This Nerdy Week

Welcome to the show it's the week of March 19th, 2023. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is proposing a new rule that would ban companies from using certain tactics to prevent consumers from canceling gym and cable subscriptions. Take a look into the proposed rule, the tactics it would prohibit, and its potential impact on both consumers and companies. Read More In an effort to keep subscribers engaged, Netflix plans to release 40 more games this year. How could games help prevent subscribers from canceling their Netflix subscriptions? Read More Ubisoft has developed a new 'Ghostwriter' tool that will automatically generate background sounds and chatter for game developers. Read More Amazon's palm-reading payment technology is coming to Panera Bread. Find out how this technology works, and what it could mean for the future of retail payments. Read More Follow the show on ⁠⁠Mastodon⁠⁠, ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠, ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Welcome to the show it's the week of March 12th 2023 Samsung caught faking zoom photos of the Moon. A recent controversy involving Samsung's Galaxy S21 Ultra camera has sparked discussions about the reliability of smartphone cameras. Check out this article to learn more about the issue. Xbox confirms it won't be at E3 2023. Is this the end of E3? The annual gaming conference has been a staple of the industry for decades, but recent changes may be signaling its decline. Read this article to find out more. Waze can now direct you to charging stations that support your EV. As electric cars become more popular, finding charging stations is becoming increasingly important. Waze's new feature helps drivers find the right stations for their needs. To learn more, check out this article. TikTok's refresh feature is for when you're sick of your For You page. TikTok's new refresh button allows users to quickly cycle through new content when they're feeling bored with their For You page. Find out more about this feature and its potential impact on the app in this article. Follow the show on ⁠Mastodon⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 2-26-23 The Rise of Social Media's Useless Paid Features: We discuss the growing trend of social media platforms offering paid features that may not actually provide much value to users. - Read More App Stores on Your Car's Infotainment Screen: We look at the recent development of app stores being integrated into car infotainment systems, allowing drivers to access their favorite apps while on the go. - Read More YouTube Is Trying to Save Creators from Leaving and Save Face with Its New CEO: We delve into the changes YouTube is making to retain its content creators, including the appointment of a new CEO. - Read More Microsoft Allowing iMessage in Windows 11 (Kind Of): We explore the potential implications of Microsoft's recent announcement that it will allow iMessage on Windows 11, albeit in a limited capacity. Read More Pokemon's New App Is All Sleep: We take a look at the latest app from the Pokemon franchise, which focuses on helping users improve their sleep habits. - Read More Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 2-19-23 Samsung says users will be able to clone their voice to respond to calls Read More Here Spotify launches ‘DJ,’ a new feature offering personalized music with AI-powered commentary Read More Here Apple's Noninvasive Blood Glucose Technology for Future Apple Watch Reaches 'Proof-of Concept' Stage Read More Here Brain implant startup backed by Bezos and Gates is testing mind-controlled computing on humans Read More Here Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania Review Read More Here Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 2-12-22 Tesla’s plan to open its Superchargers to non-Tesla EVs takes shape Read More Here TikTok is launching a $500,000 live trivia contest Read More Here Disney Will Animate ESPN Coverage for Disney Channel to Get Kids Into Hockey Read More Here Amazon plans to eventually 'go big' on physical grocery stores Read More Here MarioGPT Uses AI To Generate Endless Super Mario Levels For Free Read More Here Microsoft’s Bing is an emotionally manipulative liar, and people love it Read More Here Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 2-5-23 *Editor Note* During this episode I kept calling Chat GPT "Chat GTP" sorry for the error Microsoft and Google are in a battle to bring Chatting AI to the masses And they both had events this week Read More Here Read More Here You're going to see more chatbots and my outlook on the future is grim Read More Here Going to the movie theater isn't the best experience AMC has the solution! MAKE IT MORE EXPENSIVE! Read More Here Some follow-up on Netflix's password drama and what it could look like in the US. Read More Here AI is the latest tech trend. But what about the last one 5G? I give my hot take on the topic. Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 1-29-23 The latest and greatest from around the internet, plus the stories you never knew you needed to know. All packed into a super-speedy under 15-minute episode. Don't worry, we've got your back (and your brain) covered. Story 1: How will Netflix stop you from sharing your password? (Kinda) Story 2: Apple TV's MLS Season Pass should make other sports fans jealous Story 3: Instagram’s co-founders are back with Artifact, a kind of TikTok for text Story 4: GoodRx made money off your health data. The FTC is making it pay. Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Week of 1-22-23 Welcome to the inaugural episode of this podcast! Headline: Microsoft has laid off entire teams behind Virtual, Mixed Reality, and HoloLens Summary: Microsoft has laid off the entire teams behind Virtual, Mixed Reality, and HoloLens in an attempt to streamline its hardware division and focus on other areas of the company. This move has raised questions about the future of the company's mixed reality technology and the potential impact on the industry as a whole. Headline: How Apple’s Upcoming Mixed-Reality Headset Will Work Summary: With rumors swirling about an upcoming mixed-reality headset from Apple, many wonder what technology and features it will include. This episode will delve into the latest information about the headset, including its rumored, design, and potential uses. Headline: Meta expands its partnership with the NBA to offer 52 games in VR Summary: Meta has announced an expansion of its partnership with the NBA to offer 52 games in VR, allowing fans to experience the games in a whole new way. This move is a significant step forward for the company and for the future of sports viewing in the metaverse. Headline: Amazon launches RxPass, a $5/month Prime add-on for all-you-need generic drugs covering 80 conditions Summary: Amazon has launched a new service called RxPass, a $5/month Prime add-on for all-you-need generic drugs covering 80 conditions. This move is a significant step forward for the company and for the future of e-commerce in the metaverse. Headline: Adult Swim Cuts Ties With Justin Roiland Summary: Adult Swim has cut ties with Justin Roiland, the creator of the hit animated series "Rick and Morty." This move is a significant blow to the series and its fans. It also raises questions about the future of the show and its creator. The latest and greatest from around the internet, plus the stories you never knew you needed to know. All packed into a super-speedy under 15-minute episode. Don't worry, we've got your back (and your brain) covered. Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

The latest and greatest from around the internet, plus the stories you never knew you needed to know. All packed into super-speedy 15-minute episodes. Don't worry, we've got your back (and your brain) covered. Follow the show on Mastodon, TikTok, Instagram, YouTube --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thisnerdyweek/support

Welcome everyone to This Nerdy Week My name is CJ Mellon I’ve been podcasting for over 4 years talking about the world of comics, tv, movies, and generally nerd culture. There are a lot of things going on in the nerdy world every single week and it’s always hard to find out what’s actually worth your time. We’re going to explore the nerdy world together. Be sure to like this podcast on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Tik Tok  And of course, subscribe to this very podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thisnerdyweek/message