Podcast Show Notes: Episode 48 – MSFT Unboxed POD with Kareem and David

Microsoft has gifted Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One with the superpower to support external drives of any size—hello, 16TB segments. Meanwhile, they’ve rolled out the red carpet for Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum processor powered by topological qubits. It’s practically ready to fit a million qubits on a single chip.

For the thrill-seekers, Delta Force: Black Hawk Down’s co-op campaign is going free on PC and mobile starting February 21. Dive into the action without dipping into your wallet. Over in browser land, Microsoft Edge has leveled up to WebUI 2.0, making it 40% faster and more responsive—finally, a browser that keeps up with our need for speed.

Apple, not to be outdone, introduced the iPhone 16e, a budget-friendly marvel priced at $599. It boasts the A18 chip, a 48MP camera, and the new C1 cellular modem. In the gaming arena, Intel is upping its game for handheld PCs, taking on AMD in a showdown of epic proportions. And in a twist, Amazon is pulling the plug on its Appstore for Android devices come August 20, 2025, but no worries—it’s sticking around on Fire TVs and Fire Tablets.

Hosts: Kareem Anderson and David Allen

Episode Highlights:

1. Xbox Support for Larger Hard Drives
   ○ Microsoft has released an update allowing Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One consoles to support external drives of any size. Drives larger than 16TB will be partitioned into multiple 16TB segments.
2. Microsoft’s Majorana Quantum Processing Unit (QPU)
   ○ Microsoft unveiled Majorana 1, the world’s first quantum processor powered by topological qubits. This breakthrough promises to scale quantum computing to a million qubits on a single chip.
3. Black Hawk Down Free-to-Play for PC and Mobile
   ○ The co-op campaign for Delta Force: Black Hawk Down will be available for free starting February 21. This move is a gesture of gratitude to players and promises an intense, immersive experience.
4. Microsoft Edge Upgrading to WebUI 2.0
   ○ Microsoft Edge has migrated to WebUI 2.0, a markup-first architecture that significantly boosts performance. This update makes the browser 40% faster and more responsive.
5. Apple’s Budget iPhone Announcement
   ○ Apple announced the iPhone 16e, a budget-friendly addition to the iPhone lineup. Priced at $599, it features the A18 chip, a 48MP camera, and Apple’s new C1 cellular modem.
6. Intel Doubling Down on Handheld Gaming
   ○ Intel is ramping up its support for handheld gaming PCs, aiming to challenge AMD’s dominance. The company plans to provide more assistance to manufacturers and game developers.
7. Amazon Shuttering Its App Store on Android Devices
   ○ Amazon will discontinue its Appstore for Android devices on August 20, 2025. The store will remain available on Amazon’s Fire TVs and Fire Tablets.

Tune in to hear Kareem and David dive deep into these exciting tech updates and what they mean for the future!

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EP. 105 – Microsoft's Big Quarter, More Xbox Promises, Peacock and YouTube v Netflix – MSFT Unboxed

Welcome back to the podcast! Today, **Kareem and David** sit down to untangle the latest round of tech news, market shifts, and hardware hype.Whether tracking earnings reports or scanning upcoming game drops, we're cutting through the spin to look at what's actually happening.Here is what’s on the table for this episode:* **Microsoft’s Quarterly Earnings:** Wall Street saw big headlines, but what do the numbers *actually* say? We look past the polished press releases to analyze cloud performance, hardware trends, and where the money is really going.* **Peacock ❤️ YouTube:** Peacock is officially teaming up with YouTube, and the reasons go beyond simple streaming convenience. We discuss why traditional media companies are leaning into YouTube's reach and what this partnership signals for the future of streaming bundles.* **The Laptop Hardware Promise:** Tech executives love promising battery life breakthroughs and revolutionary performance leaps with every new generation. We inspect the latest claims and weigh expectation against reality.* **Game Pass Free Play Days:** Wrapping up on a lighter note—what’s playable this weekend, which titles are worth your hard drive space, and where Xbox is heading with subscriber perks.**Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments below!** What do you think about the Peacock and YouTube move? Let's talk about it. 👇#techpodcast #microsoft #xbox #peacock #youtube #gamingnews #technews

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