Nintendo has finally unveiled the complete details of the Switch 2, and Engadget’s Sam Rutherford had the opportunity to try out the new console. In this episode, he shares his thoughts on the significant upgrades in the new hardware, particularly the 1080p, 120 fps screen, and explains why he doesn’t feel the need for the older Switch OLED. Additionally, Sam discusses his experience with Mario Kart World, the new semi-open world version of Nintendo’s classic racing game.

In other news, we explore the latest developments surrounding the TikTok ban and examine how the Trump administration’s push for tariffs will impact the technology industry and beyond. Be sure to tune in until the end of the show for our conversation with Shinichiro Watanabe, the creator of Cowboy Bebop, about his new anime series, Lazarus.

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Topics

• Nintendo has released the full details of the Switch 2, and Sam Rutherford shares his hands-on experience – 1:47

• The US has introduced broad new tariffs on China and other countries, which could increase the prices of products ranging from keyboards to cars – 49:32

• TikTok’s deadline to divest or face a ban is April 5, and we discuss potential buyers – 54:57

• xAI’s acquisition of X and its potential implications – 58:24

• Current projects – 1:00:59

• Pop culture recommendations – 1:02:31

Credits

Hosts: Devindra Hardawar and Sam Rutherford
Producer: Ben Ellman
Music: Dale North and Terrence O’Brien

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