Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

Listen as the hosts share savvy Black Friday shopping tips before diving into the exciting news about AirDrop-like features coming to Android. They discuss Google's Nano Banana image generator and its surprising outputs, and delve into troubling revelations from Meta's internal documents. The potential U.S. ban on DJI products sparks debate, while amusing discussions on fluctuating RAM prices and tech hot takes keep the conversation lively. Don't miss the entertaining takes on Apple's Vision Pro and the evolving landscape of AI coding tools!

Tech YouTuber Michael Fisher aka Mr. Mobile takes over Waveform to interview Marques about everything from whether AI creators will take their jobs to why Marques doesn't use foldable phones. Michael Fisher YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheMrMobile Shop the merch: https://shop.mkbhd.com Music provided by Epidemic Sound Social: Waveform Threads: https://www.threads.net/@waveformpodcast Waveform Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/waveformpodcast/?hl=en Hosts: Marques: https://www.threads.net/@mkbhd Michael Fisher: https://www.threads.com/@captain2phones TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@waveformpodcast Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/mkbhd Music by 20syl: https://bit.ly/2S53xlC Waveform is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Explore the unveiling of Valve's new Steam devices, including the Steam Cube's impressive specs and console-like design. Dive into the pros and cons of local versus cloud storage, sparked by a Cloudflare outage that raises questions about reliance on the cloud. Discover Google's Gemini 3 and its ambitious goals, along with their innovative Antigravity IDE for coding. The hosts also engage in playful trivia and wit, making for a lively and insightful discussion on the future of gaming and technology.

The hosts dive into Apple's quirky new knitted iPhone Pocket accessory, weighing its fashion appeal against past collabs. They discuss the OnePlus 15's design and performance, while noting camera improvements and marketing quirks. Marques shares his experience getting interviewed by LeBron James, adding some star power to the chat. They also explore Spotify's fresh weekly Wrapped feature and the disappointment over GTA 6's delay. Wrapping it all up, they engage in a fun game, debating what's overhyped or underhyped in tech.

The conversation kicks off with a hilarious take on Adobe's new features. Next, Affinity's bold move to merge its apps into a free offering sparks debate about Canva's pricing strategies. Teenage Engineering's stylish EP-40 sampler is showcased, alongside discussions about its premium design and pricing. The hosts dissect the ultra-thin Motorola Edge 70, exploring its design trade-offs. Finally, they engage in a lively trivia game, testing their tech knowledge and compete in quirky challenges.

In a Halloween-themed special, the hosts dive into the struggles of the iPhone Air while revealing their skepticism about the Neo humanoid robot and its lofty $20,000 price tag. They discuss Adobe's exciting new AI tools for creators, sharing insights on Photoshop's generative updates. The chaos continues with a blind candy tasting, yielding some of the wackiest and most cursed rankings ever. Prepare for giggles as the crew ranks everything from Dots to Ooze Tube, making for a sweetened yet spooky listen!

This week featured a tech-filled discussion, starting with Samsung's Galaxy XR headset and its competition with Apple's Vision Pro. The hosts explored the curious case of iPhone 17 Pro units turning pink, attributing it possibly to anodization issues. They also delved into the new Liquid Glass tint feature in iOS, tested OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas browser, and reflected on a major AWS outage. Plus, they reviewed a color e-ink photo frame and celebrated SpaceX's milestone of 10,000 satellite launches!

This week, the hosts dive into YouTube's innovative collab feature, offering insights on creator monetization. They showcase the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, discussing its sleek design and iPhone-like features. The new Apple M5 chip takes center stage, highlighting impressive GPU performance and on-device AI enhancements. A partnership between Netflix and Spotify for video podcasts raises strategic questions. And don't miss the jaw-dropping durability test of the Pixel 10 Pro Fold, which leads to explosive reactions!

Adam Mosseri, CEO of Instagram, dives into the evolving landscape of creator monetization and AI in this engaging discussion. He reveals how Instagram balances risks while innovating to stay relevant. The conversation touches on the struggles of sustainable revenue sharing for creators, the rise of AI creators, and why human touch remains crucial. Mosseri discusses exciting new features like algorithm tuning and reflects on Instagram's future direction, adapting to both user needs and the intense competition ahead.

Dive into a chaotic mix of insights as the hosts dissect the new Tesla Model 3 and Model Y standard editions, exploring what features were cut and why. From Instagram's Creator Rings program to a unique electric skateboard design, they keep the energy high. In a quirky segment, they even map Taylor Swift's latest album to tech product metaphors, drawing unexpected parallels. With snappy banter and intriguing tech analysis, this discussion is both entertaining and thought-provoking!