Amazon and Microsoft announced a surprise partnership this week: their smart assistants Alexa and Cortana are now buddies and can call on each other to do tasks. Plus, we test out Alexa’s latest trick: multi-room audio. We also hear the sordid tale of Kanoa earbuds and the unwitting role Andru played in the fallout of the company closing. Follow all our tech coverage at GeekWire.com and subscribe to our live behind-the-scenes videos on GearLive, youtube.com/gearlive

Amazon and Microsoft announced a surprise partnership this week: their smart assistants Alexa and Cortana are now buddies and can call on each other to do tasks. Plus, we test out Alexa&rsquo;s latest trick: multi-room audio. We also hear the sordid tale of Kanoa earbuds and the unwitting role Andru played in the fallout of the company closing. Follow all our tech coverage at <a href="http://www.geekwire.com/">GeekWire.com</a> and subscribe to our live behind-the-scenes videos on <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/gearlive">GearLive</a>, youtube.com/gearlive

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from GeekWire and Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards and longtime tech journalist Todd Bishop, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Geared Up

Geared Up is the weekly podcast and live video show from Gear Live. Hosted by veteran tech reviewer Andru Edwards, Geared Up features the latest news in consumer electronics and video games, plus hands-on time with the hottest tech gadgets and gear.

Alexa and Cortana are hooking up

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Nintendo Switch Battery Refresh

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Apple Simplifies MacBook lineup, kills the MacBook

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Battery Rumors

Nintendo has announced not one, but two updates to the Nintendo Switch line of consoles - the Nintendo Switch Lite, and a refreshed Nintendo Switch with greatly improved battery life. We talk about what sets the two consoles apart. Apple has simplified its portable computer lineup and has killed off the 12-inch MacBook in favor of the entry-level MacBook Air and more powerful MacBook Pro - here's how to decide which is best for you. Finally, we have some really interesting rumors about the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 battery life and charging speeds!

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Nintendo has announced not one, but two updates to the Nintendo Switch line of consoles - the Nintendo Switch Lite, and a refreshed Nintendo Switch with greatly improved battery life. We talk about what sets the two consoles apart. Apple has simplified its portable computer lineup and has killed off the 12-inch MacBook in favor of the entry-level MacBook Air and more powerful MacBook Pro - here's how to decide which is best for you. Finally, we have some really interesting rumors about the Samsung Galaxy Note 10 battery life and charging speeds!
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<li><a href="http://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkKD-l4MrO19A6M_FAFzMCw">Geared Up Podcast on YouTube</a></li>
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New Nintendo Switch Consoles, Apple Kills the MacBook, & Galaxy Note 10 Rumors!

Amazon Prime Day Tips

Jony Ive Departs Apple - Now What?

Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Details

TCL National Cut the Cord Day Giveaways!

Q&A: Are Game Consoles Dead in the Age of Streaming?

Q&A: Pick One Piece of Tech to Own

Q&A: Tech for Fitness & Weight Loss

Q&A: Is the Earth Flat?

Q&A: Most Underrated Tech Companies

Are the Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation consoles headed toward certain doom with the advent of game streaming platforms like Project xCloud and Google Stadia? Amazon Prime Day 2019 is right around the corner, and I share my tips for getting the best deals. We also talk about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launch and rumored features, as well as Jony Ive leaving Apple after almost 30 years.

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Hands-On with Microsoft Project xCloud Game Streaming to Phones!
Amazon Prime Day Deals
Amazon Prime Day: Anker PowerPort Atom III
Amazon Prime Day: Jabra Elite 85h Headphones
Peloton Bike High Tech Fitness Gadget

Are the Microsoft Xbox and Sony PlayStation consoles headed toward certain doom with the advent of game streaming platforms like Project xCloud and Google Stadia? Amazon Prime Day 2019 is right around the corner, and I share my tips for getting the best deals. We also talk about the upcoming Samsung Galaxy Note 10 launch and rumored features, as well as Jony Ive leaving Apple after almost 30 years.
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Links Mentioned in the Show:
<a href="https://youtu.be/eqRIQPCOzpc">Hands-On with Microsoft Project xCloud Game Streaming to Phones!</a> <a href="https://amzn.to/2XPBtUh">Amazon Prime Day Deals</a> <a href="https://geni.us/ankeratom3">Amazon Prime Day: Anker PowerPort Atom III</a> <a href="https://geni.us/jabraelite85h">Amazon Prime Day: Jabra Elite 85h Headphones</a> <a href="https://geni.us/peloton">Peloton Bike High Tech Fitness Gadget</a>

The Death of the Xbox, Amazon Prime Day Tips, & Samsung Galaxy Note 10 Rumors!

Apple Public Betas for iOS, macOS

Using Xbox and PS4 Controllers on iOS

Apple's 16-inch MacBook Pro

Nintendo Switch Mini & Pro

Microsoft's Foldable Surface Tablet

Apple vs Spotify

Q&A: Etika's Death & Creator Mental Health

Microsoft is working on a secret foldable Surface tablet that will run Android apps and iCloud services! Nintendo is ready to release a new smaller version of the Switch console alongside a more powerful Switch Pro. Apple and Spotify's battle intensifies in court. We also talk about the death of YouTube creator, Etika, and mental health of content creators.

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LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOW
Microsoft Courier tablet concept video
How to Pair PS4 and Xbox Controllers to iOS in iOS 13
Testing iOS 13 Dark Mode

Microsoft is working on a secret foldable Surface tablet that will run Android apps and iCloud services! Nintendo is ready to release a new smaller version of the Switch console alongside a more powerful Switch Pro. Apple and Spotify's battle intensifies in court. We also talk about the death of YouTube creator, Etika, and mental health of content creators.
SPONSOR: National Car Rental. Go National. Go like a pro.
LINKS MENTIONED IN SHOW
<ul>
<li><a href="https://youtu.be/pFQWc79TYcU">Microsoft Courier tablet concept video</a></li>
<li><a href="https://youtu.be/M4DR5JmrKRo">How to Pair PS4 and Xbox Controllers to iOS in iOS 13</a></li>
<li><a href="https://youtu.be/DvQcZ2x6CXA">Testing iOS 13 Dark Mode</a></li>
</ul>

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