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Do You Ever Feel Guilty About Bad Reviews?

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Tech YouTuber Michael Fisher aka Mr. Mobile takes over Waveform to interview Marques about everything from whether AI creators will take their jobs to why Marques doesn't use foldable phones. Michael Fisher YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@The...

Highlights

In this special episode of Waveform, roles are flipped as tech YouTuber Michael Fisher sits down with Marques Brownlee for a reflective and candid conversation about the past, present, and future of tech content creation. What unfolds is a deep dive into the personal and professional evolution of two influential voices in the tech space.
04:36
The $7000 Hasselblad X2D Mark 2 is a perfect mix of intentionality and cutting-edge features.
23:29
Short-form content should complement, not replace, long-form videos.
30:37
Building products fosters deeper understanding than reviewing alone
45:41
Bad products kill companies, not bad reviews
59:38
Sponsored reviews undermine trust in honest tech reviewers.
1:02:04
Apple used a host's review quote in a keynote without permission or payment
1:06:50
I'll shave my head if Tesla ships a no-steering-wheel, no-pedal robo-taxi for $27,000 or less by the end of 2026
1:11:20
A two-week digital detox with a light phone helped me learn about myself.

Chapters

How has our view of tech changed over a decade?
00:00
What’s the right mix between viral hits and lasting content?
14:19
Can creators find more meaning in making products than reviewing them?
25:47
Why using your review devices every day changes everything
38:19
When does sponsorship cross the line?
55:04
Who really profits from tech reviews—and how?
1:02:04
What if I was wrong about the iPhone’s mute switch?
1:06:50
What happens when you unplug for two weeks—and meet fans in the wild?
1:11:20
What comes next for us—and this podcast?
1:16:06

Transcript

Marques Brownlee: Megan Rapinoe here. This week on A Touch More, the NWSL playoffs are in full swing, with some surprising results. And Paige Beckers is starring in a movie? Okay. We'll break down the best WNBA player performances on screen, as well as Sue...