Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast

This week we cover everything that Apple unveiled during their "Spring Loaded" event. From the small announcements like a purple iPhone, new Apple TV 4K, and redesigned Podcasts app, to the bigger hardware announcements like AirTags and the new colorful iMacs, we cover it all. (Spoiler alert: we don't love the new iMac design) To check out Dr. Squatch, go to https://bit.ly/3dTWS4U and use Promo Code: DSCWAVEFORM to get 20% off on orders of $20 or more! Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening, or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WaveformMKBHD If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, or Tweet this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WaveformMKBHD Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli http://twitter.com/durvidimel https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Apple Recap Video: https://bit.ly/3em

Boosted Boards was one of the fastest growing companies of the mid 2010's, but in March 2020, they shut their doors for good. Why? What happened? In this week's episode, we dive deep into the rise and fall of possibly the most famous electric skateboard brand of all time. Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening, or by using this link: http://bit.ly/WaveformMKBHD If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, or Tweet this link to a friend: http://bit.ly/WaveformMKBHD Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli http://twitter.com/durvidimel https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.comMusic by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Other music by 20SYL: https://spoti.fi/3di7n2F Kara Swisher podcast ep: https://spoti.fi/3x1VmXc Sanjay Dastoor: https://twitter.com/sanjaydastoor Casey Neistat: http://twitter.com/casey Sean O'Kane: http://twitter.com/so

This week, we give our final goodbye to LG Mobile, discuss several Pixel rumors and their potential new Google-made SoC, before debating where the EV pickup truck world is headed with a few significant recent announcements. Finally, we wrap everything up with a listener Q & A. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Mr. Mobile LG: https://bit.ly/39WqiOt Google SoC: https://bit.ly/3uzjoqd EV Silverado: https://cnb.cx/3d3o2Hj Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Marques and Andrew quickly rank some of the best and worst April Fools' Day articles and videos on the web, before having a lively debate about whether Clubhouse should be a standalone platform or merely a feature within an existing platform. Finally, they close out the episode with a grab-bag of headlines including the possible elimination of YouTube's dislike button, the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, and WWDC 2021! Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Mac: https://www.instagram.com/picturesofmac/ Razer April Fools: https://bit.ly/3cHKIwD Cyber Mouse and FanFan: https://bit.ly/3sIMUJR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

At long last, we finally stop talking about NFTs and get back to our bread and butter. We start by covering the possible demise of LG's mobile device business, before debating if OnePlus's Hasselblad hype may have hurt its launch of the OnePlus 9 series. Finally, we wrap up the episode with our thoughts on Tesla accepting Bitcoin as payment for their cars. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Drag Times: https://bit.ly/3lP2DV3 Explaining McLaren Situation: https://bit.ly/3cmemr5 LG Possibly Stopping Mobile: https://bit.ly/3sr7XAj Tesla Accepts Bitcoin: https://cnb.cx/39fwSPX Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're ridiculously lucky to have the super-talented Beeple on Waveform this week. In a 45-minute interview, he discusses how he's grown as an artist/creator, what kind of equipment he uses to create his art, and his thoughts on the future of NFTs beyond the current hype train. You definitely don't want to miss this episode! Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Beeple: https://twitter.com/beeple Creative Work Animation: https://bit.ly/3cOePB1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's episode begins with a rapid-fire news segment covering the major headlines in the tech world, followed by a chat about our experience in the world's fastest EV, the Rimac Concept One. Next up is the wonderful world of YouTube analytics, where we focus on the longest video we've ever made, before wrapping it all up with our first attempt at an MKBHD Trivia Showdown. The first edition of this possible mainstay features an intense head-to-head competition between Marques and Andrew. You won't want to miss this one, folks. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Jack Dorsey Tweet NFT: https://bit.ly/3qAtKUp Kia EV6:https://bit.ly/3cn3vM7 Manhattan Motorcars: https://bit.ly/3t2nfeO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's episode is an absolute grab bag of topics so buckle up, folks. We're going to talk a little bit about NBA Top Shot and how to mint an NFT, our recollection of our first experience flying an FPV drone, and a substantial discussion about the pros and cons of Clubhouse and whether or not it will prevail or be stomped out by a competitor. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh NBA TopShot Video: https://bit.ly/3qcs1o1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFTs (non-fungible tokens) have likely been taking over your news feed in the last few weeks, as they certainly have ours. With an almost Gamestop-esque rise recently, we're seeing more and more headlines about digital assets being sold for thousands, if not millions, of dollars. This week, we take a brief moment to go over the fundamentals of NFTs and then chat with Justin Maller, a well-known digital artist and Chief Creative Officer at DeviantArt, to see the other side of the coin and how NFTs could be truly game-changing for digital artists like him. Links: To check out Technology Powers X: https://link.chtbl.com/technologypowersx_app?sid=podcast.waveform https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Justin Maller: http://justinmaller.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas

After a quick, but timely update about Android OS dessert names, Marques and Andrew dive head-first into the weeds surrounding influencer-disclosure for brand promotions. They compare some of their personal experiences to the extremely relaxed rules that television, movies, and traditional media have enjoyed over the years. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Tom Scott Video: https://bit.ly/3udLBU4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we discuss the odd focus issues with the new on-field Super Bowl cameras, the rumors surrounding the Amazon Alexa Command Hub, and a truly crazy four-sided waterfall display Xiaomi smartphone. Then, we discuss the phenomenon of ads on smartphones and how they're rapidly getting worse, as well as a few new Android 12 UI leaks. Finally, we wrap up the show with some news about Audi's new "E-Tron GT" EV and why focusing solely on battery range may be slightly misguided. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://twitter.com/AdamLukas17 https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Alexa Command Hub: https://bloom.bg/3d3VPjL Xiaomi Waterfall Display: https://bit.ly/375M7JW Android 12 UI Rumors: https://bit.ly/3aVLbcr Audi E-Tron GT: https://audi.us/3a9KKvU Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Several people asked about our impressive camera shots in the Galaxy S21 review, so we pull back the curtains on how we created our crazy intro and "floating phone" shot. Then, after we finally got our hands on the folding Huawei Mate Xs, we offer our first impressions live and direct! Lastly, we close out the episode with some sweet, sweet Q & A action reading questions from you, our listeners. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh S21 MKBHD: https://bit.ly/3axEInH Michael Emerick Twitter: https://twitter.com/Mikey_Emerick Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We have a ton of 2021 rumors to catch up on as January comes to a close. In typical Waveform fashion, we read some very faint tech rumors and then wildly elaborate on them. The aforementioned rumors include: Tesla Model S/X refreshes, LG and Huawei smartphone deaths, Macbook Pro's resurrection of some old favorites, and Sony's new $2500 smartphone. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganelli https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Tesla Refresh: https://bit.ly/3t84maY iPhone Mini Sales: https://bit.ly/39r9zD1 LG Phones Halting: https://bit.ly/2NL3usQ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mr. Beast is arguably one of the largest YouTube creators in recent digital history. He literally lives and breathes YouTube and YouTube content strategy. We were lucky enough to spend some time picking his brain about his love of YouTube, the creation of his massively complex videos, and even a few scholarly critiques of our MKBHD tech channel. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Mr. Beast: https://bit.ly/2Kyn8H8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Like a lot of things, CES looks slightly different this year. We take a quick look at some of the tech items making their way into the news from the virtual trade show. Then, we discuss our first virtual smartphone event of 2021, the full Samsung Galaxy S21 line, and the final design of the new S21 itself. Finally, we speak with our special guest Kyle Conner, who was previously featured on last week's episode. He currently holds the EV cross-country cannonball record and tells us how he got into EV's and exactly how he planned for the lengthy trip in the Porsche Taycan. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Kyle Conner: https://twitter.com/Out_of_Spec https://outofspecstudios.com/ https://bit.ly/3bDS4AS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's our first episode of 2021 and the start of our new weekly episode schedule! We kick it off by taking a look at the Porsche Taycan setting a new electric U.S. cannonball cross country race record, previously held by Tesla. We then cover several forthcoming smartphone rumors before moving on to our crystal ball predictions for the 2021 Smartphone Awards. Happy New Year! Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Taycan Record: https://bit.ly/3hTS6pq OnePlus 9 Rumors: https://bit.ly/38mRrJV Samsung S21 Rumors: https://bit.ly/3q0AVFz Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this, our last Waveform episode of 2020, we take a look at the big end-of-year tech stories like DJI potentially being banned in the US, Elon mentioning that he tried to have Tim Cook acquire Tesla years ago, and explanations for our reasoning behind the 2020 Smartphone Awards and who some of the snubs may have been. Lastly, we do our own 2020 Waveform Awards where we celebrate some of our favorite tech and creators of the year. From our Waveform family to you and yours, HAPPY HOLIDAYS! Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Google x Nickelback: https://bit.ly/37JdhXH DJI Entity List: https://bit.ly/3rkTHZX Mark Rober Squirrel: https://bit.ly/37KHc1N Julie Nolke Pandemic: https://bit.ly/3mMbeqm ProzD Let's Try Food: https://bit.ly/2JgRGg5 Dave2d Thumbnail: https://bit.ly/3hbpYhi Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch

In this week's episode, we take a look at so-called "luxury iPhones" to see if they're legit or not. Next, we reminisce about the olden days of simple Instagram and their new toned-down app, Instagram Lite. Lastly, we discuss how insect wings are what folding phone companies should strive to be like (for real), before wrapping up the episode with a debate about the age-old question, "Why are Airpods priced so high?" Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Mark Rober Glitter Bomb: https://bit.ly/3gZv9AP Obama Interview: https://bit.ly/3oZcI1S The Daily Facebook: https://nyti.ms/3gYFz3z Caviar Space Phone: https://bit.ly/3h19hVQ Instagram Lite: https://bit.ly/3p044jI Z Fold Premium Issues: https://bit.ly/3p64LrV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As we prepare to wrap up the longest year in history, 2020, we discuss several of the latest tech news stories: Apple releases their insanely expensive $500 Airpods Max, Samsung might not include a charging brick with the Galaxy S21, and Bloomberg's Mark Gurman joins us again to talk about the potential of future iPhones being portless! Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh https://twitter.com/markgurman Portless iPhone Video: https://bit.ly/2Kdk5n8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode, Andrew pitches his new Mario Kart game mode, Marques gets his hopes up regarding Apple's new M1 chip, and then we go over some Black Friday planning and "rules" to live by. Lastly, we go behind the scenes of our annual blind smartphone camera bracket. Links: https://twitter.com/wvfrm https://twitter.com/mkbhd https://twitter.com/andymanganell https://www.instagram.com/wvfrmpodcast/ shop.mkbhd.com Music by KamrenB: https://spoti.fi/2WRJOFh Why Enthusiast Brands Will Betray You: https://bit.ly/3laLtPr Apple Gun Permits: https://bit.ly/39eOEDF Price Tracker: https://camelcamelcamel.com/ Tracktor Extension: https://bit.ly/3fy5eiS SlickDeals: https://slickdeals.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices