What The Tech Podcast

Andrew and Paul discuss the best tech of 2016 including the HP Spectre 360, Windows 10, Pokemon Go, and more. What 2016 really the year of 4K TV and HDR? Andrew and Paul also discuss how USB-C changed tech in 2016, and virtual reality.

AT&T launches DirecTV Now. Andrew gives his first hand review of the new cord cutting service. Can DirecTV Now replace cable TV? Amazon launches Amazon Go, a unique grocery store. Is Amazon Go the future of grocery stores? And Andrew and Paul reflect on tech in 2016. Was 2016 a disappointing or exciting year for tech?

Microsoft is reportedly working on x86 emulation for ARM based versions of Windows 10. Could x86 emulation for ARM revitalize Windows Phone? Paul runs down what he knows about the Windows VR headset. What should we expect? Andrew talks about the VOYO VBook V3 Ultrabook. And has the hype for Black Friday deals died?

Reviews of Apple's new MacBook Pro with TouchBar start circulating. Why are some MacBook Pro users unhappy with Apple's latest? The Microsoft Xbox officially turns 15 years old. How did Microsoft get the Xbox so right? Also Andrew and Brad discuss Windows on ARM and harassment on social media.

AT&T will reportedly offer Direct TV Now customers a free Apple TV. Is this how cable companies head off cord cutters? Paul addresses rumors of an Intel based Windows Phone. Could it be a Microsoft Surface Phone? And Andrew and Paul discuss some of the complaints about the new MacBook Pro and USB-C. Are people right to be upset or is it all faux outrage?

Andrew and Paul discuss the new Microsoft Surface Book and Apple MacBook Pro. Andrew explains his love/hate relationship with Windows 10. Should Microsoft give Windows 10 users more control over which updates are installed? Paul discusses the upcoming creators update for Windows 10 and the new Microsoft Surface Studio. Did Microsoft knock the event out of the park? Paul tries to explain where the Surface Studio fits in the current market.

Andrew Zarian and Paul Thurrott discuss what they expect to be announced at both the Microsoft Windows 10 and Apple events this week. Is Apple working on an iMessage app for Android?

Samsung officially halts production of the Galaxy Note 7 after more devices go up in smoke. Will Samsung be able to earn back trust of their customers after this failure? Paul discusses Roku's new line up of set top boxes. Does Roku have too many models to choose from? And Paul brings up what you can expect from the latest Windows Insider build.

Google held an event announcing new hardware including the new Pixel and Pixel XL devices. How do the new Pixel devices compare to Google's previous Nexus devices? Google also announced Google Wifi, a home mesh wifi system. Is Google Wifi the future of home networking? Andrew and Paul also discuss the new Chromecast Ultra and Daydream VR headset.

Andrew talks about his conspiracy theory regarding appliances and Iyaz talks about how expectations the future generation has for technology.