More or Less #70: Is Apple’s Vision Out of Focus?
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Oct 25, 2024 This discussion dives into Apple's shocking sales slump of the Vision Pro, revealing a drop from a projected three million to just 450,000 units. The hosts compare Apple's AR strategies with Meta's, while also exploring the intricate relationship between AI, mental health, and societal impacts. They touch on the evolving role of journalism in tech reporting and the pressing need for accuracy in a misinformed world. Light-hearted anecdotes about life, cars, and celebrity encounters add humor to the insightful analysis.
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Sam's Miata
- Sam Lessin bought a cherry-red Miata, leading to many DMs and a renewed appreciation for the car.
- He considers it more fun than the ubiquitous Porsches in his area.
Bridge Acquisition Reporting
- Jessica Lessin's reporting on Stripe's acquisition of Bridge sparked controversy over investor listing order.
- This highlighted the heightened anxiety among VCs in the current market.
VC Competition
- The dearth of exits in the current market intensifies competition among VCs.
- This leads to increased sensitivity about public recognition of their investments.