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Tagged “Tech News”
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Linus' New Haircut, Comment Spam, and Intel Crypto Miners
This episode covers a range of tech industry news and personal updates. The hosts discuss the polarizing reception of Linus's new haircut, which has become a major point of community debate. A significant portion of the conversation focuse…
2h 13m -
Crypto Crash, Amazon Turnover, and Lab 2 Updates
This episode of The WAN Show covers a variety of pressing industry news and personal project updates. Linus provides a critical update on the Lab 2 drama, urging the community to cease harassment of former tenants while detailing the ongoi…
1h 43m -
Linus and Luke: Lab Troubles, Smart Home Rage and Tech News
This episode of the WAN Show is heavy on reality checks and industry frustrations. Linus opens up about the massive logistical and physical hurdles at their new lab facility, which was left in a state of disrepair by the previous tenant. T…
1h 41m -
Framework Upgrades, Tesla Manuals, and Tech Rants
This episode covers major milestones in the right-to-repair movement, specifically highlighting Framework's release of standalone motherboard boards and official schematics for DIY projects. The conversation pivots to Tesla’s decision to o…
1h 35m -
NVIDIA SEC Fines, Creator Drama, and GPU Auction
This episode covers a wide range of industry news and internal company updates. Linus reflects on a recent public misunderstanding with a fellow creator and advocates for better conflict resolution. The show dives into NVIDIA's SEC penalty…
1h 37m -
LTT Labs Expansion, Apple Repair, and TeamViewer Rants
This episode focuses on the major structural changes at Linus Media Group as they officially welcome Gary Key to lead the new LTT Labs division. The team outlines a long-term strategy to shift from general content creation to high-end, cat…
3h 18m -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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…
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Steam Deck Repair, Linux Gaming & Twitch Leak
This episode covers Valve's commitment to right-to-repair via the Steam Deck and explores the environmental benefits of standard batteries for controllers. Linus and Luke discuss their challenging transition to Linux, focusing on the diffi…
2h 15m -
Steam Deck Handheld & Tech News: Water Cooling & GitHub Copilot
This episode focuses on the announcement of the Valve Steam Deck, exploring its ergonomics, technical specifications, and the bold pricing strategy that makes it a groundbreaking handheld PC. The hosts discuss how the device runs SteamOS w…
1h 21m -
GPU Price Stabilization, Right to Repair, and Home Tech
This episode covers the welcome stabilization of GPU prices as Chinese cryptocurrency crackdowns cause a market shift favoring gamers over miners. The discussion pivots to the significant government moves toward Right to Repair, particular…
1h 31m -
Windows 11 Reveal: Impressions, Controversies, and Gaming
In this episode, the hosts analyze the official Windows 11 reveal, highlighting new UI aesthetics, improved touch integration, and gaming-focused features like DirectStorage. They voice frustration over the cryptic event presentation, the …
1h 37m -
NVIDIA Launch Woes, Facebook VR Ads, and Starlink Issues
This episode of the WAN Show delves into the controversy surrounding the apparent paper launch of NVIDIA's Founders Edition RTX 3070 Ti, arguing that the low MSRP served as a PR tactic rather than a realistic consumer purchase opportunity.…
1h 43m -
RTX 3080 Ti Backlash, AMD's FidelityFX, and Tech Market Realities
This WAN Show episode addresses the controversy surrounding the RTX 3080 Ti review, arguing that the GPU serves a specific high-end market segment despite the optics of its pricing during a chip shortage. Linus clarifies that their positiv…
1h 37m -
WAN Show: Intel vs AMD, Tech News & Crypto Drama
This episode of the WAN Show breaks down the latest in hardware and tech industry drama. The hosts analyze Intel's new mobile i9 CPU, questioning its battery life and performance benchmarks against AMD. They discuss the potential for Nvidi…
1h 20m -
AMD Zen 5, 390Hz Monitors & Basecamp Controversy
This episode covers an array of topics ranging from bleeding-edge hardware to socio-economic commentary. AMD's upcoming 3nm Zen 5 processors and hybrid core designs are analyzed as a strategic move against the rise of ARM-based hardware in…
1h 18m
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