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    #175: There's a Robin Williams Movie

    May 17th, 2018 · 69 minutes

    Google Duplex: is it as creepy as it sounds? We discuss Google I/O, the Net Neutrality fight's resurgence, and the dead of YouTube Red. Finally: nostalgia phone cases!

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    Links and Show Notes

    Google IO 2018: all of the highlights and news from the keynote | TechRadar
    Google Duplex is Silicon Valley’s latest experiment at the expense of the service industry - The Verge
    Senate Votes to Save Net Neutrality, Proving Shame Still Works Sometimes
    YouTube Music launches Tuesday; YouTube Red will be replaced by YouTube Premium, which will cost more. - Recode
    How to get a great patina on your iPhone X leather case - The Verge
    Classic C1: iPhone X case inspired by iMac G3 | Indiegogo