This week, Devindra and Cherlynn dive into Engadget's reviews on Google's Pixel 9 and 9 Pro phones. Are they really a step up from last year's devices? And how do they compare to Samsung's latest? Also, we chat about a few stories from Gamescom 2024, including Microsoft's Indiana Jones game heading to the PS5, as well as the wild launch of Black Myth: Wukong. Listen below or subscribe on your podcast app of choice. If you've got suggestions or topics you'd like covered on the show, be sure to email us or drop a note in the comments! And be sure to check out our other podcast, Engadget News! Topics Google approaches smartphone perfection with the Pixel 9 and Pixel 9 Pro – 0:58 Gamescom highlights: Indiana Jones, AI NPCs and Black Myth: Wukong – 22:15 xMEMS’ 1mm ultrasonic ‘fan on a chip’ breakthrough could enable super-thin devices – 49:31 San Francisco city attorney takes aim at AI deepfake pornography – 52:29 Chik-Fil-A wants to start a streaming service. Yes, you read that correctly – 52:52. British Billionaire Mike Lynch, founder of tech firm Autonomy, found dead in the wreckage of his yacht – 55:48 Pop culture picks – 1:00:18 Subscribe! iTunes Spotify Pocket Casts Stitcher Google Podcasts Livestream Credits Hosts: Devindra Hardawar and Cherlynn LowProducer: Ben Ellman Music: Dale North and Terrence O'Brien Transcript Devindra: [00:00:00] What's up, Internet, and welcome back to the Engadget Podcast. I'm Senior Editor Devindra Hardawar. Cherlynn: I'm Deputy... Continue reading at 'Engadget'
[ Engadget | 2024-08-23 11:30:03 UTC ]
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This week's new YA book releases include a fast-paced sports story, a secret society, a road trip through Malaysia, and more. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-06 13:00:00 UTC ]
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Learn about the world's hidden libraries, vanishing animals, and more in this month's best nonfiction titles. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-06 11:30:00 UTC ]
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A deadly road trip, a trans Pride and Prejudice retelling, K-pop competition horror, and more of today's best YA book deals. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-05 15:16:00 UTC ]
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Paraclete Press takes a new book by Jeff Crosby, a Jewish anthropologist looks at how Charismatic prayer changes the evangelical brain, and more Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-05 05:00:00 UTC ]
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Following the publication of two articles critical of several titles in the Black Classic Press backlist, the National Book Foundation confirmed that it will move forward with honoring its founder, W. Paul Coates, with its lifetime achievement award at this year’s National Book Awards ceremony. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-05 05:00:00 UTC ]
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With each passing year, Black Friday seems to turn more and more into "Black November," with many retailers starting their holiday sales weeks before the day itself. But while the bombardment of promos can be annoying, it also presents a good chance to beat the rush and finish holiday shopping... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-11-01 16:30:39 UTC ]
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"We know from history that a way you control a nation is by controlling what its citizens read" — Jodi Picoult Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-01 11:00:00 UTC ]
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Barnes & Noble names their best nonfiction books of 2024, Taylor Swift's upcoming Eras Tour book, and more nonfiction news this week. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-11-01 11:00:00 UTC ]
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Broadleaf buys a book about the rise of fascism in America, Ace signs a cozy fantasy series by the publishing director of Arcadia Books, and more. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-01 04:00:00 UTC ]
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The three bestselling books in the country are all new releases: ‘Hot Mess,’ Jeff Kinney’s 19th Wimpy Kid installment; ‘The Striker,’ a sports romance series launch from Ana Huang; and ‘In Too Deep,’ which sees Lee Child handing over the Jack Reacher helm to Andrew Child, his brother. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-01 04:00:00 UTC ]
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Third quarter results exceeded expectations at Amazon, and the company expects a strong fourth quarter, forecasting that total sales will rise between 7% and 11% over last year’s final period, to as much as $188.5 billion. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-11-01 04:00:00 UTC ]
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You basically have three options for watching live TV at home: Hook up a digital antenna, pay for a cable subscription or sign up for a live TV streaming service. The content you get through a digital antenna is free, but limited to your local broadcast networks (ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and PBS).... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-10-31 09:00:36 UTC ]
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According to the publisher’s fifth annual demographics report, 68.9% of the company’s entire workforce was white in 2024, down from 70.1% in 2023. The percentage of new hires of BIPOC workers fell slightly in the year. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2024-10-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Halloween with Curious George, the Great Migration historical fiction, ghosts at the ranch, and more of today's best children's book deals! Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-30 14:46:00 UTC ]
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Well, it finally happened. After years of waiting and requests, Amazon debuted the $280 Kindle Colorsoft, its first ereader with a color display. The company’s ereaders have dominated this space since the original Kindle came out 17 years ago, but in this case, it feels like Amazon is playing... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2024-10-30 13:15:29 UTC ]
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The first color Kindle is a nice upgrade, but Amazon missed out on a few opportunities to make the Colorsoft even more special. Continue reading at Wired
[ Wired | 2024-10-30 13:15:00 UTC ]
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A life-altering treasure hunt, carving magic into metal, a bloody Mardi Gras, and more of this week's new YA books out in hardcover and paperback. Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-30 13:00:00 UTC ]
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An Arthurian Retelling, Historical Fiction Set in Malaysia, a Queer Magical Romance, and More in Today's Best YA Deals Continue reading at Book Riot
[ Book Riot | 2024-10-29 16:31:00 UTC ]
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