Episodes
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The Vergecast Vergecast, 2026 edition
The Verge's website redesign aims to improve user experience by integrating social feeds and curated stories, with future plans for open social protocol integration.
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Apple’s got a new CEO: The Vergecast Livestream
Apple's leadership transition marks a potential shift from a scale and optimization focus to a more product-driven culture.
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The 'AI is inevitable' trap
The current AI boom is largely driven by hype and speculative investment, with many companies betting on rebranding rather than real innovations.
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Ben McKenzie vs. crypto
Crypto was incorrectly marketed as a trustless, decentralized alternative to traditional money but relies heavily on corporate interests and technological limitations.
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Fear and loathing at OpenAI
Personal tech projects can be both rewarding and challenging, involving troubleshooting firmware, language settings, and automation scripts, demonstrating the hosts’ DIY tech enthusiasm.
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The case for banning cookie banners
Cookie banners are seen as a significant problem that need to be reconsidered and potentially banned due to their ineffectiveness in protecting user privacy.
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Apple's best product ever
Apple's 50 best products were ranked based on reader votes, with a significant discussion on the implications of product success and impact.
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Apple at 50: the good and the bad
Apple continues to thrive as a hardware maker, achieving significant success in product design and performance.
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Meta's court losses could be just the beginning
The recent social media trials could lead to significant changes in how platforms operate, focusing on liability for structure over content.
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Welp, I bought an iPhone again
Despite testing numerous other smartphones, David ultimately purchased an iPhone 17, reflecting the strong attachment users have to their devices.
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Why people really hate AI
There is a significant disconnect between AI developers and consumers, with many users expressing skepticism towards AI products.
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The future of code is exciting and terrifying
AI is transforming the role of software developers, shifting from writing code to managing AI-driven tools.
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The MacBook Neo's a winner
The MacBook Neo is an impressive cheap laptop that surprised both hosts.
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The twist in the Ticketmaster antitrust fight
The surprising settlement in the Ticketmaster antitrust case signals both a short-term victory for the DOJ and ongoing scrutiny of live entertainment business practices.
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Version History: Furby
Furby was a unique blend of technology and design that aimed to replicate companionship without replacing pets.
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This phone starts fires on purpose
Mobile World Congress showcased innovative phones, including rugged devices and ones designed for fun and functionality.
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MacBook Neo, iPhone 17e, and iPad Air: The Vergecast Livestream
Apple's latest announcements focus on making products more accessible to education and budget-conscious consumers.
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The 6G, modular, robot phones of the future
There is a significant amount of innovation happening within the mobile phone industry, especially at events like Mobile World Congress.
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The Galaxy S26 is a photography nightmare
Samsung's Galaxy S26 lineup introduces notable features like the Privacy Display and advanced AI-powered camera technology, sparking debate over the ethics and implications of AI in consumer products.
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How Claude Code Claude Codes
Claude Code has become a revolutionary AI tool for coding, greatly enhancing productivity and lowering barriers for new users.
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