About this podcast

Join Nilay Patel, Jake Kastrenakes, Sean Hollister, and special guest Joanna Stern from The Wall Street Journal on The Vergecast as they dive into Valve's ambitious return to living room gaming. The discussion kicks off with an in-depth look at the Steam Machine, Steam Controller, and Steam Frame VR headset, examining their potential to disrupt the console market. The panel also tackles the evolving role of Microsoft in consumer technology, questioning its future in a world increasingly dominated by other operating systems and AI. Later, Joanna shares her hands-on experience with the Neo robot butler, testing its household capabilities. The episode concludes with a rapid-fire Lightning Round covering major tech headlines, including the YouTube/Disney dispute, Apple's new mini apps, and Waymo's highway ventures. Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of the week's most compelling tech stories and industry shifts.