Microsoft Buys Activision, Robovac Escapes, USB-C Explained, and Car Wi-Fi

from The Really Useful Podcast · host Christian Cawley, Gavin Phillips

It's been another busy week in the world of tech. But what does it all mean? The Really Useful Podcast is the tech podcast for technophobes, and we have the answers you need to make sense of the technological world.ShownotesThis week, we discuss:NewsMicrosoft to acquire Activision-BlizzardCall of Duty to remain on PlayStationRobot vacuum escapes hotelJames Cameron warns of the dangers of deepfakesGrindr scammer jailed for blackmailing menTips and tricksWhat Is the Difference Between USB-A and USB-CHow Does Car Wi-Fi Work?RecommendationsEvercade VS retro gaming systemCleer Ally Plus II earpodsChristian Cawley and Gavin Phillips host this podcast. You can contact them on Twitter: @thegadgetmonkey and @gavinspavin, with your suggestions for future topics.Don't forget to subscribe to the Really Useful Podcast on Apple Podcasts and YouTube (be sure to hit the bell icon to be notified of new episodes) for more tips.

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Learn more about the Microsoft-Blizzard deal, an escaping robovac, and understand USB-C and in-car Wi-Fi.

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