Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast Is the Vision Pro Worth it Now?
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Apr 5, 2024 The hosts kick things off with hilarious April Fool's pranks, featuring a wild CGI Tesla bot. They dive into Apple's ambitious plans to dominate podcasting and the introduction of RCS messaging for iPhone. The latest updates on the Vision Pro headset spark a debate on virtual avatars. Also on the table is the Xiaomi SU7, an eye-catching electric car making waves in China. Finally, they tackle the quirky world of tech trivia and reminisce about Google’s past products, keeping the mood light and engaging.
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Tesla Bot April Fool's Prank
- MKBHD's team created a realistic April Fool's Day video featuring Tesla Bots.
- Viewers were fooled even days later, highlighting the video's realism and YouTube's unclear upload dates.
Discord's Accidental YouTube Record
- Discord accidentally created the fastest-growing YouTube video by embedding a looped announcement in their app.
- The video garnered 221 million views in 24 hours due to the unintentional looping and broad user base.
Apple Podcasts and Platform Lock-in
- Apple is promoting podcasts using their subscription feature in their browse section, raising concerns about platform lock-in.
- This strategy incentivizes creators to prioritize Apple Podcasts, potentially limiting listener choice and stifling RSS's open nature.