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WTF Happened in 2025 - Waveform Rewind
Duration: 01:37:24
December 19, 2025
- Google's AI video generation model, Vo, has been released, demonstrating impressive capabilities that some believe surpass existing models like Sora in handling physics and object permanence.
- Allege renders of the Nintendo Switch 2 suggest a larger device with an additional USB-C port on top and a new button on the Joy-Con.
- Discussions around the fediverse highlighted issues with Blue Sky's domain verification strategy and the launch of a new foundation aimed at bridging various social media protocols.

The Phone of the Year is...
Duration: 01:55:13
December 12, 2025
- The Galaxy S9 is considered the top smartphone of 2018 due to its high specs, excellent screen, and unique design choices.
- Despite its initial price, the S9 and S9 Plus have become incredibly good value as their prices have significantly dropped throughout the year.
- The S9 is recommended as a superior alternative to other, more expensive phones released later in 2018, offering comparable performance and features at a much lower cost.

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is here fr fr on God
Duration: 01:58:20
December 5, 2025
- Google is experimenting with AI-generated four-word headlines for articles displayed in the Discover feed, which has resulted in some misleading and bizarre summaries.
- Samsung has announced the Galaxy Z Trifold, a new foldable phone that unfolds into a 10-inch tablet with a unique tri-fold design.
- Android is rolling out a significant update with numerous new platform-wide features, including enhanced scam detection for "Circle to Search" and improved notification management.

AirDrop Finally Comes to Android
Duration: 01:27:05
November 28, 2025
- Google has integrated Quick Share with AirDrop, enabling file transfers between Android and iOS.
- This new feature is currently limited to Google Pixel 10 devices but will be rolled out to more Android phones soon.
- The integration aims to bridge the gap between different mobile ecosystems for enhanced file-sharing capabilities.

Do You Ever Feel Guilty About Bad Reviews?
Duration: 01:16:20
November 25, 2025
- The conversation explores the shifting landscape of tech reviews, discussing how creators like MKBHD maintain relevance amidst a younger audience and the increasing saturation of content.
- The discussion delves into the complexities of being a "maker" and a reviewer simultaneously, highlighting how having a product-building perspective influences coverage and the challenges of balancing creator roles.
- The podcast touches upon the evolving nature of the creator economy, touching on issues like AI-generated content, the impact of short-form video, and the ethical considerations of sponsored content and reviews.

The Steam Machine Takes on PS5 and Xbox
Duration: 01:24:58
November 21, 2025
- The recent controversy surrounding Valve's Steam Machine highlights a persistent confusion between PCs and consoles, with many online commentators struggling to define the terms.
- Instead of console wars, the gaming landscape is shifting towards platform wars, where the accessibility of games across various devices and operating systems is becoming paramount.
- The introduction of form-factor PCs like the Steam Machine could incentivize Microsoft to improve Windows as a gaming platform by fostering competition.

This Could Be the Best Smartphone But…
Duration: 01:40:19
November 14, 2025
- The Nothing Phone is positioning itself as a stylish, innovative device with a unique transparent design and LED lights, but will likely make sacrifices in performance compared to spec-focused competitors.
- The Xiaomi 12S Ultra stands out with its "cyclops eye" camera design and highly capable camera system, producing impressive photos with excellent dynamic range, fine detail, and fast shutter speeds, despite some quirks and a questionable fake leather back.
- GM's Hummer EV production is currently very slow, making only about 12 vehicles per day, which would take over 17 years to fulfill the current waitlist, contrasting with the faster ramp-up seen by Rivian and Ford.

Is This Humanoid Robot Worth $20,000?
Duration: 01:49:19
October 31, 2025
- The NEO humanoid robot boasts impressive AI capabilities, including 270 tera operations per second from its Nvidia Jetson Thor system and advanced vision processing.
- Its design prioritizes user safety with a special polymer that prevents pinching, 75 degrees of freedom, and a quiet operation at only 22 decibels.
- The robot's cost-effectiveness is highlighted, with a monthly subscription of $500 making it significantly cheaper than human labor for service industry tasks.

Why Are Some iPhones Turning Pink?
Duration: 01:32:28
October 24, 2025
- The iPhone 17 Pro's orange color option has been reported to discolor to pink when exposed to sunlight.
- One user successfully had their iPhone replaced due to the color change, but was not allowed to select a different color for the replacement.
- This color degradation issue appears to be a significant, yet under-discussed, problem for the iPhone 17 Pro.

Goodbye Windows 10, Hello Apple M5 Chip!
Duration: 01:18:33
October 17, 2025
- The podcast discusses YouTube's new collaboration feature and the mixed reactions creators and audiences have had to its implementation, particularly regarding how content appears in subscriber feeds.
- The hosts delve into the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, praising its impressive hardware and unique features like a screen on the back, while also noting its strong resemblance to the iPhone's design and software.
- Apple's recent announcement of the M3 chip and new devices, including the iPad Pro, MacBook Pro, and Vision Pro, is covered, with particular focus on the advancements in AI processing and performance.
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