChromeOS.

Sightful Spacetop.

Meta Lowers Age Requirement for Quest VR Headsets to Allow Preteens.

EU: Smartphones Must Have User-Replaceable Batteries by 2027.

Do software engineers wash their underwear?

Scientists on Twitter head for the exit.

Chrome for iOS adding mini Google Maps and integrating Calendar, Translate.

Google says Project Tailwind is getting a new name, early access soon.

Jason talks about his experience with Project Starline at Google IO.

Say goodbye to Google Pay and hello to Google Wallet for Android devices.

Pixel Tablet review: Uniquely Google, made possible by Android.

Pixel Fold ship dates are getting delayed and slipping into July.

Google Maps Immersive View rolling out in four new cities, 500 landmarks.

Virtually try on clothes with a new AI shopping feature.

Picks:

Mike - Sub Rehab.

Jeff - 2023 Logo Trend Report.

Jason - The last episode of All About Android and what's next for me.

Hosts: Jason Howell and Jeff Jarvis

Guest: Mike Elgan

Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-google.

Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit

Sponsors:

bitwarden.com/twit

GO.ACILEARNING.COM/TWIT

ziprecruiter.com/twig

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