Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast Episode 100: Tesla Cybertruck Reactions, 5G vs Planes, and Q&A!
Jan 28, 2022
In this milestone celebration, the hosts reflect on their journey and unbox their YouTube plaques with excitement. They dive into the striking design of the Tesla Cybertruck, critiquing its quirky features and speculating on consumer choices. The conversation shifts to the rapid rollout of 5G technology, examining its implications for air travel and airplane safety. With humor and insights, they also answer audience questions, offering a lively mix of tech commentary and personal anecdotes.
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C-Band: The Goldilocks Band
- C-band 5G offers a balance between range and speed, making it the "Goldilocks" band.
- T-Mobile's early acquisition of mid-band spectrum puts them ahead in 5G speed.
5G Misconceptions
- Low-band 5G, often mistaken for true 5G, mainly reduces 4G network congestion.
- Millimeter-wave 5G, while fast, has extremely limited availability and usability.
5G and Altimeters
- Airlines canceled flights due to concerns about 5G interfering with altimeters.
- Only 60% of planes were certified as 5G-safe, prompting cautionary cancellations.