Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast Who Cares About Thin Phones?
106 snips
May 16, 2025 Dive into the latest tech talk as the hosts dissect Material 3 updates from Android and debate the merit of super-thin phones like the new Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and rumored iPhone 17 Air. They also explore Google's evolving ecosystem and the comedy of switching from iPhone to Android. With a humorous glance at fitness trackers and some nostalgic Apple leaks, the conversation is a whirlwind of innovation, personal anecdotes, and lighthearted banter that keeps you engaged!
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Google Prefers Samsung Demos
- Google often demos new Android features on Samsung phones, not Pixels, despite owning the Pixel line. - This likely aims to emphasize Samsung as the recognizable Android flagship brand and avoid antitrust concerns.
Material 3 Expressive's Intent
- Material 3 Expressive focuses on subtle visual and physics improvements in Android's UI. - These additions improve intuitiveness without massive redesigns, benefiting users less familiar with touch interactions.
Material 3's Accessibility Boost
- Users with touch interaction difficulties benefit from bigger buttons and more obvious UI separations. - Material 3 Expressive offers a 'Senior Citizen Edition' feel by reducing accidental taps.