Sharp Tech with Ben Thompson

(Preview) An OpenAI Reminder, Netflix’s Expanding Appetite, Q&A on Remote Work, Taco Bell, and Data Centers in Space

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Dec 19, 2025
Get insights on ChatGPT's new image features and its competitive edge over Google. Explore Netflix's strategic moves into podcasts and the fierce competition for viewer attention. Discover the intriguing concept of data centers in space and what it could mean for the tech landscape. Plus, practical tips for enhancing remote work life and a light-hearted discussion on holiday traditions and fast food preferences. It’s a blend of tech, business, and culture!
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INSIGHT

Product Trumps Raw Model Quality

  • OpenAI's image 1.5 release shows product design matters as much as raw model quality.
  • ChatGPT's UI and discovery features keep mainstream users engaged and prevent migration to rivals.
ADVICE

Design UIs To Educate And Inspire

  • Build products that teach users what's possible and make advanced features discoverable.
  • Design UIs that pull users into creative workflows rather than only serving those with preexisting ideas.
INSIGHT

Inspiration Beats Solo Generation

  • ChatGPT inspired use by guiding users with prompts and maintaining consistency across generated images.
  • That inspiration and continuity increased user engagement compared to rivals that required preexisting ideas.
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