Scott Johnson shares his hands-on impression of Apple's iPad Pro M4. The podcast discusses X's privacy move for likes, Wacom's blockchain artist protection, and YouTube's new features. They cover iPad Pro M4 features, disk-based games installations, and iOS 18 call transcription. Exciting updates on the Core Podcast and gaming industry developments are also highlighted.
Twitter (X) hides likes to protect user privacy and prevent backlash.
Wacom UFI leverages blockchain to authenticate artists' works and manage copyright terms efficiently.
Deep dives
Social Media Privacy Changes
X, formerly known as Twitter, announces that likes on their platform will no longer be publicly visible. CEO Elon Musk cites this change as a measure to protect users from potential backlash for their interests. Initially introduced as a feature for premium subscribers, the alteration aims to address privacy concerns and social pressures related to post engagements.
Blockchain for Art Authentication
Wacom introduces Wacom UFI in collaboration with Adobe, leveraging blockchain technology to authenticate and protect artists' works. The service allows artists to claim ownership and control image usage through a blockchain record. By adding micromarks to images and utilizing license builder tools, artists can manage and enforce copyright terms efficiently.
iPad Pro M4 Performance
Apple's release of the iPad Pro M4 impresses users with enhanced performance and power efficiency. The device features the Ultra Retina XDR display along with a neural engine delivering significant improvements in processing power. Initial feedback highlights faster app performance, reduced latency, and improved battery life on the latest iPad model.
Reasons Behind Storage Discrepancy
Microsoft's Xbox storage disparity between the disk and diskless versions generates curiosity among users. While both versions maintain consistent storage needs, the disk-equipped model offers double the storage capacity. Speculation suggests the differentiation may serve as a perceived premium feature or aims to promote the sale of expansion options for additional storage.
X announced it’s making who likes which posts private so users can “like posts without getting attacked for doing so”. Plus Adobe is beta testing Wacom’s Yuify service, which allows artists to record ownership of their work on a blockchain. And Scott gives us a hands-on impression of Apple’s iPad Pro M4.
Starring Tom Merritt, Sarah Lane, Scott Johnson, Roger Chang, Joe.