The Verge’s annual summer ‘in’ and ‘out’ list
The Verge staff presents their annual curated list of cultural and technological trends deemed 'in' or 'out' for the summer season. This lighthearted editorial feature reflects the collective perspective of the publication's editorial team on current industry shifts.
Why it matters
This list serves as a cultural barometer for the tech industry, highlighting how media outlets influence and define the zeitgeist of digital and consumer trends.
In the AI slop-loaded, algorithm-powered modern reality, trends come and go — and the tech industry is no different. For the last few years, The Verge staff has compiled a selection of things that are IN for summer and OUT for summer — and each time there are some strong feelings. (Here are the last two years’ predictions.) Let’s do it again!
The content is a subjective lifestyle and culture feature that does not address political or economic policy, maintaining a neutral stance on industry trends.
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