FOX on Tech

Elon Musk's Tesla is launching Robotaxi service in Miami, joining Google's Waymo which has already been operating in the city. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following hardware price hikes across Xbox and Valve’s new Steam Machine, Sony Interactive executives have hinted that their upcoming console may depart from the industry’s traditional "loss leader" strategy. In a recent Q&A, the company stated it does not intend to sell hardware at "significant losses," while also dropping major hints that its next system could feature portable capabilities similar to the Nintendo Switch. Meanwhile, we look at the legendary indie title The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth, which just set a new record for concurrent users on Steam following a massive 90% discount in the platform’s Summer Sale, marking a historic win for a critical darling that has famously been snubbed by major awards for over a decade. In-Episode Links & Resources: Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our console pricing and industry trend coverage? Get caught up on our previous analysis of the hardware landscape here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1HQHePoKPLDyZ2xRO6K7Kz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

To celebrate the America 250 milestone, we’re getting into the spirit with a virtual tour through our nation’s history and landmarks. We look back at how Assassin’s Creed III puts you in the middle of the American Revolution, how Fallout 3 and Fallout 4 offer a dark, post-apocalyptic vision of our national identity, and why the floating city of Columbia in BioShock Infinite provides a unique steampunk "what-if" story set in the aftermath of the Civil War. While these games aren't historical textbooks, they remain a fantastic way to explore the spirit of our country's most famous settings. In-Episode Links & Resources: Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our deep dives? Catch up with our foundational analysis here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7vuhZLJZeHjH51nM6nXJxu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A smart home thermostat can help regulate the temperature of your home even when everyone is away, a handy upgrade when hundreds of millions of Americans are suffering under a heatwave. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A popular internet messaging app is allowing users to reserve an online alias. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

American Airlines plans to install SpaceX Starlink internet service on more than 500 of its airplanes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Air taxis are taking another step toward reality above city skies, as JOBY moves to carry out test flights in New York City. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI is following a Trump administration directive to restrict access to the latest version of its powerful chatbot to government agencies and approved partners. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Preorders for the November 19 release of Grand Theft Auto 6 are officially live, and retailers are already warning that high demand will likely outstrip physical supply—though reports suggest these "physical" copies may simply be digital codes in a box. Meanwhile, Microsoft has announced another price hike for its hardware, with the Series S rising to $500 and the Series X reaching $800. In industry news, Bungie is facing a second major blow as the studio lets go of nearly 300 staff members, impacting both the core Destiny 2 team and the developers working on the upcoming extraction shooter Marathon. We break down these major shifts and what they mean for the future of these iconic franchises. Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our industry coverage? Start here to catch up on our previous deep dives: https://megaphone.link/FOXM7110483851 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The gaming world is in mourning following the death of Ubisoft co-founder Claude Guillemot, who was killed in a plane crash in western France at the age of 69. Guillemot, a key figure in the family-led company behind the Assassin’s Creed and Far Cry franchises, was piloting his twin-engine Cessna 421 when the accident occurred. In other news, Valve has officially unveiled the pricing for its highly anticipated Steam Machine, which departs from the traditional "loss leader" console model. Starting at $1,049 for a 512GB model and reaching up to $1,428 for a 2TB bundle with a controller, the device is positioned as a premium Linux-based gaming PC rather than a subsidized console. Main Podcast Page: https://radio.foxnews.com/podcast/fox-on-games/ Best Place to Start: New to our industry coverage? Start here to catch up on our previous deep dives: https://megaphone.link/FOXM7110483851 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A range of Apple products are getting price increases, including the MacBook, MacBook Neo, and iPad. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Android users can now skip ahead of the security line at the airport by using TSA PreCheck Touchless ID to have their face scanned. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Los Angeles Unified School Board voted to become the first major U.S. school district to restrict digital learning devices in schools. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI over ChatGPT's alleged connection to the deadly Florida State University shooting in April of last year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nearly nine years after Elon Musk unveiled the Tesla Semi, the electric trucks are one step closer to hitting the road. We're getting a look at some of the vehicle's new features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roblox is overhauling its safety protocols with a massive launch of new features aimed at protecting its youngest players. Moving away from the honor system, the platform is deploying AI-powered facial scans and age estimation to verify user identity. These changes include disabling chat entirely for children under nine, while users aged nine to sixteen will be restricted to chatting only with verified peers or trusted friends. We explore these new technical standards, the enhanced parental tracking tools for monitoring screen time and friend lists, and why Roblox's Vice President of Safety Product Policy, Eliza Jacobs, hopes this "gold standard" approach will encourage other platforms to abandon simple text-based age checks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Roblox is overhauling its safety protocols with a massive launch of new features aimed at protecting its youngest players. Moving away from the honor system, the platform is deploying AI-powered facial scans and age estimation to verify user identity. These changes include disabling chat entirely for children under nine, while users aged nine to sixteen will be restricted to chatting only with verified peers or trusted friends. We explore these new technical standards, the enhanced parental tracking tools for monitoring screen time and friend lists, and why Roblox's Vice President of Safety Product Policy, Eliza Jacobs, hopes this "gold standard" approach will encourage other platforms to abandon simple text-based age checks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

One food delivery giant is looking to robot-powered deliveries to help meet growing demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest version of Apple's operating system will bring new features like the ability to create digital versions of loyalty and membership cards, or send payment requests to other people after splitting a bill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google shows off the latest version of its mobile operating system, boasting features like better artificial intelligence, security, and multitasking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As more sports games shift from broadcast to paid streaming services, many Americans are not happy about paying extra just to follow their teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google is suing Chinese hackers for using Gemini to create fake versions of web sites for major companies and government agencies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The latest Nintendo Direct delivered major announcements for the upcoming Switch 2, expanding its library with high-profile titles. Beyond the previously discussed Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and Final Fantasy VII: Revelation, Square Enix confirmed that Kingdom Hearts 4 will launch on the Switch 2 day one, joined by a complete Kingdom Hearts Collection 1-3. Ubisoft is also bringing Rayman Legends Retold to the platform, while fans of the hit anime series can look forward to the One Piece Grand Gourmet cooking simulator. We break down the excitement behind these new titles and what they mean for the Switch 2's future catalog. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Microsoft brought the heat to the '26 Xbox Games Showcase, coming out swinging with massive world premieres and reinforcing its commitment to exclusive releases. Leading the charge, Gears of War: E-Day officially drops this October, followed by InXile's steampunk-inspired Clockwork Revolution in 2027. We also look at the reveal of Persona 6 and the Persona 4 remake—both hitting Game Pass day one—alongside summer targets like Doom: The Dark Ages | Revelations (July 7) and Halo: Campaign Evolved (July 28). Plus, we highlight the sleek new 25th Anniversary Console and a massive docket of holiday-ready titles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Food delivery app Doordash will now allow you to upload pictures of food and have artificial intelligence handle the purchase and delivery of ingredients, among other features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apple's artificial intelligence will help users come up with more secure passwords starting with the iOS 27 update. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apple is withholding upgrades to Apple Intelligence and Siri from European markets, citing regulators' unwillingness to give the company an exemption from privacy laws. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apple says its personal assistant Siri will have a bunch of new features thanks to better artificial intelligence integration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google's cybersecurity teams are warning that the cybercriminal gang known as the Silent Ransom Group is now sending fake IT workers to offices in person in order to access sensitive infrastructure. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

World Cup fever is officially hitting the United States, and Netflix is capitalizing on the soccer hype in a massive way. With EA Sports shifting away from the FIFA partnership, Netflix has stepped in to secure the official license for the Men's World Cup 2026. FIFA World Cup: Launch Edition arrives on June 11, introducing streamlined mobile controls that allow subscribers to pass, shoot, and manage matches across their favorite screens with zero microtransactions. We break down how the game will update daily based on real-life tournament outcomes, its longevity heading into the 2027 Women's World Cup, and what this means for the broader landscape of subscription gaming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you catch the massive surprises from Sony's latest State of Play? We break down the brand-new trailer for Insomniac Games' Marvel's Wolverine, including details on his pre-X-Men solo journey and a high-profile cameo from psychic powerhouse Jean Grey. Plus, we look at the newly revealed villain roster for Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls, a surprise announcement for the next Rayman game, a movie-inspired Stuntman title, and a deep dive into the 20-minute opening scene of God of War: Laufey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A report from the Five Eyes intelligence-sharing collective says the Chinese Communist Party is surveilling top officials in the government, military and business spheres of western nations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hackers used Meta's artificial intelligence support bot to add new email addresses to existing accounts and then seize control of them. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Meta is expanding parental controls by bringing Teen Accounts to Facebook and Messenger, amid growing political backlash to social media platforms that allow kids to speak to adults and access content aimed at mature users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The State Department is rolling out a new frontline defense, the Bureau of Emerging Threats, aimed at countering adversaries like Iran who week to weaponize artificial intelligence in performing cyberattacks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Would you let a cleaning professional record your home in exchange for free chores? A German tech startup named MicroAGI has launched the Shift App in New York City, offering free household cleanings, laundry, and mopping. The catch? The cleaning pros wear cameras to record their work, using the data to train future AI models on how to navigate a home. We break down the details of the service, their privacy anonymization promises, and how you can get paid to film your own chores. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is your console getting left behind? Activision is taking a massive step toward ending last-generation support by removing the free-to-play battle royale Call of Duty: Warzone from the PS4 and Xbox One this June. Plus, we preview the highly anticipated Xbox Games Showcase coming up on June 7. We break down what to expect from the premier prequel Gears of War: E-Day, the major campaign remake Halo: Campaign Evolved, and address what we might—or might not—hear regarding Microsoft's hybrid next-gen hardware. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you looking for the latest updates on Marvel's Wolverine or wondering where to watch the next PlayStation event on the big screen? Sony is returning with an hour-long State of Play showcasing highly anticipated titles, including the next major project from Insomniac Games. In an unprecedented move, Sony is partnering with the Alamo Drafthouse to broadcast the livestream live in select theaters across the country. We break down what to expect, how to get free tickets with food vouchers, and address the latest hardware rumors swirling around the industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Are you ready to take a ride in what is being called a "living room on wheels"? Waymo is expanding its autonomous taxi fleet with the Ojai, a larger vehicle packed with accessibility features like embedded Braille, screen readers, and low-step entry. We break down the new sixth-generation driver tech—integrating laser guidance and radar—designed to tackle extreme weather like snow, which aims to address recent flooding issues seen with their sedans in Atlanta. Plus, find out when you can hail an Ojai in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tired of sharing an entire hour-long episode just to highlight one specific quote? Spotify is introducing a brand-new feature that allows listeners to trim and share short snippets of their favorite audio podcasts. Using a new scissors icon in the "now playing" view, you can preview, edit, and send the best parts of an episode directly to friends or save them straight to your playlists. We break down how this new tool works for both free and premium tier users. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Did you know that one of the most iconic summer toys was designed by a NASA and US Air Force engineer? We dive into the history of Lonnie Johnson, who used his expertise in stealth bombers and spacecraft to revolutionize water guns with a patent awarded on this day in 1986. Originally called the Power Drencher, the Super Soaker changed backyard games forever by replacing tiny sprays with high-pressure streams. We break down the classic lineup, from standard pistols to the legendary massive backpack models. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Calls are growing for lawmakers to overhaul or eliminate Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act following back-to-back jury verdicts targeting major social media platforms Meta and YouTube. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After losing a lawsuit filed by the Justice Department during the Biden administration, Google is appealing a judge's decision that the company engaged in anticompetitive and monopolistic practices. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Game developer 'Bungie' has confirmed they will be winding down support for 'Destiny 2' amid reports they will be suffering 'significant' layoffs. The masterpiece 'Red Dead Redemption 2' reaches a new milestone for video games. Bryan Hultgren shares the stories. Remember to follow, subscribe, share with your friends, and leave a five-star review—it's the best way to help the show grow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Sony has increased PlayStation Plus subscription prices for 1-month and 3-month plans, and announced they will no longer release its major narrative, single-player titles on PC. Bryan Hultgren has the story. Remember to follow, subscribe, share with your friends, and leave a five-star review—it's the best way to help the show grow. ​ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Waymo pauses its autonomous taxi service in Atlanta and San Antonio after several cars became trapped in flooded conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google is trying to bring back Google Glass - this time powered with Gemini artificial intelligence, and partnering with Samsung and Warby Parker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Google and Apple are announcing a range of new features for their artificial intelligence products, including Google's new Spark agentic AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Trump administration has laid out a template for regulation of artificial intelligence, as many lawmakers express skepticism over the technology and its impact on jobs and the electrical grid. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OpenAI says their flagship chatbot can now help you with managing your personal expenses, thanks to enhanced privacy features. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices