About this podcast

Dive into the unsettling yet exciting era of AI with this episode of The Vergecast. Join host Jake Kastrenakes, The Verge's Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, and Waveform cohost David Imel as they explore the latest advancements in AI assistants. Jennifer shares her early, often uncomfortably personal, experiences with the new AI-powered Alexa Plus, detailing its enhanced capabilities and the shift towards a subscription model. Jake recounts his bizarre first encounter with Grok's AI girlfriend feature. The conversation also shifts gears to a long-awaited camera release: Sony's RX1R III, with David Imel providing insights into its features, pricing, and market position after a decade of anticipation. Plus, the return of the 'Thunder Round' covers everything from Chrome OS integration and IKEA's smart home evolution to Beeper's new features, Google Nest price hikes, and the latest emoji releases. Get ready for a comprehensive dive into the rapidly evolving world of tech.