The integration of Threads into daily life provides a scrolling experience for casual entertainment, but reliance on Twitter for news remains.
Twitter's revenue sharing program for verified users incentivizes creators to engage more, but concerns about content theft and copyright violations arise.
Apple One and Google One subscription plans offer convenience and value by combining multiple services.
Deep dives
Threads and Twitter: A Comparison
Threads, the new social media platform, has been integrated into my daily life. While it is not on my primary home screen, it has made its way out of the app drawer and onto one of my home screens. I find myself opening it for casual, passive entertainment, similar to how I use Instagram. It provides a scrolling experience and the ability to engage with threads and reply to people. However, since it lacks direct messaging, I still rely on Twitter for news and engage with it more frequently. Overall, my social media usage has shifted, with Instagram taking a larger portion and Twitter and Threads sharing the remaining units.
Twitter's Revenue Sharing Program
Twitter has introduced a revenue sharing program for verified users, allowing them to receive a portion of ad revenue generated through ads in their replies. While the details of the program are not clear, some users have reported substantial payments. The program is seen as an incentive for creators to post more on Twitter and engage with the platform. However, the lack of clear guidelines and information about the program has raised concerns about potential content stealing and copyright violations.
The Impact of Revenue Sharing on Threads
The revenue sharing program on Twitter has sparked discussions about the potential impact on Threads, the new social media platform. As creators realize the financial benefits of increased activity, concerns have been raised about the potential for content theft and the focus on posting more for monetary gain. As Threads evolves and adds monetization features, the platform will need to address these concerns and provide clear guidelines to protect original content creators.
Apple One and Google One
Apple One and Google One offer comprehensive subscription plans that include various services such as cloud storage, music streaming, and TV shows. Apple One combines storage, TV Plus, music, and arcade, while Google One provides storage and VPN. These subscription plans provide convenience and value for users who want access to multiple services.
Hyundai's New Design Language
Hyundai and Kia's new design language is underappreciated and deserves more recognition. Their vehicles have been praised for their modern and stylish designs. They have managed to reinvent themselves and change their reputation by producing vehicles that stand out in terms of design and aesthetics.
Grizzly Bear Population
There are approximately 55,000 grizzly bears in the world, making them one of the most widely distributed bear species. This population estimate highlights the significance and conservation status of grizzly bears, emphasizing the need for ongoing efforts to protect these iconic creatures.
Marques and Andrew discuss a grab bag of news this week. First they recap everything they did last week before Andrew decides he wants in on the Cybertruck bet. Then they talk about everything going on with Threads and Twitter before getting into another round of Hype-a-thetically speaking, where they decide whether random tech things are overhyped or underhyped. Of course, we wrap it all up with some trivia. Hope you enjoy!
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Marques golfing at The Open: https://bit.ly/theopenmkbhd