About this podcast

Dive into the latest tech news with Nilay Patel and David Pierce on The Vergecast, starting with a whimsical Studio Ghibli-esque intro. This episode covers a surprising viral sensation: the Canon G7X Mark III camera from 2019, baffling both the hosts and the industry. They delve into major Apple updates expected in the coming months, including AirPods Max lossless audio, potential Apple Watch cameras, and the excitement around WWDC. The conversation then shifts to Amazon's struggling Echo brand, questioning its future.

Later, The Verge's Kylie Robison joins the show to unpack the chaotic world of OpenAI, discussing the launch of ChatGPT's new image generator and its immediate success and controversy. She also clarifies why a Perplexity acquisition of TikTok is unlikely. The lightning round tackles various hot topics, from Brendan Carr's latest antics and the Signal attack-planning chaos in government to Elon Musk's pressure on Reddit's CEO and the looming tariffs impacting the car industry. Plus, a dash of exciting e-bike news rounds out this comprehensive tech discussion.