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This Will Keep Happening. In a recent episode titled "This Will Keep Happening," featured during the 2023 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Linus and his team dive into the current landscape of tech news, particularly the state of GPU demand and developments in the consumer electronics market. The video starts off humorously, with Linus pointing out the challenges of filming in Las Vegas, describing it as "underwater" due to the overwhelming environment. However, the crux of the discussion revolves around a stark drop in desktop GPU demand, which hit a 20-year low in 2022, as revealed by John Petty Research. This trend has left major chip manufacturers like AMD and Nvidia perplexed, especially as they continue to release powerful but costly graphics cards. Nvidia recently attempted to address budget concerns by launching the RTX 3050, focusing on its lower thermal design power (TDP) to help gamers save on their electricity bills. Meanwhile, the anticipation builds as India and the EU move toward a mandate requiring USB-C ports for electronic devices by 2025, aiming to reduce e-waste and standardize charging solutions, a move that could spell trouble for Apple and its proprietary charging methods. The CES coverage includes exciting announcements from various tech giants. Samsung showcased new monitor technologies, including an 8K ultra-wide model, while LG revealed brighter TVs for 2023. However, Linus humorously critiques the mundane nature of these announcements, longing for the quirky innovations that typically characterize CES, such as smart robot toilets. Additional rapid updates from CES highlight leaks regarding Nvidia's upcoming graphics cards and advancements from Chinese companies like Oppo and Huawei in developing in-house chipsets, potentially reducing reliance on foreign suppliers. The episode also touches on Netflix's new ads in their lower-tier subscription model and the challenges they're facing in monetizing this approach, sparking debates about revenue-sharing with content creators. Furthermore, Linus discusses Netflix's struggles with ad-supported subscriptions, suggesting that perhaps it's time for creators like Adam Sandler to pivot to platforms like YouTube. With captivating insights and a healthy dose of sarcasm, this episode captures the exciting yet uncertain world of technology and consumer electronics today.

Discussion Points:​

• What do you think about the decline in GPU demand? Is it a temporary phase or a reflection of gamers' evolving needs?
• With USB-C mandates coming into play, how do you feel about Apple's potential adaptations?
• Are you excited about the innovations showcased at CES this year? What are you hoping to see?

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