The WAN Show - AMD Licenses Technology to China! - April 22, 2016
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The WAN Show episode from April 22, 2016, opens with Linus welcoming viewers and setting the stage for a packed tech news rundown. He teases topics ranging from AMD licensing technology to China, to a hands-on look at the HTC Vive, to business and industry shifts affecting the wider tech landscape. The show balances gadget reviews, developer-focused hardware discussions, and current events in technology policy and market strategy. Viewers are introduced to a broader array of segments, including Nerd Sports on Vessel and a deeper dive into VR hardware, while Linus juggles production notes and on-air humor. The opening monologue also highlights ongoing production and channel projects, signaling a multi-channel strategy around reviews, VR impressions, and behind-the-scenes content.
Topics · technology · hardware · business_and_industry · virtual_reality · consumer_electronics
Questions answered
- What is the main business news announced about AMD in this episode?
- The episode discusses AMD reportedly licensing its x86 technology to China, with the implication that a government-backed arrangement could involve custom CPUs and related IP development.
- What VR hardware topic dominates the mid-show segment?
- The HTC Vive setup and first impressions are a major focus, including setup challenges, room requirements, motion controller issues, and overall gameplay impressions.
- How does the show treat the dual GPU Radeon Pro Duo in the context of the market?
- The hosts critique the Pro Duo as a niche developer and VR-oriented solution with questionable value in gaming, noting its price, power draw, and limited consumer appeal.
- Which non-technical topic briefly surfaces in the show?
- A humorous moment centers on Linus’s waifu body pillow, which becomes a running joke and a source of viewer engagement in the chat.
- What consumer tech news items are touched on besides AMD and VR?
- The episode touches on Microsoft profits, the MacBook 12-inch refresh, and Mitsubishi’s fuel economy scandal, among other tech industry updates.