About this podcast

This episode of The Vergecast dives into the fascinating evolution of camera technology over the last five years, featuring Chris Niccolls and Jordan Drake from PetaPixel's YouTube channel. They join The Verge's Allison Johnson and Vjeran Pavic to explore the good, the bad, and the downright weird in camera designs and innovations. The discussion covers everything from the resurgence of compact cameras to the impact of video capabilities and sensor technology. Later, Allison, joined by Verge News Editor Dominic Preston, tackles a flood of listener questions, offering expert advice on navigating smartphone purchases. Topics include living in mixed iOS/Android households, finding phones with headphone jacks, the future of foldable phones, repairability, and a