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Commercializing Space and Tech Critiques

This chapter contrasts private spaceflight presentations, especially by Virgin Galactic, with traditional approaches from NASA and SpaceX, highlighting the risks of commercialization and sensationalism in space travel. It also critiques the emerging mobile technology, focusing on the Samsung Z Fold 3 and Z Flip series, along with the controversial Freedom Phone, examining their marketing claims and functionality. Through humor and skepticism, the discussion addresses broader concerns about consumer exploitation in both the space and technology industries.

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