Episode 657 – Guru Under Wraps

Episode 657 – Guru Under Wraps

Author: Guru and Jere December 21, 2023 Duration: 1:03:25
  Here’s how Android app sideloading & third-party billing will change following settlement On this day in 1994, Netscape Navigator 1.0 started the web we know today Gmail adds more prominent ‘Unsubscribe’ button on the web Pixel Recorder adds cloud-powered ‘Transcribe again’ Google Keep will become an Android 14 notes app with lock screen & stylus support Google… Read More »

Join hosts Guru and Jere at the Techno Buffet Podcast for a weekly serving of insightful and accessible technology discussion. This isn't a dry lecture; it's a conversational feast where the latest gadgets, software updates, and industry news are broken down with genuine curiosity and a touch of humor. The show naturally explores the broader tech landscape, but with a particular focus on the Android ecosystem, offering listeners a deep dive into the devices and platforms that shape so much of our digital lives. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with friends who are just as excited to unpack a new phone's camera as they are to debate the implications of a major tech merger. You'll hear unfiltered opinions, practical advice, and thoughtful analysis that goes beyond the headlines. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or just trying to make sense of your next upgrade, this podcast provides a welcoming and informative space to satisfy your appetite for understanding the tools that connect us. Tune in for a consistently engaging blend of news, reviews, and speculation, all served with a side of camaraderie.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 20

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Episode 663 – Skepticism [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 38:55
Google partners on passkey upgrades, dropping Pixel exclusivity in the future Google Chrome is making it easier to unsubscribe from website notifications on Android Fossil Wear OS watches are dead, and it’s Google’s faul…
Episode 662 – Notification Fatigue [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 56:14
Haier Europe Eases Off On Legal Threat And Seeks Dialogue Zigbee Home is an ESPHome-like firmware project for Zigbee devices Inventor of NTP protocol that keeps time on billions of devices dies at age 85 Plex Will Let Yo…
Episode 661 – The TechnoBuffet Seal of Approval [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 51:03
Chrome for Android will soon accept one-time permissions on websites Google Chrome is getting a new Incognito mode disclaimer amid lawsuit settlement Google Maps for Android now supports Bluetooth beacons for tunnel navi…
Episode 660 – The One Body Part Problem [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:12:15
Tracy Tormé, ‘Sliders’ Co-Creator and ‘Star Trek: The Next Generation’ Writer, Dies at 64 What’s new with Android for cars at CES What we announced at CES 2024 Google Announces Chromecast Fast Pair & Chromecast For TikTo…
Episode 659 – Going Strong Till 2050 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 55:56
More People Are Cancelling Their Subscriptions to Streaming Services Like Disney+, Max, and Paramount+ Wi-Fi 7 ( 802.11be): The new wireless network standard explained Survey Finds 30% of Cable TV Subscribers Plan to Cut…
Episode 658 – Plans for 2024 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:17
Stories Amazon Prime Video starts showing ads in January unless you pay $2.99/month extra Google Pixel 2023 Year in Review: Fixing old mistakes & dealing with growing pains The 5 Android apps I wish I could bring back to…
Episode 656 – Guru Gets Dark [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:59
Nestbox hands-on: Run real Linux virtual machines on your Google Pixel phone Files by Google is getting Drive’s new document scanner Discord launches redesigned app on Android and iOS Gmail spam detection has received it…
Episode 655 – The Captain Restarts Gadget Wisdom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:36
Black Friday and Cyber Monday IKEA’s new lineup of smart home sensors work with Google Home, and they’re cheap Google Chrome and Calendar are about to drop support for older Android devices Google Drive seems to have los…
Episode 654 – Thanksgiving Eve [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:34
YouTube says it’s not slowing down Firefox — just ad blockers Google Chrome will limit ad blockers starting June 2024 Infocom’s ingenious code-porting tools for Zork and other games have been found YouTube loading slower…