Waveform: Will Smith Interview, Pixel 4, and 2020 iPhone

Episode Highlights

This episode of the Waveform podcast covers a busy period in Techtober, featuring a recap of major recent videos, in-depth discussions on new product releases, and future expectations for Apple.

Notable Guests & Content

• Will Smith Interview: Marques and Andrew share their experience interviewing Will Smith, highlighting his professional demeanor and their fun-filled meme review session.
• The Thousand Uploads Project: A deep dive into a "dumb but fun" experimental video where the team uploaded an 8K video to YouTube a thousand times, observing how the file quality eventually reduced to digital "mush."
• Content Recommendations: A look at the Kipchoge Sub-Two Hour Marathon attempt, discussing the high-tech innovations and human constraints involved in this athletic feat.

Google Hardware Event Analysis

• Pixel 4: The hosts express mixed feelings regarding Google's new flagship. While they appreciate the design and matte finish, they criticize the camera configuration—specifically the lack of an ultrawide lens and questionable video capabilities.
• Sensor Tech: The integration of radar sensors for fast Face Unlock and gesture controls is praised for speed, though the team remains skeptical about the gestures' practical utility.
• Other Devices: A brief look at the Nest Mini rebranding, the new Nest Wi-Fi, and the Pixel Buds 2.

The Future of the 2020 iPhone

In a conversation with guests Justine and Jenna Ezerick, the team speculates on the highly anticipated 2020 iPhone, rating features like USB-C, ProMotion displays, and the potential for a no-notch design.

"We had a session where we wanted everyone to turn their phones off... an off-limits experience where we just talked about burnout."

— Justine Ezerick on their Camera Camp experience.