MKBHD Waveform: 12K Cameras, Note 20 Leaks & Twitter Hacks
12K Cameras and Tech Deep Dives
In this episode, the hosts dive into a wide array of tech topics, starting with the surprise announcement of the Blackmagic URSA Mini Pro 12K. While the 12K resolution is the headline, the discussion highlights the diminishing returns of such high resolutions and the significant impact on storage workflow.
Gadgets and Displays
- Massive Ultrawide Monitors: The discussion covers the Samsung 49-inch G9 ultra-wide monitor, debating its utility for simulators versus traditional gaming.
- Asus ROG Zephyrus Duo: Analysis of the dual-screen laptop design and its quirky keyboard/trackpad layout.
- Giant AirPods: A humorous look at viral oversized Bluetooth speakers.
Smartphone Season
With new devices on the horizon, the conversation turns to the latest industry news:
• OnePlus Nord: Final impressions are shared, focusing on its role as a well-rounded, value-driven package in the mid-range market.
• Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Leaks: A breakdown of the rumored Note 20 and Note 20 Ultra. The potential shift to a plastic back on the base model prompted speculation regarding Samsung's pricing strategy and target market.
• ASUS ROG Phone 3: A thorough review of this gaming-focused device, highlighting its 144Hz display, insane battery life, and the notable omission of a headphone jack.
News and Culture
"We covered an assortment of things from, let's see, smartphone season being right on the horizon, to NBA vloggers in the bubble in Orlando."
- NBA Bubble Vlogs: A recommendation for Matisse Thybulle's YouTube channel, which gives an inside look at the NBA's pandemic-era containment measures.
- Twitter Hack: A detailed recount of the massive 2020 account compromise that targeted high-profile figures like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and Apple to promote a Bitcoin scam.
- Reply All's Long Distance: A retrospective recommendation of the iconic Reply All podcast episodes detailing international phone scams.