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MKBHD's Top 5 Apps of All Time!

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Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast
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Apr 3, 2026
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Summary

The hosts evaluate the end of the Mac Pro era and discuss Google's new ability to change Gmail usernames. The episode culminates in a personal deep dive into the hosts' all-time favorite mobile and desktop applications.

Topics

  • Mobile Apps
  • Google Gmail
  • Apple Mac Pro
  • Smart Glasses
  • Flighty
  • Carrot Weather
  • Android Leaks
  • Wearable Tech

Highlights

  • Main idea: Google is finally allowing users to update their primary Gmail address to avoid old, 'cringe' usernames
  • Practical takeaway: Use Flighty for real-time flight tracking to stay ahead of delays and rebooking opportunities
  • Failure mode: Avoid relying solely on the YouTube Studio app for metadata editing, as it can truncate long descriptions
  • Main idea: The evolution of smart glasses suggests a future focused on hands-free, first-person video capture
  • Practical takeaway: Carrot Weather remains a top-tier utility due to its intuitive Dark Sky-inspired interface and accurate radar

Chapters

  1. 9:05 Legacy Hardware & AirDrop: A nostalgic look at the limits of AirDrop compatibility with older iPhone models.
  2. 17:20 The Mac Pro & Thunderbolt Speeds: A discussion on hardware performance, PCIe SSD speeds, and the impact of Apple's hardware shifts.
  3. 25:45 Gmail Username Updates: Google announces a long-awaited feature allowing users to change their email addresses.
  4. 33:50 The Future of Smart Glasses: Speculation on the utility and AI integration of upcoming wearable camera technology.
  5. 58:45 Top 5 Apps: Part 1: The hosts reveal their essential utilities, including Flighty, TickTick, and Carrot Weather.
  6. 1:15:15 Top 5 Apps: Part 2: Exploring niche favorites like Discogs and Libby for music and library management.
  7. 1:31:35 Wearables & Activity Trackers: Comparing the utility of Apple Watch, Garmin, and specialized trackers like Whoop.