Now EA's KILLING Playstations...?

The video opens with a tech news segue that playfully laments USB naming changes and teases the upcoming USB 4 standard, explaining how Thunderbolt 3 tech is being folded into USB 4 while criticizing the naming confusion. The host walks through how USB 4 will unify protocols like USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and Thunderbolt, noting that device makers may soon put USB-C ports capable of charging, video output, and 40 Gbps data transfer in a single port, before humorously complaining about the naming itself. The discussion then shifts to gaming industry headlines, including Microsoft’s multi-platform strategy and hints at Xbox Game Pass possibly expanding to other devices such as the Nintendo Switch and even the PlayStation 4, while acknowledging Sony’s unlikely cooperation but leaving the door open for future announcements at events like GDC 2019. The segment continues with a focus on Anthem and EA, describing reports of game crashes that brick PS4 consoles and complicate rebooting, framed as a controversy around EA’s game design choices and platform compatibility. A lighter, recurring “Back Quacks” segment spotlights iFixit’s Marlin screwdriver set with practical details about ergonomics, warranty, and availability. The video then covers security news with Google Project Zero revealing a high-severity macOS kernel flaw, including the 90-day disclosure window, while adding humorous commentary about latte-making distractions. The host rounds out with quick tech tidbits, including rumors of Nvidia GPUs, Windows on a Switch, and SpaceX updates, before a closing nod to the now-defunct Jibo robot and a playful tease about TechLinked continuing on later episodes.

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