It’s a dream week for tech docs
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 148, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, hope you're enjoying all your pumpkin-flavored everything, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about Marc Andreessen and the future of […]
This week has been an exciting one for technology enthusiasts, with a collection of noteworthy tech documentaries and gadgets worthy of attention. In the latest edition of Installer No. 148, readers can look forward to delving into Elizabeth Holmes and Nathan Fielder's three-hour documentary, "The Drop," which offers shocking access and meta-narrative elements.
Additionally, The Verge has compiled four hours of tech documentation, providing a comprehensive look at recent events and advancements in the industry. The Apple HomeView, priced at $299, has caught the reader's eye, despite their basic smart home setup. The new Siri Remote, priced at $60, is also recommended for its Find My-enabled features, especially for those prone to losing their current one.
Other noteworthy gadgets include the Fairphone Fairbuds 2, known for its minimalist design and repairability, the Xbox Nano Controller, which offers portability without compromising functionality, and the Fitbit Edge, which adds fitness tracking beyond timekeeping.
The CMF Speaker S, with its futuristic milk carton design, has piqued the reader's interest, and E Ink has released a new version of its color E Ink panel, promising improved color and performance. Kevin Roose's new book, "The AGI Chronicles," has been highly recommended for its insightful reporting and exploration of artificial intelligence, with Roose's AI agents and a new show, "Machine Gods," set to launch soon.
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