Published Nov 4, 2021

The secrets of the first real smartphone, with Dieter Bohn

Discover the untold story behind the first real smartphone as Nilay Patel and Dieter Bohn delve into Handspring's pioneering efforts, the complexities of streaming app development, and the precarious balance of innovation in tech's fast-evolving landscape.

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The secrets of the first real smartphone, with Dieter Bohn

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PC Industry Missteps

Origins of Android

Early Smartphone Struggles

The Power of Simplicity

Fragility of Innovation

The Rise of Smartphones

Handspring's Legacy

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Streaming Innovations

Smartphone Pioneering

Challenges in Innovation

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Welcome to Decoder

The secrets of the first real smartphone, with Dieter Bohn

Topics covered

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Streaming InnovationsNilay Patel and Dieter Bohn explore the complexities of developing streaming apps and their impact on media consumption. They discuss the technical hurdles and the innovative features of new platforms like The Verge's.

Streaming Innovations

Smartphone PioneeringThe episode explores the pioneering efforts of Handspring in the early smartphone industry, highlighting their innovative contributions and the challenges they faced. Dieter Bohn shares insights into the company's legacy and its influence on the development of Android.

Smartphone Pioneering

Challenges in Innovation

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