Topic: Htc

John C. Dvorak critiques an HTC One Android phone received from Leo Laporte, citing extreme battery drain. During a check of local Wi-Fi networks, Dvorak notices an SSID labeled "FBI Surveillance Van" which subsequently disappears. The hosts discuss the presence of a "booty patrol" vehicle in the neighborhood.

John C. Dvorak observes that his HTC One phone continues to update weather and location data even without a SIM card or Wi-Fi enabled. The hosts discuss how modern mobile devices are designed to track users constantly, contrasting this with Adam Curry's use of an iPod Touch with Wi-Fi manually toggled.

A network engineer calls out Apple Inc. as a "douchebag" for its patent lawsuit against HTC and Google. The hosts also share a job referral opportunity for Java and Oracle developers in Reston, Virginia. They encourage listeners to join ongoing monthly donation programs to support the show's growth.

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.

The Google Android operating system is viewed as a potential "Trojan horse" for a broader cloud-based OS that could challenge Microsoft on netbooks. Meanwhile, Microsoft's "Surface" coffee tables at the Sheraton Towers are noted for their interactive touch capabilities, allowing users to manipulate maps and photos through a ripple-effect interface.