OpenAI is making a social network?
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
2025/04/18
OpenAI is making a social network?
OpenAI is making a social network?
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
2025/04/18
In this episode, Marques, Andrew, and David delve into the tech world's latest developments, starting with the release of Beats USB-C cables in 2025. They explore various tech-related topics, including tariffs on iPhones, Meta's antitrust battle, and OpenAI's potential foray into social media. The discussion also touches on hypothetical scenarios and creative tech ideas before concluding with a trivia session.
The hosts dissected the new Beats USB-C cables' features and implications, alongside tariff impacts on iPhone prices. They discussed China's role in tech production and speculated on upcoming products like the Switch 2. A segment focused on cost recovery from product errors and evolving social media fact-checking systems. Meta's antitrust case was analyzed, questioning its monopolistic practices, while NBA MVP contenders were praised. The conversation shifted to OpenAI possibly entering the social media space, raising concerns about AI-generated content authenticity. Hypothetical tech rankings explored carpooling Google Maps and cranking YouTube machines. Creative tech pranks and ideas were brainstormed, culminating in a trivia session engaging listeners with tech knowledge.
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Recycling old cables is encouraged to reduce electronic waste.
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OnePlus Watch 3 price increased after misprint issue
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Discussing options to recuperate cost for watches with a typo.
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Meta is accused of anti-competitive behavior for acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp.
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OpenAI is reportedly creating an X-like social media network focused on ChatGPT.
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Carpooling could significantly reduce carbon emissions but faces practical hurdles.
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iMessage restricted to one-syllable messages proposed as an April Fools' prank
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Trivia question reveals 1010 as the oldest social media platform from September 2022.
