Netflix to make money from video games, Uber tests a flexible pricing service in India

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Netflix is considering ways to make money from video games, including via IAPs and ads. - Link

Uber tests a flexible pricing service in India, a move that could expand its consumer base in the South Asian nation. - Link

Samsung debuts ‘Designed for Samsung Gaming Hub’ accessories for the cloud Gaming Hub on its smart TVs, including a new controller from PDP. - Link

Aurora and automotive supplier Continental wrapped up the first phase of a $300M+ project to mass-produce autonomous vehicle hardware for commercial self-driving trucks. - Link

Incase partners with Microsoft to sell PC accessories, which Microsoft stopped making in 2022; products will include ones Microsoft designed but never shipped. - Link

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How to Build Something 100 People Love 

Gmail creator, Paul Buchheit, shares insights into building a product that resonates with users. Recounting the creation of Gmail's first version in just one day, Paul emphasizes an iterative approach, focusing on making users happy. Paul highlights 3 principles:

1. Focus on User Satisfaction and Feedback:

   1. Begin with a basic version of your product and use direct feedback mechanisms to identify what users love and what needs improvement. Prioritize addressing the needs and concerns of users who are not fully satisfied.

2. Cultivate Deep Appeal for a Targeted Audience:

   1. Concentrate on building a product that resonates with a specific group of users. Make this audience love and become passionate about your product.

3. Iterative Improvement and Expansion:

   1. Continuously improve your product based on user feedback, focusing on quality and unique appeal. Gradually expand your product's features and audience, moving from a narrow, intensely satisfied user group to a broader audience, while maintaining high satisfaction levels.

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