Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast Pixel Peeping all the new Pixels!
Aug 16, 2024
The latest Google event unveiled the Pixel 9 phones, along with new Pixel Buds and a watch. The hosts discuss unique designs and AI features, highlighting how these devices stack up against competitors. They explore innovative photography capabilities like the 'Add Me' feature, sparking debates on authenticity in photo editing. Trade-in values and advancements in wearable tech get some airtime, as well as humorous personal anecdotes, making for an engaging mix of tech insights and light-hearted banter.
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Podcast Intros
- Marques reminisces about creative podcast introductions, like materializing from a holodeck.
- He jokes about the time commitment involved, saying three hours was "still too much time".
Hardware Impressions
- Marques expresses initial optimism about the Pixel phones' hardware, similar to his feeling about the Pixel 6.
- However, he acknowledges the Pixel 6's eventual shortcomings, highlighting a sense of cautious optimism.
AI-Centric Event
- Google's Pixel event prioritized AI advancements over the phones themselves.
- This approach, aimed at shareholders and AI enthusiasts, contrasts with other phone launches.
