Episodes – Buzztown Archives

To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the launch of CNET’s Buzz Out Loud with Molly Wood, Tom Merritt, and Jason Howell were joined by guests Nate Lanxon and Richard Gunther and took some time to look back on one of the first and most formative podcasts in history. Special appearances by Scott Johnson and Veronica Belmont. Also included are the BuzzTown Archives curators, Kim White and Anthony Lemos. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode is an original recording by Molly Wood and Tom Merritt and produced by Anthony Lemos.

At 1,588, it’s the final episode of Buzz Out Loud, the podcast that launched a thousand news stories, arguments, hosts and co-hosts, producers, and good times. We packed the studio full–Tom Merritt, Veronica Belmont, Jason Howell, Rafe Needleman, Donald Bell, plus of course, me, Brian Tong, and Stephen Beacham … and it’s possible there was some champagne, a little whiskey, some cake, and even a couple of news stories. Oh, and tears. Definitely tears. Have a listen. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 4/05/2012.

Oh, dear fans … we’re sad to say that Buzz Out Loud is ending, after an amazing six-year run. Tom, Veronica, and Jason will join us for an epic final show on April 5, and we hope you’ll all stick with us as we move on to new projects, including Molly’s new show, Always On, launching in June. Meanwhile, enjoy a little tech news, won’t you? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 3/23/2012.

Sure, there’s a new iPad to discuss, a mind-controlled skateboard to tell stories about, lawsuits against Apple over Siri, and the thing where Ray Kurzweil doesn’t think there’s intelligent life in the universe. But Sharon Vaknin is on the show today, so as soon as Pinterest comes up, that’s all we can talk about! PIN ALL THE THINGS! Plus, some news, I swear. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 3/15/2012.

Brian Tong and Molly Wood give you blow-by-blow analysis on the new iPad announcement, including re-writing the lyrics to John Mayer’s Your Body is a Wonderland, specifically to accommodate the new iPad. Which, in case you haven’t guessed by now, is just called the new iPad. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 3/7/2012.

On today’s show, we talk to the guys from Chaotic Moon Studios, the ones building Kinect-controlled skateboards and shopping carts and more–they’re moving into mind controlled devices. No, really. Also, the problem with Google’s new privacy policies: Web search! The iPad 3 rumor roundup, how to make the most of Google+, and Windows 8 vs. OS X Mountain Lion. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 3/01/2012.

On this week’s show, BOL Special Counsel Gil Cabrera joins us to break down the mobile apps privacy protections (meh), the Consumer Privacy Bill of Rights (unenforceable without Congress) and the Do Not Track button (weak). He’s kind of a buzz kill. Also, poor little T-Mobile, Microsoft’s most unprofessional legal lawyer ever, and Nilay Patel buzzkills Pinterest, big time. Plus, Into It/Not Into It returns! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 2/23/2012.

Former federal CTO Aneesh Chopra joins the show today to talk wireless policy and what the heck happened with SOPA/PIPA, we dish on what really happened with Molly’s Galaxy Nexus, and the address book uploading controversy that just won’t end. Plus, Into It/Not Into It and one angry, angry voice mail. Good to be back! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 2/16/2012.   https://content.pwc-networks.com/bol/audio/cnet_bol_021612.mp3

Rafe Needleman and Donald Bell join Brian Tong on the show today to discuss all the new video streaming options coming down the pipe. We got Amazon, Viacom, HBO, Netflix, Verizon, Redbox and now possibly another service called Quickflix. Which one will you choose? In other news iPad 3’s are coming in March and we investigate who exactly Pinterest appeals to? If you are a guy you most likely have no interest in Pinterest. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 2/9/2012.

The Buzz Crew talks about Facebook’s historic IPO, and the challenges they’ll face moving forward. Zynga is smiling, and so is the invite-only Pinterest. We’ve figured it out, and it’s the new social network for girls or metrosexuals. Into it, Not Into it brings us vacuum-sealed couples and that’s all you need to know. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 2/02/2012.

On this week’s Buzz Out Loud, Brian and Molly take Apple (and others) to task for unsafe and inhumane working conditions at consumer electronics factories in China. It’s time for Apple and us, the consumers, to demand better. Plus, Google’s privacy policy changes, Netflix’s big bounce-back, and Computer Love–and meet Givit, the way to share private videos of your kids or, um, other things. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 1/26/2012.

The Internet flexed its power with this week’s SOPA/PIPA blackouts, but make no mistake: this battle isn’t over yet, and will only intensify–it might get a lot more sneaky, in fact. But this week? The Internet wins. Will students lose out with Apple’s new plan to revamp the textbook industry? Or just the students (and schools) who can’t can’t afford iPads? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 1/19/2012.

It’s Friday the 13th & we are wrapping up CES 2012. Today on the show we discuss the Best of CES winners and losers and discuss some CES disappointments and surprises. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 1/13/2012.

After our first day of CES we discuss what tech is making waves in Vegas. What grabbed your attention and which products will never see the store shelves. Molly Breaks down her interview with Google’s Eric Schmidt and Brian Tong reflects on his time with LL Cool J live on the CNET stage. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 1/11/2012

We are broadcasting live from the CNET stage at CES 2012 in Las Vegas. Today on the show we welcomed Charles Seiber the Vice President of Marketing for Roku and picked his brain about the future of the tiny online video streaming box. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/29/2011.

The U.S. Government does, but we just wanted to make that clear for you in this weeks show. Kodak’s facing an ugly future, Barnes and Noble is looking to spin-off its Nook division and will Yahoo ever be relevant again? Kanye West is comparing himself to Steve Jobs, seriously. Plus, we can’t wait to see all the new shiny toys at CES 2012! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 1/05/2012.

It’s our annual prediction extravaganza! Stephen, the All-Seeing Eye, NostraTongus, and Molly the Mage look into 2012 and guess at which companies, which gadgets, and which trends will appear, die, expand, or maybe just go horribly wrong. Spoiler: we all think Facebook will IPO. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/29/2011.

It’s Microsoft’s last CES, we say goodbye, and will it have any major impact on the worlds largest electronics show. Short answer. No. The vote on SOPA gets delayed until 2012, just in time to try to make people forget. Plus, some of the Top 10 lists from the internet meme world! We love you Nyan Cat! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/22/2011.

Today on Buzz Out Loud we are joined by the Rumor Has It girls Karyne Levy and Emily Dreyfuss. The Galaxy Nexus has crash landed in America and SOPA is set for a vote on amendments today in the Washington. We play a round of Into It..Not Into It and discuss what the world searched on Google in 2011. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/15/2011.

The Buzz Out Loud team gets together for a special episode to discuss and debate CNET’s end-of-the-year CNET 100 list of lists. Are the winners really winners? Are we being fair to the disappointments? Will 3D TV ever get it right? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/12/2011.

On today’s Most Epic Buzz Out Loud Episode Ever, we interview the founders of Skout.com and find out there’s an easier way to find love and friendship all around you than the way you have to do it in Sweden. Also, how Verizon is trying to murder the Galaxy Nexus and Google is letting it. Plus, David Lucatch (don’t get his name wrong, take it from me) and Gene Simmons (yes, THAT Gene Simmons) join us to talk about the magic wand that is Ortsbo. We’d believe it even if Gene didn’t say so. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/8/2011.

The Carrier IQ spy software scandal continues to grow: Al Franken wants an explanation and researchers say it might even be showing up in iOS. AT&T’s T-Mobile bid is on death watch, and we perform a live demo of Siri’s abortion glitch — biggest problem? It’s not search and it should be search. Meanwhile, Google announces that it’s planning to map indoor spaces, and we envision a world of Google mapping guys on Segways in the mall and maybe even snooping around our cubicles and kitchens. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 12/01/2011.

On this week’s show, Jessica Dolcourt joins us for some hands-on time with the Galaxy Nexus–and that peek is all you get, since there’s still no U.S. release date for that sucker. Ridiculous. Also, Google Music recapped and a tag-team SOPA rant, plus Stephen Beacham’s awesome new segment: Into It or Not Into It. You will love it, and you will dance. All that and Computer Love, to boot! Settle in! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 11/17/2011.

On November 16, 2011, Google announced the launch of Google Music, a digital music service, and unveiled its features and functions at a special event called: “These Go To 11” Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 11/16/2011.

Adobe puts their support behind HTML 5 and ends further development of Flash on mobile browsers. Somewhere Steve Jobs is smiling. Warner Bros. takes down files they never even saw, which makes us feel great about the future of the Stop Piracy Online Act. Plus, a Rotisserie Meatball Passes Between Earth and Moon, and Siri tries to help us get a gift for mom on Christmas. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 11/10/2011.

On today’s show, how Google biffed the Gmail app big-time, RIM is the saddest little wounded puppy you ever did see (and hear), and CNET News’ Jay Greene joins us to talk about his two-part series on Microsoft killing the Courier tablet and what it means for the company’s future. Plus, when the heck is the Galaxy Nexus coming? Seriously, now? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 11/03/2011.

In the tech news this week, Stephen and Brian bust me for buying an iPhone 4 on eBay to tide me over until there’s a phone I really want–or until my Verizon contract is up. Nicole Lee joins us to talk about Nokia and Microsoft’s new baby, the Lumia 800, and Sony’s plans to get serious about making smart phones. Plus, stock advice from the gang, the coming nightmare that is the Stop Internet Piracy Act, and Computer Love. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 10/27/2011.

VidBlogger Nation’s founder Marc Scarpa joins us to talk about his Social TV Network and the rise of new media. Buzz Out Loud’s own legal advisor Gil Cabrera joins us to talk about Samsung and its reach for something, anything in their patent battles with Apple. Guess what, they aren’t winning. But you know who IS winning? Steve Ballmer. It’s Gadgets Galore with the Samsung Nexus, Droid Razr and the Lytro camera. Which one is Molly going to buy? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 10/20/2011.

Start of BOL going weekly. On this week’s show, a moment of silence for Dennis Ritchie, the father of the C programming language and co-creator of Unix. Another moment of silence for RIM, and the three-day silence of BlackBerry’s email servers. Come ON, RIM. Keep it together! Also, Galaxy Nexus announcement coming Oct. 27? And Facebook wants to own your data for serious–like it’s a trade secret now serious. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 10/13/2011. Start of BOL going weekly.

CNET’s extensive live coverage of the death of Apple co-founder Steve Jobs is hosted by Brian Cooley and Brian Tong with special guests, including Jay Elliot, former Apple vice president.

On the evening of Steve Jobs’ death the Buzz Out Loud crew takes a look back at the Apple co-founder’s life and impact on the technology world with reaction from other technology giants, viewers, and mourners from around the world. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 10/05/2011

Welcome to our first Buzz Out Loud Weekly, which is, ironically, our third show this week! It’s a stair-step approach, really. We’re recapping and analyzing Amazon’s Kindle conflagration, wondering what the new iPhone 5 will look like and whether hidden retail skus do indeed point to a cheaper model, and pondering where to get free coffee on this, National Coffee Day. Plus, your calls and letters — keep them coming! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/29/2011. VIDEO

Today was a special day because it was the Buzz Out Loud Bonus Makeup Monday Show. Netflix is still in the news while some major rivals show off their goods this week including Amazon, Dish Network & Blockbuster. Facebook is scaring people all around the world with the latest changes. Is logging off of Facebook enough? And we hear from our fans in an extended Feedback Loop Loop Loop. We will be back live on Thursday at 10am PST so please tune in. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/26/2011.

Dish and Blockbuster announce their Netflix-killing movie delivery and streaming plan, but it’s kind of a letdown unless you’re a really happy Dish subscriber. HP puts Meg Whitman in charge and boots Leo Apotheker, which no one seems all that happy about Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/23/2011.

Adam Curry joins the show today to discuss Google’s antitrust hearing (charade or not charade?), Facebook’s redesign backlash, and how HP’s board is looking at ousting Leo Apotheker as CEO–which apparently has many more political ramifications than we wo Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/21/2011. VIDEO  

We’re looking ahead to Facebook’s F8 conference, where we’re expecting all new buttons, tons of data porn, and ever more personalized advertising. Google is also looking ahead to Facebook’s F8 conference, by opening Google+ to everyone and making hangouts even more awesome. Plus, we imagine a world in which AT&T’s ongoing efforts to push through the T-Mobile acquisition could actually result in increased competition and a smaller, less terrifying incarnation of AT&T itself. And then we crack ourselves up. Also, yeah, Fordo’s still going. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/20/2011.

Netflix rocks our world with the news that they’re splitting up into two separate companies: Netflix for streaming and embedded media delivery, and Qwikster (yeah, seriously) for DVD delivery. Best part? Two Websites, two accounts, two queues! What’s not to love? Also, Google Wallet and AT&T LTE arrive, Molly tees off on the Droid X again, and be warned, mateys: we do talk like pirates. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/16/2011.

Rafe Needleman joins us on the show today to discuss the dropping stock prices of RIM, Netflix and HP. How low will they go? We take a closer look at Scarlett Johansson’s hacking scandal and Rafe shares with us a very special video about taxidermy. All this and more on today’s BOL. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/16/2011.

The Buzz Crew feels like Facebook is losing its identity after adding the Subscribe button a day after Smart Lists. You guys really don’t have to be like Twitter and Google+. Windows 8 embraces HTML5 in their Metro UI, while Flash takes another punch to the gut. And there’s a reason why you don’t tell Apple internal secrets. You’ll be scared for the rest of your life. Just like Donald. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/15/2011.

FaceBook brings their own Smart Lists and you might not care about Google+ anymore. The U.S. Department of Justice launches a criminal investigation against eBay and their dealings with Craigslist.org. Plus, we experience a radio dramatization of Return of the Jedi, since the Star Wars Blu-Ray is coming and Brian can’t wait! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/14/2011.

The 404’s Wilson Tang joins us today to discuss Microsoft’s Build Conference currently taking place in Anaheim California. Stephen gives out his random temporary phone number on his new iPhone App called Ring Shuffle and receives around 40 calls within 20 minutes. Good times! Look for those voice mails on tomorrow’s show. Also the Kepler Telescope has discovered 6 new Earth like planets giving us more options when we need to get off this rock. All that and more on today’s Buzz Out Loud Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/13/2011.

Amazon wants to be the Netflix of books, and we can’t wait. The 9/11 Memorial uses tech to honor the victims memory. If you just use Twitter to lurk, you’re not a bot, we’re paging Dr. Watson and we want your Android OS name ideas! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/12/2011.

On today’s show, it’s cloudy with a chance of downtime at Microsoft and Google both (I call it a cloudage, geddit?). A new Facebook app is letting you dedicate your status updates to victims of 9/11, which we love. And Sprint is hoping to grab iPhone 5 customers with 1. the iPhone 5 and 2. unlimited data plans for iPhone 5. And the coolest pair of Nikes ever. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/09/2011.

The Yahoo aftershocks continue as Carol Bartz gives an angry, expletive-filled interview to Fortune and employees give Jerry Yang an angry, expletive-filled earful at an all-hands meeting where Yahoo tries to explain what comes next. Also, Apple upholds i Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/08/2011.

Carol Bartz is out at Yahoo and the stock is up, which has got to hurt. They’re still raking in the cash, but shareholders hate nothing more than a plateau. Plus, Netflix swears that at least this time, its jerk move (restricting users to only one stream at a time) was a total accident, and they’re definitely not doing that. Promise. Plus, Groupon’s IPO roadshow is off and the IPO itself may be off for good, and the Droid Bionic has finally arrived. Hooray! Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/7/2011.

The plot thickens on the lost iPhone prototype story: was there a police report? Did police escort Apple employees to a suspect’s house and then stand by while those employees searched the place? Did Apple really not have security for its prototypes before the job listings they just posted? But the real question we have for everyone today is this: What is wrong with George Lucas and who will put a stop to his endless Star Wars tinkering!? Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/6/2011.

Just in time to force us all to streaming plans, Netflix announces that its content streaming deal with Starz has fallen apart. Eek. But at least they protected us from the tiered pricing Starz wanted in addition to $300 million per year. AT&T prepares its pro-merger death ray, Dominos announces plans for a pizza delivery joint on the moon (seriously), your responses to our decision to go weekly, and Pastor Luke mans up on Computer Love. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/2/2011.

Apple, evidently, has a lot of employees with drinking problems, and it keeps letting those employees take iPhone prototypes out of the building. Really? Wow, dudes. Also, T-Mobile tries to pump up its employees over the merger situation, you can finally legally play Doom in Germany, tablet makers try everything but the easy solution, and China is going to kill us all. Or give us $99 tablets, hard to say. And Buzz Out Loud is getting out of the daily deals business. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 9/01/2011. https://content.pwc-networks.com/bol/audio/cnet_bol_090111.mp3

Wow, look at the big consumer-friendly brain on the DOJ! The Justice Department files an unexpected suit to block the AT&T and T-Mobile acquisition, and we discuss whether we think that will mean the end of it, or whether AT&T will just start buying members of Congress left and right. You decide. Plus, the TouchPad rises once again, we have a winner in the what does HP now stand for contest, and it’s not Hypothetical Pandas, although it should be. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 8/31/2011.

The cast of Buzz Out Loud has a message for HP that we hope they’ll hear: guys. Seriously. Please stop talking. Don’t tell the press you may or may not spin off your PC unit if you can figure out what that would mean for the company, and don’t let the EVP of the PC business say HP might get back into tablets. I mean, how hard is that, really? Plus, Wikileaks springs a major leak, and Beyonce’s baby pwns Twitter. Buzz Out Loud episodes are released in their original audio form. Some metadata supplementation and/or correction has been done for SEO, clarification, or as a product of data migration. Please report errors to [email protected]. This episode originally published by CNet on 8/30/2011.