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@strangebaaza
Apple’s Vision Pro: the headset of the future?
Using A Phone With The Vision Pro On 😳
AI Key Takeaways
- The VR goggles have a high level of fit, finish, polish, and design that drives positive reactions on the ground.
- The gadget can be used to navigate and operate a phone, while using the pass through technology.
- The Vision Pro has an external screen and face ID technology that can show if a user is paying attention.
- The VR headset has the capability of playing a 4K movie with HDR, and resizing the pixels to any aspect ratios.
- The hardware required for the gadget is a lot to enable these experiences.
- There are challenges that need to be addressed for the implementation of the device's eye-tracking technology.
@strangebaaza
These App Features Are Long Overdue!
WhatsApp finally allows multi devices
AI Key Takeaways
- Users can only log into WhatsApp on one device at a time
- Chats must be backed up or they will disappear
- Backups are not done through WhatsApp but through Google Drive
- All WhatsApp messages must be downloaded onto a new device if not backed up
- Access to WhatsApp on web browser is limited
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@strangebaaza
What's Going On With Threads and Twitter?
Are Widgets Hyped, Underhyped Or Overhyped?
AI Key Takeaways
- Widgets are underhyped, especially on the Apple Watch
- Many iPhone home screens lack widgets, missing out on their usefulness
- Some widgets on phones and iPads are incredible
- Widgets on the Mac are pretty dumb
- Widgets can be both useful and clutter
- Not enough people use widgets
- Widgets can be perfectly hyped if used correctly
@strangebaaza
Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro and WWDC 2023!
iOS 17: iMessage Updates
AI Key Takeaways
- Search filters can now be applied to iMessage allowing users to search specific words without going through all messages.
- Transcribed inline audio messages have been added in iMessage.
- Stickers can now be placed in messages instead of reactions. The placement of stickers can still be an issue, and Android users may not be able to use stickers.
- iMessage functions can now be used by users with Android users in the group chat besides reactions. This addition would not make Android users feel left out in the chat.
- Animated stickers can now be created using live photos, and these stickers can be utilized in multiple apps.
- Check-in feature has been added as a safety feature in iMessage. The feature allows users to inform loved ones about their whereabouts and safety. This feature is helpful for women and parents with young kids.
@strangebaaza
Google AI and foldable phones
Features of Google Pixel 7A: 90Hz screen and wireless charging
AI Key Takeaways
- Google has been adding missing features to the A line with each iteration.
- The seven A has 90 Hertz screen and wireless charging, features previously only available on the full pixel line.
- The seven A is available for $500.
- Allison has had the device for a little while.
@strangebaaza
Googler I/O: Pixel Fold and Google AI
Pixel 7a: A $499 Android Phone and Google creating a lineup of smartphones from $350 -$1800
AI Key Takeaways
- The Pixel 7a is a $499 Android phone with advantages of being a Pixel.
- This phone has a 90 Hertz display, new cameras, and wireless charging.
- It also has the same tensor G2 and 8 gigs of RAM and 128 gigs of storage as the Pixel 7 which is six months old.
- The Pixel 6a was quite good for $449.
- The price of Pixel 7a is $50 more expensive than last year's Pixel 6a.
@strangebaaza
Gadget tips for your next upgrade | Vergecast Hotline
USB C On IPhone 15 Pro: According To The Verge, Switch To USB C Might Be Annoying For A while. I disagree strongly. Thoughts?
AI Key Takeaways
- If you've had a phone for four years, it's a good time to consider upgrading
- Getting a free iPhone 14 can be a good option
- The USB-C transition may take a while
- It's better to wait and let the dust settle on the USB-C transition
- The next phone after iPhone 14 may be better for trying new features
- The iPhone 15 may have unknown amazing features
- Rumors suggest new chip titanium frame and an action button on the Pro
- The USB-C port is the major shift in the new iPhones
- Getting the free iPhone 14 and being happy with it is a good choice
- Consider the compatibility with cables in the rest of the world before upgrading
- Getting a good carrier deal for the 14 Pro is recommended
- Trading in an older iPhone and coasting with it is a viable option
@strangebaaza
The Future of YouTube w/ Rene Ritchie
Rene Ritchie On The Pixel Fold and Foldable in General
AI Key Takeaways
- The speaker purchases Google and Apple phones annually but is unsure about the Samsung foldables
- There is a new Pixel Fold, and the speaker wants to know the listener's opinion
- The speaker and mutual friend Michael Fisher made a video about why Apple should make a foldable
- The speaker believes that human technology history involves folding things, so it is reasonable to have a foldable device from Apple.
@strangebaaza
Big screens, bigger screens, suitcase screens
The Resurgence of Android Tablets: Galaxy Tab S9 Series Is Great! 🔥
AI Key Takeaways
- Android tablets are making a comeback with new competition within the Android space
- Samsung's high-end Android tablets have improved and offer a variety of options for consumers
- Samsung's DeX feature has greatly improved and is now capable and useful
- The Galaxy Tab S9 Plus is too big and not as practical as the other options
- There is debate over the ideal aspect ratio for tablets, with different opinions on 4:3, 16:9, and 3:2 ratios
- Samsung's tablets offer great screens and sound, but may be better suited for entertainment than productivity
@strangebaaza
Apple’s Vision Pro: the headset of the future?
Initial Reactions To Apple's Vision Pro
AI Key Takeaways
- Initial reactions to the Apple VR headset are mixed.
- It's hard to determine if people will want the product in their lives.
- The headset has impressive specs, including high-resolution displays and mixed reality tricks
- The $3,500 price tag is mostly due to the displays and other hardware components.
- The headset is essentially a MacBook on your face, with significantly better capabilities than other VR headsets.
@strangebaaza
Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro and WWDC 2023!
MacOS Sonoma: Video Conferencing Overlay, Safari Web Apps & Safari Profile Switcher
AI Key Takeaways
- Sonoma is the smallest OS update from Apple
- Screen sharing feature now includes semantic segmentation to overlay a small version of the person sharing their screen
- New video feature allows subjects to be cut out of the background in real time
- Safari has new privacy features and profile switcher
- Web apps can now be created from any app and placed on desktop like in Chrome and Windows
@strangebaaza
S2 Ep23: Dan Tried Apple Vision Pro!
Discussion On The Controversial 2 Hour Battery On The Vision Pro.
AI Key Takeaways
- The battery pack is not noticeable while wearing the headset, but can be a bit cumbersome when getting up
- The connection to the headset is not magnetic and requires twisting and unlocking, preventing hot swapping of batteries
- The hefty battery can be charged via USB-C or plugged into a wall for unlimited battery life, but the battery lasts for around two hours
- The headset is not meant to be used on the go and is best for immersive experiences at home
- The immersive experience with the headset was incredible, with no screen door effect or weird sensations
- The tracking started off a bit jittery but eventually caught on and worked well
@strangebaaza
An iPad for Your Face
Apple's Vision Pro is a Consumer Play
AI Key Takeaways
- Apple's push into AR VR is not focused on consumer use, but rather on business and industrial applications.
- AR VR has niche uses in high-risk industries and for pre-visualization in media production.
- Apple's current AR VR headset is a developer play, but may eventually become a consumer product.
- Apple is working on consumer-facing features for their AR VR headset, such as apps for Safari, photos, and fitness.
- The cost of the current AR VR headset is high but expected to decrease significantly over time.
- Apple's AR VR technology may support conferencing and immersive FaceTime in the future.
@strangebaaza
S2 Ep24: Two Weeks With Betas: iOS 17, watchOS 10, and macOS Sonoma!
Stage Manager on the iPadOS 17 Is Finally Good?
AI Key Takeaways
- The speaker is pleased with being able to change time and control wallpapers on iPad like on iPhone for consistency.
- Stage manager improvements are meaningful and make it more usable on iPad, allowing for more control over window sizing and placement.
- Despite being on rails, windows can now be resized in smaller increments, allowing for more customization and multi-tasking.
- Stage manager now feels more like Mac OS, with features such as opening an app in the same stage when command-clicking it.
@strangebaaza
Meta’s Quest 3 revealed and a WWDC preview
Speculating the ideal price point for the 15 inch MacBook Air
AI Key Takeaways
- The M2 air came with quality of life improvements, but only had a modest bump in performance
- The M1 still has impressive battery life and performance
- The 15 inch MacBook Air will have a bigger battery and screen
- Apple could screw up pricing the 15 inch MacBook Air too high
- It needs to be cheaper than the comparable MacBook Pro for people to choose it
- RAM and storage pricing could also affect its success
- Apple's pricing strategy can sometimes lead to consumers spending more than they originally intended
@strangebaaza
Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro and WWDC 2023!
How The M2 Ultra Is Different To The M1 Ultra
AI Key Takeaways
- The Mac Pro has now gotten the Apple Silicon which is just the M2 Ultra and a bunch of PCI slots
- The M2 Ultra is bigger and has better performance than the M1 Ultra
- M2 Ultra's hardware and firmware have been improved to run all resources into one task
- M2 Ultra has an impressive RAM capacity of up to 192GB and a faster GPU and neural engine
@strangebaaza
We Used Apple Vision Pro w/ Brian Tong & Dan Barbera
Thoughts On Vision Pro Spatial Audio And Spatial Video
AI Key Takeaways
- The device has two buttons dedicated to capturing spatial photos and videos
- The 3D immersion of the photos and videos is impressive but the resolution is lower
- The spatial photos and videos have a deliberate square format based on the optics of the headset
- The experience felt intimate and creepy, but also cool
- The hope is that phones will eventually have stereoscopic cameras to take 3D photos and videos without a headset
- The smoke in the spatial video felt real and immersive
- Multitasking was also discussed but not elaborated on
@strangebaaza
Google I/O 2023: Disapixelment
Google Pixel Fold Design Thoughts
AI Key Takeaways
- The speaker suggests that if the side bezels matched the top and bottom ones, the device would be more comfortable to use.
- The speaker mentions that the side bezels are narrower than the top and bottom ones.
- The reflective inner screen is a drawback according to the speaker.
@strangebaaza
Apple’s Vision Pro: the headset of the future?
Verge And MKBHD Team: Features Announced In WWDC That I Care About That No One Else Cares About 😂
AI Key Takeaways
- iMessage update allows Android and iPhone users to still use features
- Stand by mode can detect MagSafe chargers and adjust views accordingly
- Interact with widgets on iPadOS without opening app
- Ability to pin web apps to dock may affect electron apps on Mac
@strangebaaza
Thoughts on Apple Vision Pro and WWDC 2023!
The Worst Part of the iPhone: The Keyboard and Some Keyboard Autocorrect Updates
AI Key Takeaways
- The new Auto Correct feature on iPhone will learn how you text and help pick your next word based on how you usually say strings of words.
- There are sentence level auto-correction and inline typing predictions.
- Developers can now access the beta version without having to pay a fee.
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