2022 Tech Recap, Blind Camera Test and Keyboards
2022 Tech Predictions Revisited
The team looks back at their 2022 tech predictions to analyze what came true and what missed the mark. Highlights include:
• Electric Vehicles: A significant growth in the sector, with notable mentions of Rivian, Ford, and the Chevrolet Bolt as a sub-$30,000 EV success.
• Apple Silicon Transition: The hosts discuss the ongoing development of the Mac lineup, noting the Mac Studio as the professional-grade desktop solution they were craving, replacing the need for a traditional iMac Pro.
• Collaborations: The show celebrated a year of successful collaborations with figures like JerryRigEverything and Hassan Minhaj.
The Mechanical Keyboard Rabbit Hole
The hosts dive into their growing obsession with mechanical keyboards. Andrew discusses his first custom build, emphasizing the build quality and heft of professional-grade boards, while the team critiques new market entrants, including the FinalMouse keyboard that features an integrated screen.
"I used to be the just regular chiclet style keyboard person... Now I'm at the point where I understand the differences between different switches."
Blind Smartphone Camera Test 2022
The episode presents a deep dive into their massive, scientifically conducted blind smartphone camera test.
Key Findings
• Data Scale: Over 20 million votes were collected using an ELO rating system.
• The Winner: The Pixel 6a emerged as the overall winner, proving its consistency against premium flagships.
• Portrait Excellence: The Pixel 7 Pro dominated in portrait mode.
• Surprise Performance: The Realme 10 Pro Plus performed exceptionally well, earning the title of the best price-to-performance ratio in the test.
• Camera Physics: The analysis reaffirmed that correct exposure beats pure brightness and saturation when users have a choice.