Marques Brownlee says ‘I hear you’ after fans criticize his new wallpaper app

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Marques Brownlee says ‘I hear you’ after fans criticize his new wallpaper app
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Marques Brownlee, known as MKBHD, faced backlash over his new wallpaper app, Panels, due to its high subscription cost ($49.99/year) and concerns over excessive data permissions.

Brownlee acknowledged user feedback, promising to adjust ad frequency for free users and address privacy concerns, clarifying that the app's data disclosures were broader than intended.

The app, which offers curated wallpapers and shares profits with artists, aims to improve over time, despite criticisms of its design and monetization approach.

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Here’s his wallpaper: MKBSD

Calling them underwhelming is an overstatement. I can find at least 50 better ways to burn my money.