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    #224: Weird-shaped Android Phones

    October 11th, 2019 · 85 minutes

    Flo and Andy dive into why Google's research program for capturing 3D face scans is hugely problematic. We also discuss the Microsoft Surface Duo and Essential's "Project Gem" (and why Andy Rubin should not be the face of the company).

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