Rode's new PodMic USB also sports an XLR socket

It looks like Rode has started a new design trend in some of their microphone releases. At least, they have with microphones potentially destined for

Rode PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone with Rode DS2 Desktop Microphone Stand - Orms Direct - South Africa

RODE HAS PERFECTED THE USB/XLR MIC!!

RODE PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - GP Pro

RODE PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - GP Pro

RODE PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone - The Camera Exchange

PodMic USB, Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone

Rode PodMic USB Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone

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RODE PodMic USB and XLR Dynamic Broadcast Microphone PODMIC USB

PodMic USB, Versatile Dynamic Broadcast Microphone