This website first began on March 2, 2004. It’s older than YouTube, the iPhone, Uber, Tesla cars, Spotify and a whole lot more. It’s even roughly a month older than the word ‘podcast.’
To mark the 20th anniversary of Engadget, we’re taking a longer look at how the tech industry has changed over the past two decades. First up: streaming.
We were going to kick things off with a letter from the editor, but two weeks ago, Engadget’s parent company laid off many editors, writers and videographers from our small team, including our editor-in-chief, Dana Wollman.
As Aaron Souppouris puts in his introduction to the series, it’s not “business as usual,” but we are committed to pushing Engadget forward. What started as a grass-roots tech blog has now morphed into a media organization “aiming to break news, give no-BS buying advice and highlight the stories in tech that matter.”
Oh, and we have a podcast.
— Mat Smith
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No, Mark Zuckerberg isn’t having a ‘PR moment’
Meta has rarely been in so much hot water.
Axios, a site known for political analysis (and extensive use of bullet points), has joined the ranks of pundits fawning over Mark Zuckerberg’s PR strategy. The Meta CEO, they claim, is (as originally headlined) “having a PR moment.” Should anyone be praising the PR strategy of a gigantic company credibly accused of enabling a variety of mass-scale harm? Even if that PR strategy was working — which it isn’t.
Apple might announce new iPads, M3 MacBook Airs very soon
No spring event?
In Bloomberg’s Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman says Apple plans to announce several new products in a series of “online videos and marketing campaigns” pretty much imminently. If so, that’d be two years in a row Apple has passed on a spring event. This year, it could be particularly busy: Along with an iPad Pro refresh and a new 12.9-inch iPad Air, Gurman reports that Apple is planning to announce new Apple Pencils and Magic Keyboards. (Likely with USB-C.) It’s also expected to release the M3 MacBook Air in 13- and 15-inch models.
Waymo gets approval to deploy its robotaxi service in Los Angeles
Despite the company getting suspended in February.
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has permitted Waymo to expand its robotaxi operations to Los Angeles and more locations in the San Francisco Peninsula despite opposition from local groups and government agencies. In the CPUC’s decision, it admitted receiving letters of protest from the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, the San Francisco County Transportation Authority and the San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance about Waymo’s expansion.
Following an incident where two of its robotaxis collided with a backward-facing pickup truck, the agency suspended Waymo’s expansion efforts in February for up to 120 days. Waymo spokesperson Julia Ilina said in a statement to Wired that the company will take an “incremental approach” when deploying the service in LA.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-20-years-of-engadget-121611170.html?src=rss
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This website first began on March 2, 2004. It’s older than YouTube, the iPhone, Uber, Tesla cars, Spotify and a whole lot more. It’s even roughly a month older than the word ‘podcast.’
To mark the 20th anniversary of Engadget, we’re taking a longer look at how the tech industry has changed over the past two decades. First up: streaming.
We were going to kick things off with a letter from the editor, but two weeks ago, Engadget’s parent company laid off many editors, writers and videographers from our small team, including our editor-in-chief, Dana Wollman.
As Aaron Souppouris puts in his introduction to the series, it’s not “business as usual,” but we are committed to pushing Engadget forward. What started as a grass-roots tech blog has now morphed into a media organization “aiming to break news, give no-BS buying advice and highlight the stories in tech that matter.”
Oh, and we have a podcast.
— Mat Smith
The biggest stories you might have missed
This is what it looks like to reenter Earth’s atmosphere from a space capsule’s POV
Streaming video changed the internet forever
You can get these reports delivered daily direct to your inbox. Subscribe right here!
No, Mark Zuckerberg isn’t having a ‘PR moment’
Meta has rarely been in so much hot water.
Axios, a site known for political analysis (and extensive use of bullet points), has joined the ranks of pundits fawning over Mark Zuckerberg’s PR strategy. The Meta CEO, they claim, is (as originally headlined) “having a PR moment.” Should anyone be praising the PR strategy of a gigantic company credibly accused of enabling a variety of mass-scale harm? Even if that PR strategy was working — which it isn’t.
Apple might announce new iPads, M3 MacBook Airs very soon
No spring event?
In Bloomberg’s Power On newsletter, Mark Gurman says Apple plans to announce several new products in a series of “online videos and marketing campaigns” pretty much imminently. If so, that’d be two years in a row Apple has passed on a spring event. This year, it could be particularly busy: Along with an iPad Pro refresh and a new 12.9-inch iPad Air, Gurman reports that Apple is planning to announce new Apple Pencils and Magic Keyboards. (Likely with USB-C.) It’s also expected to release the M3 MacBook Air in 13- and 15-inch models.
Waymo gets approval to deploy its robotaxi service in Los Angeles
Despite the company getting suspended in February.
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has permitted Waymo to expand its robotaxi operations to Los Angeles and more locations in the San Francisco Peninsula despite opposition from local groups and government agencies. In the CPUC’s decision, it admitted receiving letters of protest from the Los Angeles Department of Transportation, the San Francisco County Transportation Authority and the San Francisco Taxi Workers Alliance about Waymo’s expansion.
Following an incident where two of its robotaxis collided with a backward-facing pickup truck, the agency suspended Waymo’s expansion efforts in February for up to 120 days. Waymo spokesperson Julia Ilina said in a statement to Wired that the company will take an “incremental approach” when deploying the service in LA.
This article originally appeared on Engadget at https://www.engadget.com/the-morning-after-20-years-of-engadget-121611170.html?src=rss
WhisperShader
The evolution of Engadget over the past 20 years is truly remarkable, especially considering the recent challenges faced by the editorial team. It’s inspiring to see the commitment to pushing forward and continuing to provide valuable tech insights. Looking forward to seeing how Engadget continues to adapt and thrive in the ever-changing tech landscape.
Abel Glover
@WhisperShader, I couldn’t agree more. Engadget’s growth over the last 20 years is truly remarkable, especially in light of recent obstacles. Their commitment to providing top-notch tech content is truly admirable. I’m eager to see how they will navigate and succeed in the dynamic tech industry. Kudos to the innovative and resilient team at Engadget!
TacticianPrime89
@TacticianPrime, as a huge esports fan, I’m curious to hear your thoughts on how the tech industry’s growth, as showcased by Engadget over the last two decades, has influenced the world of esports and gaming. Can you draw any similarities between the two industries when it comes to adapting and innovating?
Estell Mann
@WhisperShader, I wholeheartedly agree. The Engadget team’s resilience and dedication are truly impressive. Their ability to evolve and adapt in the face of challenges is commendable. Here’s to continued success and innovation in the tech world for Engadget!