The WAN Show My Mac Transition Is Not Going Well - WAN Show February 28, 2025
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Mar 1, 2025 The hosts dive into the latest AMD graphics cards, expressing skepticism about their performance claims while reminiscing about past issues. They share humorous anecdotes about transitioning to MacOS, highlighting usability frustrations and the challenge of connecting external displays. Cybersecurity topics arise with a focus on innovative tools like ThreatLocker. There’s also a lively chat about the release of Command & Conquer source code and its implications for gaming preservation, alongside reflections on the evolving tech landscape and community engagement.
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AMD's Market Opportunity
- Linus hopes AMD's new GPUs will pressure other vendors to offer better prices.
- He believes this could increase AMD's market share and improve developer support.
Sensible Side Buttons
- Basic mouse functionality should work without third-party apps.
- Apple should prioritize building a comfortable mouse if they want users to buy it.
The Case of the Cut-Off Logo
- Linus encountered a bug on macOS where the Apple logo in Safari would get cut off.
- He offered to consult for Apple for free to fix basic UI issues.