Apple critic’s own gear highlights consumer dilemma
The author watched a video by a developer named Theo, who ranted for an hour about the poor experience of developing apps for Apple devices, including the 30% commission on purchases, the difficulty of using Xcode, and the need for a separate…
» readChatGPT's new GPT-Live voice model enables more natural, real-time conversations
The GPT-Live voice model has been introduced by OpenAI as a significant upgrade to ChatGPT's voice capabilities, featuring a "full-duplex" architecture that allows the AI to listen and speak simultaneously.
» readZoox to Launch Commercial Robotaxi Service Following NHTSA Exemption
Amazon-owned Zoox will begin charging for robotaxi rides starting August 10, following a new exemption from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
» readTaxi and ambulance drivers show lower Alzheimer’s risk linked to constant navigation, study finds
A 2024 study of nearly 9 million U.S. death certificates found that taxi and ambulance drivers had the lowest risk of dying from Alzheimer’s disease among 443 occupations.
» readHarvard historian warns tech companies are replacing democratic government
In her upcoming book "The Rise and Fall of the Artificial State," Harvard historian and New Yorker staff writer Jill Lepore warns that tech companies are increasingly taking over the functions of democratic government.
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