About this podcast

Dive into the latest episode of The Vergecast as hosts and guests tackle two pressing tech topics. First, join The Verge's Sean Hollister and David Pierce for a deep dive into the new ROG Xbox Ally, comparing it rigorously against the dominant Steam Deck. They explore why this Xbox-branded device struggles to deliver a true Xbox experience and debate Microsoft's future in handheld gaming. Following this, Hayden Field from The Verge discusses recent studies on a crucial question: Is AI making us dumb? The episode concludes with Sean Hollister returning to answer a Vergecast Hotline question about the future (or past) of hybrid computers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in portable gaming, AI's societal effects, and the evolving tech landscape.