3 chapters across the catalog
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.
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.
