results in episodes
How often this search term appears across the program's history.
Latest
-
GPU Shortage Ends, New Tech Secrets, and Security Risks
This episode covers the welcome news that the GPU shortage is finally cooling down, allowing for more normalized inventory and pricing. A significant portion of the conversation turns to critical security threats, including sophisticated s…
1h 49m -
The WAN Show: EU Digital Markets Act, Lapsus Hacks, & New LTT Merch
This episode focuses on the EU's Digital Markets Act, a landmark legislative package designed to enforce interoperability and fair competition among big tech companies. The hosts passionately discuss why pro-consumer laws, better privacy c…
2h 06m -
Apple Hardware Fixes and Tech Innovations
This episode covers intense frustration with Apple's new Mac Studio and Studio Display, specifically criticizing the lack of user-replaceable parts and the absurd fixed power cables. The team transitions to exciting hardware updates, inclu…
1h 51m -
Steam Deck Windows Trials, Artesian Builds, and Tech News
This episode covers the highly anticipated arrival of Windows drivers for the Steam Deck, revealing a difficult experience where Linux continues to dominate in performance and usability. The discussion shifts to the spectacular collapse of…
2h 21m -
Artesian Builds Scandal, NVIDIA Hack & Nintendo Emulation
This episode covers several major industry stories, starting with the collapse of Artesian Builds due to an appalling, exclusionary giveaway scandal. The hosts discuss why maintaining integrity with your community is critical. Shifting to …
1h 47m -
Steam Deck Launch, Chip Shortage, and Future Tech Updates
This episode focuses on the monumental release of the Valve Steam Deck, examining its current state as a partly unfinished but highly innovative handheld console. Linus shares his rigorous testing process and technical impressions, while a…
1h 23m -
Valve's iFixit Deal, Windows 11 Account Mandates, and LTT Updates
This episode covers major industry news including Valve’s groundbreaking partnership with iFixit to provide replacement parts for the Steam Deck and Valve Index, marking a significant victory for the Right to Repair movement. The hosts als…
2h 31m -
Newegg Scandal, Steam Deck, and Best Buy Paywalls
This episode focuses on the recent Gamers Nexus investigation into Newegg's unethical RMA and resale policies, which the hosts describe as a significant breach of consumer trust. Linus and Luke announce a six-month pause on all sponsor rel…
1h 51m -
Newegg Controversy, Sony Buys Bungie, and Facebook's Crash
This episode of the WAN Show addresses the critical Gamers Nexus report concerning Newegg's problematic RMA policies and the denial of refunds for motherboards with bent pins. The hosts analyze the broader implications for the computer har…
2h 03m -
Ad Blocking, Nvidia-Arm Deal & Tech News
This episode covers the heated online backlash following Linus's comments on ad blocking, which he defines as a form of piracy because it avoids the intended payment structure for content creators. The conversation transitions to the likel…
2h 40m -
Microsoft's Activision Bid, Lenovo Vendor-Locking & Tech News
This episode covers a massive shift in the gaming industry as Microsoft acquires Activision Blizzard for $68.7 billion. The hosts analyze the potential for a future Microsoft monopoly, the implications for Game Pass, and the necessity of s…
2h 06m -
WAN Show: Razer Masks, GPU Pricing & Mining Shenanigans
In this episode of the WAN Show, Linus and Luke dive into the controversy surrounding Razer’s Zephyr masks and their misleading N95 marketing. The hosts also break down the state of the GPU market, expressing frustration over the rising co…
1h 55m -
CES News, RTX 3090 Ti Controversy, and Intel Updates
This episode of The WAN Show covers a whirlwind of tech news from CES 2022, primarily focusing on NVIDIA and Intel's competitive moves. The duo dives into the long-awaited RTX 3050 and the controversial, low-key reveal of the RTX 3090 Ti. …
2h 26m -
Alexa Dangers, ASUS Fire Hazads, and TikTok Trends
This episode covers a wide array of tech news, beginning with a serious warning about a dangerous 'Penny Challenge' suggestion made by Alexa and a critical hardware recall for the ASUS Z690 motherboard due to fire hazards. The conversation…
1h 32m -
Radio Shack Crypto, Audiophile SSDs, and Licking Screens
This episode covers a wide range of topics, starting with the controversial pivot of the iconic Radio Shack brand into the crypto market and the ongoing disappearance of hobbyist electronics stores. The hosts analyze the absurdity of the $…
1h 42m -
TikTok Virtual Restaurants, Right-To-Repair, and Concepts
In this episode, the team dives into the latest tech and industry news, beginning with TikTok's entry into the "ghost kitchen" restaurant market, which aims to bring viral recipes to your doorstep. They express frustration over the confusi…
2h 38m -
NVIDIA RTX 2060 12GB Scandal & The Game Awards Summary
This episode covers the controversial and largely inaccessible launch of the NVIDIA RTX 2060 12GB, analyzing its high price point and the suspicion that its design serves cryptocurrency mining interests rather than the gaming community. Th…
1h 31m -
NVIDIA-ARM Merger, Google Pixel 6 Charging & RTX 40 Rumors
This episode of the WAN show covers the significant news regarding the FTC's legal action to block the NVIDIA and ARM merger, citing concerns over market dominance and stifled innovation. The hosts discuss the technical limitations of the …
1h 38m -
Gamers Nexus Scandal & PC as Ultimate Hardware Debates
This episode covers a wide range of tech discourse, starting with a skeptical look at the Golden Joystick Awards' decision to label the PC as the ultimate hardware of all time. The hosts debate the criteria for such awards, questioning why…
2h 01m -
Tech Controversies: Apple Repair, Streamlabs & Halo Trends
This episode covers major industry shifts and controversies. It dives into Apple's surprise move to launch a self-service repair program, though the hosts remain skeptical about its practical execution. The discussion then shifts to the re…
1h 49m -
YouTube's Dislike Removal, Linux Challenge & Tech News
This WAN Show episode centers on the massive controversy surrounding YouTube's removal of public dislike counts, arguing that it significantly hinders the viewer's ability to quickly evaluate content quality and combat scams. The hosts emp…
1h 33m -
Intel 12th Gen, Linux Gaming & Product Development
This episode of the WAN Show centers on the fallout and technical decisions behind the Intel 12th Gen review, emphasizing the importance of long-term product evaluation in tech journalism. The discussion shifts into the ongoing Linux gamin…
2h 19m -
Facebook Rebrands to Meta & New Intel Alder Lake CPUs
This episode covers the major rebrand of Facebook to Meta in the wake of the whistleblower-driven controversies. The hosts analyze the company's shift toward the virtual reality-based metaverse and question the transparency of its algorith…
1h 58m -
Alder Lake Leaks, MacBook Pro Refresh, and Tech Ethics
This episode covers the recent, unauthorized retail appearances of Intel's 12th-gen CPUs and why such leaks undermine independent tech journalism and consumer trust. The discussion shifts to Apple's latest MacBook Pro, where the hosts disc…
2h 06m -
Best Buy Scalping Accusations & Intel's Corporate Shift
This episode focuses on the controversy surrounding Best Buy's decision to require a $200 'Total Tech' membership for PS5 purchases, sparking a debate on retail ethics in the face of scalping. The hosts also reflect on Intel's positive shi…
1h 17m
No results. Try different keywords.