Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

The End of Google Bard as We Know It!

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Feb 9, 2024
This week, the hosts dive into the rebranding of Google Bard and discuss the quirky features of YouTube's new thumbnail color sorting. They tackle the philosophical question of what defines a photo, thanks to insights from a Samsung exec, and reflect on tech's impact on authenticity. The conversation shifts to the exciting Rivian R2 electric vehicle and the unique design of the Tesla Cybertruck, peppered with anecdotes and trivia. A playful trivia segment adds to the camaraderie, making for an entertaining tech discussion!
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ADVICE

YouTube Thumbnail Strategy

  • Prioritize thumbnails with high average watch time, not just click-through rates.
  • A low click-through rate but high watch time suggests dedicated viewership.
ANECDOTE

YouTube's Watch Time Focus

  • Marques explains YouTube's rationale behind prioritizing watch time.
  • Click-baity thumbnails lead to higher click-through rates but lower watch times, which YouTube discourages.
INSIGHT

Google Rebrands Bard to Gemini

  • Google rebranded Bard, its AI chatbot, to Gemini.
  • Gemini has a dedicated mobile app and advanced features powered by Gemini Ultra 1.0.
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