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We almost had a smartphone in the 90s. Why did it fail?
In the early 90’s, a company called General Magic began working on a portable device that would allow people to check email, make phone calls, even play games. It was basically a smartphone. But it never caught on.On today’s show, a theory about why this device failed. General Magic had generous investors, world-class talent and creative freedom. But is it possible what they needed was constraints?Support:Planet Money+Read: Our book: Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life Our weekly longform Planet Money newsletterOur weekly Indicator round-up newsletterFollow: InstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookThis episode was hosted by Erika Beras and Emma Peaslee. It was produced by Emma Peaslee with help from Sam Yellowhorse Kesler and James Sneed. It was edited by Marianne McCune and fact-checked by Charlotte Isidore. It was engineered by Jimmy Keeley with help from Cena Loffredo. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money’s executive producer.
EAST TEXAS POLITICS: Railroad commissioner, ag commissioner candidate clash on data centers
Texas Railroad Commissioner Wayne Christian, a Republican, and Democratic nominee for Texas Agriculture Commissioner Clayton Tucker, who hold opposing views on data centers, talked with Blake Holland for this week’s edition of East Texas Politics on East Texas Now. .
Moment of Science: Music and Color
Dr. Stefan Wienzierl at TU Berlin studies how the architecture of a classroom or concert hall can impact the quality of music or speech.
Sturgeon City unveils ‘STEAM on the Go’ mobile science bus
Sturgeon City unveils ‘STEAM on the Go’ mobile science bus
Are You Falling Into These 5 AI Traps? Here's How Smart Leaders Avoid Them.
Artificial intelligence is making founders fall into the same leadership traps. Here's how to make sure you avoid them.
General manager arrested for stealing over $40,000 from Black Canyon City business
An investigation found that financial records had been deleted, documentation was incomplete and deposits were missing.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT Standup comedian Susan Horne offers preview of upcoming show in Lynchburg
Comedian Susan Horne among the featured performers at upcoming evening of clean comedy in Lynchburg.
Sturgeon City unveils ‘STEAM on the Go’ mobile science bus
The bus is designed to bring hands-on science lessons directly to local schools and community events.
Kroenke Sports & Entertainment deemed most valuable sports empire
The Jones family ($17.6B) and Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment ($16.91B) followed KS&E in the CNBC rankings.
Horry County business evacuated after reported gas leak
A gas leak in Horry County has caused a business to evacuate.
Final Countdown: Save Up to 44% On These Prime Day Smartphone Deals by Samsung, Google, Motorola, and More
Need a new Pixel, Galaxy, or Razr? Hurry and grab your next flagship, foldable, or flip phone for a fraction of the price while these Prime Day smartphone deals last!
Sheriff’s office releases body-cam video after viral arrest at Augusta business
The Richmond County Sheriff’s Office has issued a statement after a video has been circulating social media of a woman’s arrest.
Samsung Will Start Charging For SmartThings API Access
Samsung will start charging for SmartThings API access.
Dartmouth Health reports $63.5M deficit in first quarter
Dartmouth Health is reporting a nearly $63.5 million deficit for the first quarter.
Standout transfer edge rusher reportedly off team at SEC school
Was rated as 4-star transfer after entering portal
University of Tennessee at Martin offers 4 day science camp for rising 6th to 8th graders
The University of Tennessee at Martin still has availability for their Meteorology and Agricultural Camp on June 29 through July 2.
Medicare will soon offer some older Oregonians weight loss drugs for $50 a month. Here’s how it works.
Medicare has long excluded coverage of GLP-1s prescribed solely for weight loss.
MOMENT OF SCIENCE: How music can be interpreted differently
Music is a universal language, although how we perceive it can change from person to person.
Music Legend Axes Shows After Onstage Health Scare
Lionel Richie was hospitalized on the opening night of his tour with Earth, Wind & Fire after feeling dizzy on-stage.
Earthquake shifts political ground for Venezuelan leader Delcy Rodriguez
Venezuela's strongest earthquake in over a century is the biggest challenge to Delcy Rodriguez's leadership but could also allow the interim president to stamp her authority on a fractured government.
Samsung will soon start charging to access its smart home API
Regular users could get caught by Samsung’s new $4.99 monthly charge for individual developers.
NTT DATA | Transforming Data Into Exceptional Fan Experience
We worked with Penske Automotive Group to create a mobile application to amplify the fan experience and make the iconic Indianapolis Motor Speedway a smart venue through NTT Smart Solutions.
Medical breakthroughs collide with the health system
The buzziest advances — like personalized gene therapies or AI-discovered drugs — may not deliver.
The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026: Winners Announced
Wavy, Secret Alchemist, Sarelly, Dr. Diamond’s Metacine, Borntostandout and Suri are the winners of The Business of Beauty Global Awards 2026, honoured on Thursday at the Global Forum in Napa Valley, California.
Smart voices in business react to Apple and Xbox price hikes
After Apple and Microsoft's Xbox raised prices due to a shortage of memory chips, tech observers are not optimistic about future prices.
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Preview: Mike McConathy
Our preview of the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Class concludes with Northwestern State’s legendary basketball coach - Mike McConathy!
54th Water Ski Days brings business to Lake City
Hundreds of people filled the lakeshore for the opening night, which featured food vendors, live entertainment, and more than 200 volunteers, all part of what has become Lake City’s largest annual gathering.
Meeting the dozen new inductees in the 2026 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame class
New inductees for Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame honored at press conference
West Knoxville business closing as Tennessee tightens hemp regulations
The Hemp House in West Knoxville will close by July 2 as Tennessee’s new hemp regulations take effect.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Beauty’s New Future
Tom Hale, Violette Serrat, Dr. Fatima Cody Stanford and more explored what the future of beauty will look like, and who will shape it, in the final session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
‘Turf Tank’ robot elevates Oregon sports fields
The Oregon Youth Soccer Association is taking advantage of some new technology to keep its fields game day ready.
Prosperity Council’s Report Challenges Kotek to Signal That Oregon Is Open for Business
The 15-member panel of business and labor leaders proposed four modest tax code changes, replacing the Climate Protection Program, and some less controversial reforms.
Matt Rhule hosts youth football camp in Omaha through FlexWork Sports
Matt Rhule and four Nebraska football players made the trek to Omaha Thursday.
233-acre Franklin farm could become major youth sports complex
A Nashville Predators-operated ice rink and athletic facility could transform historic Franklin property.
21ALIVE SPORTS DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE: Loyer to the Clippers, TinCaps find second half success
21Alive Sports Director Andy Newman and Weekend Sports Anchor Nia Hinson catch you up on this week’s sports news.
Sephora CEO Guillaume Motte on Creating Demand and Scaling Desire
The beauty retailer’s chief executive spoke at day two of The Business of Beauty Global Forum about the strategies that have led to $5 billion in growth over the past three years.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Inside the Industry
Jane Hertzmark Hudis, Simone Dominici and Vicky Tsai were among the speakers unpacking the most pressing topics for the industry in the second session of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
Palmetto Sports Daily: Hornets star Lamelo Ball traded to Minnesota, Lamont Paris talks NIL negotiations
On the latest episode of Palmetto Sports Daily, the crew discusses the blockbuster trade sending LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves, and SC men’s basketball coach Lamont Paris discusses NIL contracts.
Travelers Championship brings business boost and traffic headaches for Cromwell-area shops
As golfers compete at the Travelers Championship, nearby restaurants and shops in the Cromwell area are seeing the tournament’s impact on business, with some owners welcoming the crowds and others pointing to traffic challenges.
Plaucheville business opens parking lot to Red Cross, polling site after flooding
One week after Avoyelles Parish received nearly 30 inches of rain in less than 12 hours, 2 Sisters’ Salsa is opening its parking lot to help the community recover.
Plaucheville business opens parking lot to Red Cross, polling site after flooding
One week after Avoyelles Parish received nearly 30 inches of rain in less than 12 hours, 2 Sisters’ Salsa is opening its parking lot to help the community recover.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: A pageant finale, concerts, comedy show and New River Day
CONCERTS THIS WEEKEND: Niko Moon plays Friday in Danville and Kathy Mattea performs Sunday in Rocky Mount
Local entrepreneurs, aspiring business owners gain connections, resources at 4th annual expo
Small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs convened in Downtown Memphis to make connections and grow Thursday morning at the 2026 Small Business Expo.
Morningside University breaks ground for new business building
On Thursday, June 25, Morningside University hosted a groundbreaking ceremony for Honeck Freymann Hall, the future home of the Rosen School of business.
Best Prime Day Oura Ring deals: Get a record-low price
The Oura Ring 4 is our pick for the best smart ring on the market, and it's getting an excellent Prime Day deal.
HOMETOWN ENTERTAINMENT: FloydFest 2026 Daydream
Organizers say FloydFest will feature Tedeschi Trucks Band, My Morning Jacket, Stephen Wilson Jr. and Lukas Nelson.
HOMETOWN HEALTH: “My whole body hurt” : Botetourt man gets unusual tick disease
A Botetourt County man is sharing his experience with "Ehrlichiosis"
Americans Are Not Buying White House’s Trump Health Claims
New polling shows what a majority of Americans really think of the explanations about 80-year-old Trump.
Crews on scene of business fire in southwest Cedar Rapids
The fire happened at Tegeler Wrecker & Crane in southwest Cedar Rapids.
Prime Day Smartphone Deals Are Live: Save Up to 44% on Samsung Foldables, Google Pixels, Motorolas, and More
These are the Amazon Prime Day smartphone deals actually worth buying, featuring editor-approved picks from Samsung, Google, Motorola, and more.
19th Hole party zone brings entertainment, drinks, and live music to Wichita Open
The 19th Hole at Crestview Country Club has become one of the tournament’s signature attractions, offering live entertainment, local vendors, cocktails, games and a lively atmosphere throughout the four-day event.
Embodying the Moment: Paloma Elsesser On Beauty, Bodies and Business
The model and muse explained her supermodel origin story and her plans for her next act onstage at The Business of Beauty Global Forum.
Apple has new ‘iRing’ wearable product in the works, says leaker
Leaker Kosutami says an Apple ‘iRing’ is now in development to compete with other health trackers like Oura’s smart ring.
Vermont maps out youth mental health peer support initiative
Vermont is preparing to join the Youth Mental Health Corps, a nationwide initiative aimed at tackling the youth mental health crisis.
Can your smartwatch detect sleep apnea?
No smartwatch can actually diagnose sleep apnea, but some can track certain signs that might indicate you have the condition.
Apolosign Digital Calendar and Portable TV for Family Organization and Home Entertainment
NEW YORK, June 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Apolosign, a smart family display brand serving more than one million households worldwide, today an...
CBS Sports poll claims Browns had the No. 1 offseason in the NFL
The 19 Sports team and OBR’s Fred Greetham reacted to the list on this week’s episode of Off the Leash.
Downtown Raleigh businesses fret over parking deck's future
The Wilmington Street parking deck, located next to Marbles Kids Museum, is used by downtown workers and visitors.
World Cup's economic boost varies among Miami businesses
Some local business owners say they've yet to see sales skyrocket.
Germany's Merck to buy Bio-Techne for $73 per share
Merck KGaA has agreed to acquire biotech firm Bio-Techne Corp for $73 per share in cash, the German science and healthcare firm said in a statement on Thursday.
Hims' obesity drug business may get boost as employers drop coverage
Telehealth provider Hims and Hers Health may get a boost next year from employers dropping coverage of weight-loss drugs like Novo Nordisk's Wegovy and Eli Lilly's Zepbound and Foundayo to rein in costs, investors and analysts say.
⚽ Keep it rolling
Tonight, the U.S. play its final group stage match.
Trump’s Ultimate White House Health Cover-Up Is Exposed: Author
The president’s famous “transparency” has been questioned.
The Business of Beauty Global Forum: Our Place in Culture
Paloma Elsesser, Byunghoon Kim and Emma Dabiri discussed the global cultural shifts transforming today’s beauty standards on the first day of The Business of Beauty Global Forum 2026.
US says China trying to discourage states, businesses from engaging with Taiwan
China has been contacting U.S. states and private firms to discourage engagement with Taiwan and mischaracterising U.S. policy, but links with Taiwan should be expanded, three U.S. government departments said in joint letters.
Newburgh business reopens days after tornado damage
Flea Market Frenzy reopened today, three days after tornado damage in Newburgh
4 charged in Nebraska as part of DOJ national health care fraud takedown
Criminal charges announced today are tied to alleged schemes to defraud Medicare and Medicaid, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nebraska.
The history behind the Marcus Alert System
Marcus-David Peters was a 24-year-old high school biology teacher at Essex High School when he died.
World Cup crowds give downtown businesses a boost
A doughnut for breakfast? Not everyone knew! One Atlanta shop is introducing World Cup visitors to a sweet American tradition while building a future beyond the tournament. 🍩⚽
Greenville sports fans discuss new NCAA eligibility rules for Division I athletes
The new model would eliminate redshirt years and waivers, making eligibility more concrete.
'Stone Crazy' Millwood business owner entices neighbors outdoors with crystal searches
Nowadays, the sole proprietor of Millwood’s Stone Crazy crystal shop is enticing today’s youth to follow in her outdoorsy footsteps— quite literally. Since the pandemic, Jenny Dykes has been leaving crystals from her business along Inland Northwest trails to spur others into exploring public lands.
Vegas Chamber hosts annual business expo, featuring teen ‘Baby Shark Tank’ competition
Vegas Chamber hosts annual business expo, featuring teen ‘Baby Shark Tank’ competition
South Korea arrests Shincheonji church leader for meddling in politics, media report
A South Korean court ordered the arrest of Lee Man-hee, the founder of the Shincheonji Church of Jesus, over allegations he orchestrated an illegal scheme for followers to join a political party, news reports said.
Micron and Qualcomm forecasts ignite $400 billion AI chip stock rally
Shares of chipmakers surged late on Wednesday, adding over $400 billion in market value after strong forecasts from Micron Technology and Qualcomm breathed fresh life into Wall Street's recently waning AI stock rally.
Mamdani's sweep in New York a 'political earthquake' among Democrats
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani scored a massive political victory on Tuesday when his trio of insurgent congressional candidates toppled two incumbents and the establishment favorite in an open seat, results some described as "a political earthquake" for Democrats.
Google Home Speaker vs. the mainstay Nest Mini: Is this a true upgrade?
The Google Home Speaker is now the easiest and most affordable way to get Gemini into your smart home, but...
WATCH: Palmetto Sports Team LIVE at Greenville Drive’s “Game Show Night”
The Palmetto Sports Team gets ready for the Greenville Drive’s “Game Show Night” with a look at the Hot Dog of the Homestand and the help of mascot Reedy Rip’It and Drive host JDew.
Voters should expect party politics in this nonpartisan school board race
Montgomery County residents should brace for a decidedly partisan tone ahead of November’s general election for an at large seat on the school board.
Potential vote could change alcohol rules in Bardstown Road entertainment district
A political effort is underway that could put the liquor status of the Bardstown Road entertainment district on the ballot this fall, a move that could bring major changes to businesses in the area.
Exclusive: Trase raises $107M for health care and defense AI
The company will be in market later this year for a round projected to be in the "hundreds of millions."
White House Melts Down Over Dem’s Attack on Trump’s Health
Steven Cheung hit back with a profane tirade against Rep. Ted Lieu.
Micron forecasts quarterly revenue above estimates
Micron Technology forecast quarterly revenue above Wall Street estimates on Wednesday, signaling that insatiable demand for AI-related infrastructure will continue to drive strong demand for its memory chips.
Scientists seek clues to longevity from three Brazilian sisters over 100
What is the secret to a long life? Three Brazilian sisters with a combined age of 316, who were named by Guinness this month as the oldest living trio of siblings in the world, may help researchers find out.
Dorchester County man charged for operating business without retail license
A Dorchester County man was arrested Wednesday and charged with operating a business without a retail license, according to the South Carolina Department of Revenue.
Burke County business owner Daniel Cates freed from federal prison
Burke County business owner Daniel Blount Cates has been released from federal prison, where he was supposed to spend more than three years.
Rand Paul questions USPS business model as postmaster general seeks reform
Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is questioning the United States Postal Office’s (USPS) business model following the appearance of the agency’s postmaster general before lawmakers.
SouthCoast offering sports physical clinic
Physicals required for all student-athletes in Georgia
South Dakota business bankruptcies down, but closures and farm reorgs up
While post-pandemic Chapter 11 business bankruptcy filings in South Dakota are down, the number of business closures and Chapter 12 filings, common with farmers, have risen.
Black Business Expo 2026 in Pensacola
Looking for meaningful connections, community engagement, and a chance to support local Black businesses? Join us for the Black Business Expo 2026, Sunday, June 28th, from 2 to 6 p.m. in the historic Belmont-DeVilliers District in Pensacola.
Trio behind string of business burglaries caught after chase through Tucker
Police said the suspects threw cash register tills and other stolen items from the vehicle.
Upstate NY youth sports coach accused of sending indecent material to children through Snapchat
The 21-year-old faces six charges after allegedly sending inappropriate content to two minors over several weeks.
Microsoft's quantum computing technology called into question, again
A new critique in the scientific journal Nature is raising fresh questions about Microsoft's claimed quantum computing breakthrough last year, which underpinned the company's announcement this month that it will have a working quantum system by 2029.
Ebola outbreak is still outpacing response, WHO's Tedros says
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda is continuing to outpace response efforts, World Health Organization chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said on Wednesday.
Euclid business employee fatally shoots woman: Police
A male employee fatally shot a woman who came into the business and started an altercation with him, said Euclid police.
Google’s New $100 Speaker Makes a Weak Case for Gemini in the Home
The Google Home Speaker is the first new device of its kind to come from Alphabet Inc. in six years. In that time, Google has reshaped itself as an industry leader in artificial intelligence, with its Gemini platform now ubiquitous across consumer hardware like smartphones and web services like Search, Workspace and YouTube.
Google Home Speaker review: A modest update for the Gemini era
Google's new speaker is a modest update, but the question is whether Gemini is a good smart home assistant.
Several overnight business break-ins reported in Cabarrus County
Break-ins were reported in Concord, Harrisburg and Kannapolis.