Intelligent Machines (Audio)

TWiG 630: Did You Plug It In for Tofel? - Surface Duo 2, Facebook Go, Kindle Paperwhite with USB-C

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  • Microsoft's new Surface Duo 2 has all the features that were missing the first time around.
  • Leaked hands-on video of the Pixel 6 Pro confirms glossy back, Google Tensor specs.
  • Google's NYC store now lets you see, but not touch, the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.
  • Galaxy Fold-style Pixel foldable, 'Jumbojack,' spotted in Android 12.1.
  • Facebook introduces portable Portal Go for $199.
  • Amazon announces new Kindle Paperwhite lineup with 6.8-inch screens, USB-C.
  • Amazon withholds its ebooks from libraries because it prefers you pay it instead.
  • Facebook vs Instagram vs Messenger.
  • Facebook Rolls Out News Feed Change That Blocks Watchdogs from Gathering Data.
  • 6 takeaways from this week's Works With event.
  • Prenuvo scan.
  • Whoop wearable.
  • Home computing pioneer Sir Clive Sinclair dies aged 81.
  • Arctic Adventure by Harry McCracken.
  • YouTube takes down the Ig Nobel show because of a 1914 recording.
  • Jeff Bezos pledges $1 billion to conservation through Bezos Earth Fund.
  • Amazon's big fall hardware event is set for September 28th.
  • Amazon releases Echo Studio with Billie Eilish's face on it that's $30 more expensive.
  • Amazon closes 3,000 Chinese-brand online stores in campaign against fake reviews.
  • YouTube gets official video downloads on the web, saving you from using some very sketchy sites.
  • Google emits Chrome 94 with 'Idle Detection' API to detect user inactivity amid opposition.
  • Google Maps can now adjust its Android Auto UI for right-hand drive cars.
  • Gmail search filters introduced on the web last year are now coming to Android.
  • Google's iOS 15 app updates bring XL YouTube Music & Photos widgets, Focus mode support.
  • Google Meet for web gets automatic brightness boost when you're underexposed.
  • Fitbit starts rolling out 'Snore & Noise Detect' for Sense, Versa 3.
  • Zoom's Nearly $15 Billion Deal for Five9 Under U.S. Government Review Over China Ties.
  • Cameo launches Cameo Calls, a service for fans to video chat with celebs.

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