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A tech podcast for the gadget lovers and tech heads among us from the mind of Marques Brownlee, better known as MKBHD. MKBHD has made a name for himself on YouTube reviewing everything from the newest smartphones to cameras to electric cars. Pulling from over 10 years of experience covering the tech industry, MKBHD and co-hosts Andrew Manganelli and David Imel will keep you informed and entertained as they take a deep dive into the latest and greatest in tech and what deserves your hard earned cash. New episodes every week. Waveform is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network. We wanna make the podcast even better, help us learn how we can: https://bit.ly/2EcYbu4
Apple has released the AirPods 5, featuring improved Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and a new volume control on the stems for the higher-end model. The base model starts at $129 with ANC and a non-wireless charging case, while a $149 version includes a wireless charging case and the volume control.
The latest Apple event also introduced new Apple Watch models. While specific details weren't elaborated on in this segment, the hosts indicated that the watches were among the announcements discussed.
Apple revealed the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max, alongside a new folding iPhone called the Duo. Notably, no new base iPhone 18 models were introduced, with the hosts suggesting these might be released early next year.
The Apple event saw a shift in keynote presentation, with Turnus hosting the majority of the event, taking over from the usual host, Tim Cook. The hosts discussed the change in presentation style and Cook's role.
Before diving into new hardware, Apple used part of the event to re-announce and highlight existing features within iOS 27 and the capabilities of Siri. This served as a reminder for those who may not have been following the beta releases.
Andrew is experiencing a visual bug in the YouTube app where the video player and description are in dark mode, but the recommended videos section is in light mode. He has tried basic troubleshooting steps like restarting the app and phone without success.
The podcast hosts briefly discuss a new Dyson toothbrush, with one host (Marquez) expressing skepticism about its utility. David questions if it was even tested, implying potential issues.
The podcast segment on Google Gemini focuses on its ability to provide detailed information about objects through image recognition. A specific example is given of a child asking about a sculpture, with Gemini offering a breakdown of its history and secrets.
The MKBHD Podcast hosts Marquez, Andrew, and David are back together for what they're calling "gadget season." They preview upcoming tech releases, including the Pixel 11s, Apple's M6 chip, Nothing OS 5, and early renders of the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra.
Andrew discusses a persistent UI issue within the YouTube app on Android, specifically noting problems with padding and spacing. He confirmed that this bug is also present on Pixel devices, affecting the display of video thumbnails and channel names.
Marques discusses issues with Android Auto's integration of Gemini, noting that while Gemini can perform complex tasks like setting recurring reminders, it often fails at simpler requests. He speculates that the system gets confused when the initial phrase is an action word.
The hosts revealed that they skipped the Google Pixel event to travel to Spain to witness a total solar eclipse. They even managed to record a podcast episode during the event.
Marquez reports that LeBron James has joined the Philadelphia 76ers, a move that generated significant buzz and social media attention. He notes that this move is comparable to a chaotic NBA 2K MyCareer roster shuffle.
The podcast mentions Apple's new leasing program for devices. Marquez notes that viewers have already picked up on this news, indicating it's a topic of interest among their audience.
Marquez mentions that Framework laptops will be a topic of discussion on the episode, noting that viewers have already taken notice of this. The hosts plan to share their thoughts on the devices.
The podcast covers Volvo's decision to stop using LiDAR technology in all of their cars. This move by Volvo is noted as a significant development in automotive technology.
A particularly striking robot cleaning service was recently featured on the hosts' Twitter feeds. The unusual appearance of this service is mentioned as a point of discussion for the episode.
The podcast hosts discuss Google's 'search a song' feature, highlighting its effectiveness in identifying songs when users can only hum or mumble lyrics. They note its utility for recalling songs with elusive titles or lyrics.
The hosts reminisce about the early days of song identification apps, comparing Shazam and SoundHound. They recall SoundHound being superior for humming or mumbling, while Shazam was better for radio hits. The conversation touches on how these features are now integrated into smartphones.
The podcast hosts discuss whether younger generations recognize the term 'Shazam' in the context of its original song identification function, suggesting they might associate it more with the superhero movie. They note that 'What's the song?' is a more common query now.