Topic: Google Nexus S

4 chapters across the catalog

Blood and Treasure
Episode 317 2:14:53 - 2:18:04

317: Blood and Treasure

Taiwanese Blogger Defamation Case, Google Voice Recognition

A Taiwanese food blogger was sentenced to 30 days in jail for writing a negative review of a restaurant. The hosts transition into a discussion about the Google Nexus S phone, testing its voice recognition capabilities for navigating to Hesperian Boulevard in San Leandro.

Easter Haiku and iPads For You
Episode 188 1:31:54 - 1:34:23

188: Easter Haiku and iPads For You

Google Street View Privacy, German Resistance

German citizens are actively resisting Google Street View cars due to historical cultural sensitivities regarding surveillance and privacy. Reports indicate that Google vehicles have been sabotaged with punctured tires, reflecting a broader European skepticism toward the data collection practices of American tech giants.

Palin Teapot Party
Episode 172 42:40 - 45:12

172: Palin Teapot Party

Google and NSA Partnership, Cyber Attack Defense, Privacy Concerns

Google announced a partnership with the National Security Agency (NSA) to investigate and defend against cyber attacks, specifically those originating from China. The hosts express skepticism regarding the impact on user privacy and the "Do No Evil" corporate motto.

Waterboarding For Everyone!
Episode 164 1:39:20 - 1:41:48

164: Waterboarding For Everyone!

Google Energy, Smart Grids, and the Nexus One Phone

Google has applied for authorization to buy and sell wholesale energy, leading to speculation that they intend to become a major player in the "smart grid" market. The hosts compare this move to the business model of Enron. Additionally, the new Google Nexus One (HTC) phone is reviewed, with the hosts noting its slippery design and lack of dual-touch capabilities.