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Waveform Episode 300: Livestreamed!
Duration: 01:30:29
July 15, 2025
- Waveform podcast is celebrating its 300th episode next week.
- A live stream of episode 300 is scheduled for Tuesday, July 15th at 11:00 a.m. EST.
- Listeners are encouraged to subscribe to the channel for a live celebration.
Unpacking Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2025!
Duration: 01:16:40
July 11, 2025
- The Galaxy S25 series introduces a new era of on-device AI, driven by the Personal Data Engine which prioritizes user privacy and security through on-device processing and Samsung Knox Vault protection.
- Samsung is partnering with Google to integrate Gemini AI further into the Galaxy S25, enabling features like real-time interpretation of what the camera sees and seamless integration with Samsung apps like Calendar and Notes, as well as access to Gemini Advanced for 6 months.
- Samsung is committed to sustainability via Galaxy for the Planet, using recycled materials in devices, creating a circular battery supply chain, and partnering to protect the oceans, as shown through the inclusion of recycled Armor Aluminum and use of Galaxy devices to monitor coral reefs,.
YouTube Needs to Fix This!
Duration: 01:21:49
June 20, 2025
- The speaker emphasizes the outsized impact of even small problems on YouTube due to its massive scale, where 0.1% of users equates to millions of people.
- Comment spam, particularly impersonation scams soliciting money, has become a pervasive issue that negatively impacts the YouTube community experience and warrants more attention.
- The speaker proposes that YouTube should implement a feature allowing creators to ban words from usernames, specifically to combat impersonation, a seemingly straightforward solution to a significant spam problem.
The WWDC 25 Episode!
Duration: 01:39:31
June 13, 2025
- The new naming schemes across Apple's operating systems aim for greater clarity by aligning everything with the release year, 2026.
- Apple is introducing a "liquid glass" universal design across its platforms, representing the biggest iOS update since iOS 7 with playful animations and depth.
- The upcoming phone app will feature built-in call screening and hold assist, providing users with virtual assistant-like capabilities to manage unwanted calls and extended hold times.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is Finally Here!
Duration: 01:26:08
June 6, 2025
- The new Nintendo Switch 2 trailer confirms many leaked details, delivering the improved specs and larger screen that fans anticipated, though the familiarity made the reveal feel somewhat underwhelming.
- A key feature highlighted in the trailer showcased the new Joy-Con controllers, which appear to have enhanced durability and the ability to be used as motion-tracking input devices on a surface.
- The launch of the Switch 2 with a new Mario Kart title is strategically important, as the popular online multiplayer game could drive console sales through community engagement and influencer marketing.
Are AI Browsers the Future with Josh Miller
Duration: 01:06:25
June 2, 2025
- The Browser Company's initial success with Arc stemmed from its focus on consumer experience, aiming to create a browser people genuinely enjoy, unlike the perceived indifference towards Chrome or Safari.
- The company launched DIA to meet users' growing desire to interface with the internet through AI, positioning the browser as a user agent not just for web pages but also for AI models and agents.
- Josh Miller believes the most significant threat is not direct competition from Google, but the possibility that AI chat interfaces could replace browsers altogether, if the company doesn't innovate quickly enough.
Is This Really the Chrome Killer?
Duration: 01:28:10
May 30, 2025
- One UI 7 software updates may be causing wireless charging issues for some Samsung phone users, and the hosts solicit feedback from listeners experiencing the same problem.
- Dyson's new stick vacuum, featuring a remarkably small motor, was unveiled at a keynote event, highlighting the company's innovative approach to product design.
- The Browser Company is developing a new AI-powered browser called DIA, designed to be a user agent for both web pages and AI models, while ARC will remain as a separate product with ongoing maintenance.
Our Studio Pitches Cursed Tech Inventions!
Duration: 01:23:34
May 28, 2025
- The podcast episode features a "Shark Tank" style segment where guests pitch fictional tech products.
- Eric pitches the Gemini Home 3D, a Google Home device with a volutric display and AI integration, which Marquez ultimately "invests" in to pivot it into an ad platform.
- Vin pitches the "Ned Nonstro 8K" camera, a comically modified RED camera, securing a joint investment from all three hosts and highlighting the product's intentional worthlessness.
The Google I/O Episode!
Duration: 01:34:39
May 23, 2025
- Google Translate is expanding to incorporate 24 new languages, including the first indigenous language of the Americas, impacting over 300 million speakers.
- Google is enhancing helpfulness and productivity across its platforms with new features like automated summarization in Google Docs and the AI-powered conversational capabilities of LaMDA 2.
- Google is prioritizing user safety and security by implementing default two-step verification, a safety status indicator, and tools for requesting the removal of personal information from Google Search.
Who Cares About Thin Phones?
Duration: 01:27:16
May 16, 2025
- Google demoing Android features on Samsung phones sparks debate due to Samsung's market dominance and Google's anti-trust concerns.
- Android's Material 3 Expressive introduces subtle yet potentially helpful UI changes, with some questioning whether it marks a significant generational update.
- Whoop faced immediate backlash for changing membership upgrade policies, forcing them to revert to their initial promise of free hardware upgrades.