The hosts reflect on their favorite moments and guests, discuss online backlash and criticism, explore the potential threat of quantum computers to encryption, and share their gratitude and excitement for the upcoming year.
The advancement of quantum computing and its potential impact on encryption has raised concerns about online security and data protection.
WhatsApp has undergone significant improvements throughout the year, bringing it closer to other messaging apps and enhancing the user experience.
Mistakes happen, and it is important to acknowledge and correct them, as seen in instances where incorrect answers were initially given in trivia questions and later corrected.
Deep dives
YouTube Feather and YouTube Go are both lightweight versions of the site
In an episode of the podcast, it was asked what YouTube Feather and YouTube Go have in common. The correct answer is that they are both lightweight versions of the site. However, Marques initially answered incorrectly, saying that they had the same CEO. The mistake was later realized and it was acknowledged that they are in fact different products that serve the same lightweight purpose.
The advancement of quantum computing and its potential impact on encryption
One topic that was not extensively discussed on the podcast, but is worth mentioning, is the advancement of quantum computing and its potential impact on encryption. Quantum computers are getting more powerful and have the ability to crack current encryption methods that rely on prime factorization. It is an issue that may arise in the future and could have significant implications for online security and data protection.
WhatsApp's improvements and evolving perception
There has been a change in perception towards WhatsApp as the app has undergone significant improvements throughout the year. While there were criticisms in the past, the app has introduced a range of new features that bring it closer to other messaging apps. Although some still have reservations about its use as the go-to messaging platform, it is worth acknowledging the efforts made by the developers to enhance the user experience.
Misconceptions and corrections in trivia questions
Throughout the year, there were a couple of trivia questions that led to misconceptions or mistakes. One example was the question about YouTube's experimental lightweight version, where Mark has initially answered YouTube Go, but later realized that the correct answer was YouTube Feather. Another instance was when Mark has made an incorrect statement regarding the temperature of red giants, stating that they were hotter than normal stars, when in fact they are cooler. These serve as reminders that mistakes do happen, and it's always important to acknowledge and correct them.
Worst product release of the year
The worst product release of the year was the new Apple Pencil, which received significant criticism and disappointment.
Favorite podcast episode
Among the many wonderful podcast episodes this year, some favorites mentioned by the hosts include the interviews with Dr. Mike, Cleo Abram, and Simone Yach. These conversations provided unique insights and perspectives on being creators in their respective fields.
This week, Marques, Andrew, and David look back on some of their favorite moments on Waveform. What is a hot take they wish they could take back? What are some tech predictions they have for 2024? They answer all of those questions and a bunch more! Happy New Year everyone!