Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast OpenAI is making a social network?
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Apr 18, 2025 A whimsical look at the latest tech trends kicks off with the highly anticipated Beats USB-C cable. Delve into Meta's legal troubles as it faces an antitrust lawsuit while pondering OpenAI's plans for a social media network. Lively discussions include the quirks of charging cables and a playful trivia game on Beats marketing. The hosts also explore the implications of AI in social platforms and wrap up with hilarious anecdotes about tech frustrations and speculative pricing on upcoming gaming consoles.
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Beats' New USB-C Cable Launch
- The new Beats USB-C cables offer 60 watts charging at $19 each from various retail spots.
- Despite high cost, they're convenient and available especially at places like airport kiosks.
iPhone Tariff Exemption Insight
- iPhones may now be exempt from certain tariffs despite ongoing trade tensions.
- This exemption could prevent dramatic cost increases for new iPhones this year.
Meta's Anti-Competitive Acquisitions
- Meta's acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were motivated by a desire to neutralize competition.
- Mark Zuckerberg's emails reveal the preference to buy rather than compete, a key antitrust focus.