Google Next 2025 Recap: Sphere AI Exclusive, Starline Interview & HUGE Studio Upgrade! | Tech for Work

Hey TabGeeks fam! I’m back with a HUGE show packed with breaking tech news and updates! 🤩 We've got Google's brand-new Gemini 2.5, a deep dive into the incredible Ubiquiti G6 cameras, and a sneak peek at my studio expansion plans! Let's dive in! 👇

🔥 What's Covered in This Episode:

• Google Gemini 2.5 Launch: Breaking news on the latest AI model with enhanced coding and reasoning capabilities. https://blog.google/technology/google-deepmind/gemini-model-thinking-updates-march-2025/
• 📸 Ubiquiti G6 Camera Review: Detailed overview of the new G6 Turret, Bullet, and Instant cameras, including 4K sensor technology. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8CxpdWI_sc
• 🛠️ Studio Expansion Plans: Jesse's upcoming studio redesign, doubling the space for improved recording and storage.
• 🏆 Google Developer Expert (GDE) Announcement: The merging of Google's Champions and GDE programs and Jesse's new GDE status https://cloud.google.com/blog/products/ai-machine-learning/the-google-developer-experts-program-is-growing
• ☁️ Google Cloud Certification Discount: Details on the "Certified Today" campaign with 50% off certification exams. https://www.googlecloudcommunity.com/gc/Learning-Forums/ANNOUNCEMENT-50-off-all-certifications-until-April-5th/m-p/877578
• 💻 Google Drive on ARM: General release of the native ARM app for Windows devices. https://www.engadget.com/computing/google-drive-is-now-available-on-snapdragon-based-windows-pcs-173517153.html
• 🔒 Google's Acquisition of Wiz: Google's $32 billion purchase of the cloud security company. https://9to5google.com/2025/03/18/google-wiz-cloud-security-acquisition/
• 🤖 Gemini Replacing Google Assistant: Gemini's integration into Chromebooks and other Google platforms. https://9to5google.com/2025/03/18/gemini-google-assistant-chromebooks/
• 🍎 Apple M4 MacBook Air Review: Jesse's recommendation and thoughts on the new MacBook Air.
• 🧬 23andMe Bankruptcy Concerns: Discussion on the potential sale of genetic data and deletion options. https://www.theverge.com/news/634680/23andme-genetic-data-account-deletion-how-to
• 📱 Apple's C1 5G Modem: Performance review of Apple's new cellular modem in the iPhone 16e. ​​https://www.engadget.com/mobile/smartphones/apples-first-custom-designed-modem-did-surprisingly-well-in-benchmarks-164422205.html
• ⌚ Pebble Smartwatch Comeback: The return of the classic smartwatch and advancements in Bluetooth technology. https://repebble.com/
• 🖨️ Bamboo H2D 3D Printer: Introduction of the all-in-one 3D printer, laser cutter, and more. https://www.cnet.com/tech/computing/ive-been-hands-on-with-bambu-labs-latest-3d-printer-the-h2d-and-its-more-than-the-sum-of-its-parts/
• 🗣️ Otter AI's Talking Agent: Discussion on the new AI agent feature in Otter AI for meeting transcriptions. https://www.theverge.com/news/635176/otter-ai-voice-activated-meeting-agent-availability
• 🚗 Tesla's Robot and EV Updates: Optimus robot production, Cybertruck manufacturing, and Dojo supercomputer advancements. https://finance.yahoo.com/news/teslas-elon-musk-holds-surprise-all-hands-meeting-to-assuage-employees-and-investors-143825245.html
• 🚚 Rivian's New EV Model: Updates on Rivian's upcoming vehicle and ...