Episode 44: It's time for New Windows, MSFT value rocketing, Sony wants to crossplay, Apple scared of sideloading and VR ADs hits a bump

This week we covered:

News

TSMC to prioritize Apple and automaker silicon orders as global semiconductor shortage continues

Sony insists it really likes crossplay now, honest

Prospect of sideloading apps on iOS gets Apple very worried

Microsoft joins Apple in the ultra-exclusive $2T company club

Oculus loses one of its first in-app VR ad partners following backlash


Windows 11

New Interface

Start menu, taskbar, widgets and teams is now native

snap layouts and groups

Improved Windows Store with……Android Apps (and sideloading)

Faster performance, less power usage

improved tablet mode and multi-monitor support

Windows updates 40% smaller, more efficient, and "happens in the background"

Free for Windows 10 users (as long as your hardware supports it….)

DirectStorage and AutoHDR

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