The Daily Charge
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Ep 577It's that Prime Day time of the year again (The 3:59, Ep. 577)
Plus, mobile hackers and Instagram deepfakes. https://www.cnet.com/news/amazon-prime-day-sale-bonanza-kicks-off-july-15-will-run-for-48-hours/https://www.cnet.com/news/hackers-hit-over-a-dozen-mobile-carriers-and-could-shut-down-networks-researchers-find/https://www.cnet.com/news/instagram-chief-adam-mosseri-we-dont-have-a-policy-against-deepfakes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 576Bill Gates's top mistake? Letting Google's Android rule the world (The 3:59, Ep. 576)
Plus, the US may expel yet more of Huawei and a Senate bill would force big tech to disclose how much your data is worth. https://www.cnet.com/news/bill-gates-says-microsoft-losing-to-android-was-his-greatest-mistake/ https://www.cnet.com/news/fcc-commissioner-wants-huawei-gear-out-of-us-networks/ https://www.cnet.com/news/how-much-is-your-data-worth-senators-want-tech-companies-to-tell-you/?ftag=COS-05-10aaa0b&linkId=69451997 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 575Is 5G safe? (The 3:59, Ep. 575)
We break down this critical question, talk about YouTube and regulatory scrutiny and AI-powered pizza. https://www.cnet.com/news/5g-phones-and-your-health-what-you-need-to-know/https://www.cnet.com/news/youtube-faces-ftc-investigation-into-kids-practices-report-says/https://www.cnet.com/news/ai-out-of-mit-can-make-the-perfect-pizza-from-looking-at-a-photo/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 574Samsung's Galaxy Note is coming (all while we keep waiting for the Fold) (The 3:59, Ep. 574)
We also discuss how CRISPR gene editing could resurrect the wooly mammoth and your car's data privacy. https://www.cnet.com/news/samsung-eyes-galaxy-note-10-launch-on-aug-7-in-new-york/ https://www.cnet.com/news/galaxy-fold-ready-to-hit-the-market-samsung-exec-says/ https://www.cnet.com/features/using-crispr-to-resurrect-the-dead/ https://www.cnet.com/news/your-cars-data-privacy-comes-into-question-in-georgia-supreme-court-case/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 573Would you use Facebook's new Libra cryptocurrency? (The 3:59, Ep. 573)
Plus, Palm's tiny phone is a surprise hit with kids. https://www.cnet.com/news/facebook-aims-to-shake-up-finance-with-its-libra-cryptocurrency/https://www.cnet.com/news/palms-head-scratching-tiny-now-unlocked-phone-may-find-a-niche-with-kids/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 572How to get your Instagram account back from hackers (The 3:59, Ep. 572)
Also, the next game you play could go on forever, plus how veterans are using smart homes. https://www.cnet.com/news/instagram-is-making-it-easier-to-get-your-account-back-from-hackers/https://www.cnet.com/news/the-next-game-you-play-may-never-end/ https://www.cnet.com/news/a-smart-home-suited-for-a-wounded-veteran-assistive-technology/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 571Google’s Pixel 4 gets a really, really early tease (The 3:59, Ep. 571)
We talk Pixel 4, altered videos and social networks and a crazy $1,200 smart oven hood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 570T-Mobile and Sprint's mega merger hits another stumbling block (The 3:59, Ep. 570)
We break down the fate of the two carriers and offer an update on Nintendo from E3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 569Can tech giants like Facebook and Google really be broken up? (The 3:59, Ep. 569)
We examine the heightened scrutiny over tech giants and look at the one-year anniversary of the net neutrality laws getting struck down. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 568Our E3 breakdown: Microsoft's Project Scarlett looks crazy powerful (The 3:59, Ep. 568)
Also, Keanu Reeves at E3 and Amazon drones. -E3 rundownhttps://www.cnet.com/news/new-xbox-project-scarlett-8k-120-fps-ssd-coming-in-2020-microsoft-says-e3-2019/https://www.cnet.com/news/keanu-reeves-to-star-in-cyberpunk-2077-release-date-april-2020/ -Amazon robotshttps://www.cnet.com/news/amazons-scout-delivery-robots-cute-friendly-and-intentionally-boring/ -Amazon quiet droneshttps://www.cnet.com/news/amazon-reveals-its-newest-prime-air-drone-design/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 567The FCC's looking to kill off robocalls for good (The 3:59, Ep. 567)
Also, our hands-on impressions from the Mac Pro, and a preview of Google Stadia ahead of E3. https://www.cnet.com/news/fcc-makes-economic-case-for-shutting-down-illegal-robocalls/https://www.cnet.com/news/the-new-mac-pro-makes-its-debut-at-wwdc-2019-starts-at-5999-available-fall-2019-apple/ https://www.cnet.com/news/e3-2019-how-to-watch-google-stadia-connect-conference-live/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 566Amazon's Ring cameras are building out surveillance for police (The 3:59, Ep. 566)
Also, an interview with PlayStation's new CEO and how Amazon's voice assistant is getting smarter. https://www.cnet.com/features/amazons-helping-police-build-a-surveillance-network-with-ring-doorbells/ https://www.cnet.com/news/sonys-playstation-ceo-wants-a-seamless-transition-to-its-next-generation-console/ https://www.cnet.com/news/amazons-voice-assistant-will-get-smarter-these-new-alexa-prize-teams-will-help/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 565Apple's WWDC brought dark mode, $6,000 cheese graters -- and antitrust threats (The 3:59, Ep. 565)
We talk about all the big announcements from WWDC and how antitrust news stole some of Apple's thunder. WWDC links: https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-wwdc-2019-ios-13-dark-mode-mac-pro-macos-10-15-and-everything-apple-just-announced/https://www.cnet.com/how-to/dark-mode-in-ios-13-everything-we-know-about-apples-new-feature-for-iphones/https://www.cnet.com/news/the-new-mac-pro-makes-its-debut-at-wwdc-2019-starts-at-5999-available-fall-2019-apple/ Antitrust links: https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-could-face-doj-probe-as-part-of-antitrust-review-report-says/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-is-not-a-monopoly-tim-cook-says-at-wwdc/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 564Huawei against the world (The 3:59, Ep. 564)
The No. 2 smartphone maker is under fire in the US and may run into trouble in the UK as well. https://www.cnet.com/news/huawei-ban-full-timeline-on-how-and-why-its-phones-were-banned-security/https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2019-05-23/amazon-is-working-on-a-wearable-device-that-reads-human-emotionshttps://www.cnet.com/news/shareholder-efforts-to-curb-amazon-facial-recognition-tech-falls-short/https://www.cnet.com/google-amp/news/playdate-handheld-gaming-device-coming-in-2020/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 563Apple is fixing its busted MacBook keyboards for free -- and maybe for good? (The 3:59, Ep. 563)
Plus Qualcomm's monopoly may be at an end and Oculus unleashes its Quest VR headset. https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-redesigns-keyboard-in-new-macbook-pro-update-and-promises-quick-repairs-on-sticky-keys/https://www.cnet.com/news/qualcomm-is-a-monopoly-and-must-renegotiate-deals-judge-rules/https://www.cnet.com/reviews/oculus-quest-review/https://www.cnet.com/news/facebooks-oculus-quest-heralds-vrs-next-gen-but-will-we-buy-in/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 562Backlash grows for police use of facial recognition (The 3:59, Ep. 562)
Plus, no, Facebook isn't listening to your conversations. https://www.cnet.com/news/san-francisco-becomes-first-city-to-bar-police-from-using-facial-recognition/https://www.cnet.com/news/police-are-using-flawed-data-in-facial-recognition-searches-study-finds/https://www.cnet.com/news/facebook-isnt-secretly-listening-in-on-your-phone-conversations-really/https://www.cnet.com/news/facebooks-ad-targeting-has-created-a-creepy-image-problem-it-cant-shake/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 561The OnePlus 7 Pro reveals a notch-free future (The 3:59, Ep. 561)
Chatting with Shara Tibken on the new flagship phone, Apple and all things mobile. https://www.cnet.com/news/oneplus-7-pro-bets-on-pop-up-camera-notch-free-display-to-justify-premium-price/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphone-sales-drop-but-services-and-wearables-offer-a-boost/https://www.cnet.com/news/qualcomm-will-pocket-4-5b-to-4-7b-from-apple-settlement-in-q3/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 560Disney is going to take over Hulu. Now what? (The 3:59, Ep. 560)
Also, we could have the first city to ban facial recognition, and why you should patch WhatsApp ASAP. https://www.cnet.com/news/san-francisco-tuesday-could-become-first-city-to-ban-facial-recognition-technology/ https://www.cnet.com/news/whatsapp-vulnerability-reportedly-allowed-spyware-attack/ https://www.cnet.com/news/disney-to-take-over-hulu-outright-positioning-it-as-sister-service-to-disney-plus/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 559The drumbeat to break up Facebook gets louder (The 3:59, Ep. 559)
Plus, CNET had a chat with Google's ad chief. https://www.cnet.com/news/can-facebook-be-broken-up-what-you-need-to-know/ https://www.cnet.com/features/googles-head-of-ads-pushes-privacy-to-gain-back-frayed-trust-prabhakar-raghavan/ https://www.cnet.com/news/iphone-owners-can-sue-apple-over-app-store-supreme-court-says/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 558What exactly does Amazon do with your Echo data? (The 3:59, Ep. 558)
We look at what happens to the recordings from your Echo, talk about Google Assistant-powered smart headsets and run through what may get sacrificed for the Texas border wall. https://www.cnet.com/news/google-assistant-powered-earbuds-get-ready-for-a-flood-of-new-models/https://www.cnet.com/news/border-wall-now-under-construction-could-kill-off-birds-ocelots-and-a-church/ https://www.cnet.com/news/amazon-alexa-transcripts-live-on-even-after-you-delete-voice-records/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 557Google I/O: We break down the highlights and lowlights (The 3:59, Ep. 557)
From Google Assistant to the budget Pixel 3A, here's everything the search giant announced. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/google-io-2019-pixel-3a-android-q-and-everything-else-google-announced-today/https://www.cnet.com/news/pixels-not-just-for-verizon-anymore-googles-phone-competition-can-finally-begin/https://www.cnet.com/news/google-brings-ar-and-lens-closer-to-the-future-of-search-io/https://www.cnet.com/features/google-assistant-is-10x-faster-and-knows-where-your-mom-lives/https://www.cnet.com/news/nest-hub-max-google-debuts-10-inch-assistant-smart-display-for-230/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 556From Android Q to new Pixels: Our Google I/O preview (The 3:59, Ep. 556)
We also talk about a new Amazon Go store that takes cash, and moar 5G. https://www.cnet.com/news/at-google-io-sundar-pichai-talks-assistant-android-q-amid-scandals/https://www.cnet.com/news/amazon-gos-first-ny-store-is-also-the-first-to-accept-cash/https://www.cnet.com/news/us-consumers-are-willing-to-pay-a-lot-more-for-5g-ericsson-study-shows/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 555Amazon, weighing pregnancy against productivity, fired 7 expectant mothers (The 3:59, Ep. 555)
Plus VR came to creepy life at the Tribeca Film Fest and Microsoft doesn't want us shout "Cortana!" anymore. https://www.cnet.com/features/amazon-fired-these-7-pregnant-workers-then-came-the-lawsuits/https://www.cnet.com/news/tribeca-film-fests-vr-mascot-was-a-creepy-living-doll/ https://www.cnet.com/news/microsoft-at-its-build-2019-conference-wants-us-to-have-conversations-with-our-computers/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 554Game of Thrones images too dark? We can help *MILD SPOILERS* (The 3:59, Ep. 554)
TV guru David Katzmaier offers insights on the Battle of Winterfell and dark TV viewing. https://www.cnet.com/how-to/game-of-thrones-last-night-was-terribly-dark-how-to-adjust-that/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 533The Oculus Quest may be a VR headset you should care about (The 3:59, Ep. 533)
We break down the latest Oculus and F8 news, talk Apple earnings and discuss Julian Assange's sentence time. https://www.cnet.com/reviews/oculus-quest-review/https://www.cnet.com/news/facebook-needs-fixing-zuckerberg-lays-out-his-answer/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphone-sales-drop-but-services-and-wearables-offer-a-boost/https://www.cnet.com/news/julian-assange-sentenced-to-50-weeks-in-jail-for-skipping-bail-in-the-uk/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 552Google's sales swing and miss (The 3:59, Ep. 552)
We also look at reported backdoors on Huawei equipment and the new Sonic the Hedgehog trailer https://www.cnet.com/news/googles-business-usually-a-bright-spot-amid-troublesome-issues-misses-sales-estimates/https://www.cnet.com/news/british-carrier-vodafone-found-hidden-backdoors-in-huawei-equipment-says-report/https://www.cnet.com/news/sonic-the-hedgehog-trailer-reveals-blue-blur-jim-carreys-dr-robotnik/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 551Why did Apple remove those parental control apps? (The 3:59, Ep. 551)
We also take a look at tomorrow's Apple earnings and an exposed database. https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-says-it-removed-parental-control-apps-for-security-reasons-not-competition/https://www.cnet.com/news/what-iphone-apples-push-toward-services-begins/https://www.cnet.com/news/exposed-database-reveals-details-on-80-million-us-households/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 550Can Facebook earn our trust back at its F8 conference? (The 3:59, Ep. 550)
We break down Facebook's earnings and its upcoming conference, talk about Verizon's 5G plans and the Samsung Galaxy S10 5G and offer a warning about that pirated streaming device. https://www.cnet.com/news/facebook-f8-messenger-vr-privacy-and-everything-else-we-expect/https://www.cnet.com/news/facebooks-earnings-hit-by-3-billion-legal-expense-related-to-ftc-investigation/https://www.cnet.com/news/verizons-galaxy-s10-5g-launches-as-it-unveils-next-20-5g-cities/https://www.cnet.com/news/pirated-streaming-devices-are-filled-with-malware-researchers-found/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 549Our spoiler-free Avengers: Endgame discussion (The 3:59, Ep. 549)
We also break down the CNET review of the now-delayed Samsung Galaxy Fold. https://www.cnet.com/news/avengers-endgame-spoiler-free-review-marvel-thrill-ride-tops-infinity-war/https://www.cnet.com/news/galaxy-fold-review/https://www.cnet.com/news/avengers-endgame-or-bust-my-59-hour-marvel-movie-marathon-marches-on/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 548All the smart-home gadgets we expect from Google I/O (The 3:59, Ep. 548)
Plus, Apple's facial-recognition snafu and Key by Amazon's expansion. https://www.cnet.com/news/google-io-smart-home-announcements-we-expect-from-the-conference/https://www.cnet.com/news/teen-hits-apple-with-1b-lawsuit-over-facial-recognition-arrest/https://www.cnet.com/news/key-by-amazon-in-home-delivery-expands-to-13-more-cities/https://www.cnet.com/news/twitter-beats-expectations-as-streamlining-continues/ https://www.cnet.com/news/google-io-from-android-to-assistant-heres-what-to-expect/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 547Will Galaxy Fold screen flap derail the foldable phone revolution? (The 3:59, Ep. 547)
Samsung delays two Galaxy Fold events, OnePlus 7 rumors and a look back at the GameBoy. https://www.cnet.com/news/oneplus-pro-7-said-to-support-5g-and-have-a-super-fast-screen/https://www.cnet.com/news/the-nintendo-game-boy-was-a-console-designed-to-last-for-a-lifetime-my-lifetime/https://www.cnet.com/news/galaxy-fold-release-reportedly-delayed/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 546Google and Amazon settle their long-standing beef (The 3:59, Ep. 546)
Plus, the Mueller report gets released today and Apple shows off its recycling lab. https://www.cnet.com/news/youtube-app-coming-to-fire-tv-amazon-prime-video-arrives-on-google-chromecast/https://www.cnet.com/news/ag-barr-trump-campaign-did-not-work-with-russia-to-hack-2016-elections/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-iphones-get-recycled-in-this-secretive-lab-now-its-opening-up/ https://www.cnet.com/how-to/galaxy-fold-screen-meltdown-what-to-do-if-you-bought-one-from-samsung-at-t-or-t-mobile/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Ep 545Netflix's price hikes mean its growth is hitting the brakes (The 3:59, Ep. 545)
Plus Apple, Qualcomm end their war before the biggest battle really started and Xbox is going discless. https://www.cnet.com/news/netflix-1q-first-quarter-added-subscribers-like-gangbuster-but-outlook-is-slowing/https://www.cnet.com/news/apple-and-qualcomm-settle-licensing-dispute-during-opening-arguments/https://www.cnet.com/news/microsofts-xbox-one-s-all-digital-edition-and-xbox-game-pass-ultimate-everything-we-know/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
S1 Ep 544What it's like trying out the new Samsung Galaxy Fold (The 3:59, Ep. 544)
Plus, laptop battery-life tests and defending the MacBook keyboard. https://www.cnet.com/news/galaxy-fold-using-samsungs-new-foldable-phone-is-a-wild-ride-so-far-expensive/https://www.cnet.com/news/best-battery-life-laptops-for-2019/https://www.cnet.com/news/in-defense-of-the-apple-macbook-keyboard/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We finally get to see what Disney Plus is all about (The 3:59, Ep. 543)
In this episode: our biggest questions for Disney's streaming service, Julian Assange's arrest, Amazon workers' eavesdropping and tech's influence on the border. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How the heck do you take a photo of a black hole? (The 3:59, Ep. 542)
AirPods 2 vs. Powerbeats Pro -- we break it down. Also: a look at the Library of Congress' plan to go digital. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Yes, Facebook is still tracking you (The 3:59, Ep. 541)
Plus, Jack Dorsey's huge Twitter paycheck and the Event Horizon Telescope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would Facebook get any better if we fined Mark Zuckerberg for fake news? (The 3:59, Ep. 540)
Also, libraries with more cutting-edge tech than Wakanda and 5G speed test failures. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
AirPower is just one of Apple's many blunders (The 3:59, Ep. 539)
Plus, Impossible Whoppers and Apple's big TV Plus event. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple goes big on services with TV Plus, Arcade, News Plus: We react (The 3:59, Ep. 538)
Let's break down all of Apple's big announcements from Monday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Are you buying Apple's new AirPods with wireless charging case? (The 3:59, Ep. 537)
Also, we talk about Google's Stadia gaming service, more facial recognition and border tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Would you eat lab-grown meat? (The 3:59, Ep. 536)
Also on the podcast, we talk about facial recognition and the new iMac. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apple's iPad family welcomes back refreshed iPad Air, Mini (The 3:59, Ep. 535)
We also talk Google at GDC and facial recognition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Does a foldable Razr smartphone tickle your nostalgia bone? (The 3:59, Ep. 534)
Plus: more on the Facebook outage, and why DirecTV Now is a bad deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices