Guest Shannon Morse joins the hosts to discuss AI announcements from Apple and Nothing, Pixel Feature Drop updates, and new tech devices like the Pixel Watch 3 and Light Phone 3. They also talk about Samsung's Multi Control feature and Windows 11's Android file system access, while reflecting on the podcast community's collaborative efforts.
DuckDuckGo emphasizes AI chat for user privacy, uses AI models anonymously.
Pixel feature drop introduces Gemini NAN support, advanced camera features, and device location.
Samsung's Smart Monitors enable multi-control for seamless device connectivity.
Deep dives
DuckDuckGo Introduces Privacy-Enabled AI Chat
DuckDuckGo rolls out AI chat prioritizing user data privacy, allowing access to various AI models while preserving anonymity. Conversations are temporarily stored, metadata removed, and data erased within 30 days. Free version with daily limit available, paid version for advanced models offered.
Google Unveils Pixel Feature Drop
The June Pixel feature drop includes Gemini NAN support for Pixel 8 and 8A, display output support, reverse phone number lookup in Google phone app, speaker labels in voice recorder summaries, and locatable Pixel 8 devices even when off. Manual lens selection, car crash detection on Pixel Watch 2, and AI-enhanced Pixel Camera app enhancements included.
Bombas Donates Socks, Underwear, and T-Shirts to Homeless
Bombas has donated over 100 million items to the homeless, emphasizing easy contributions from purchases. Donations made with each purchase; discount code available. LinkedIn promotes hiring professionals, emphasizing unique candidate access. Acast offers podcast ad targeting for efficient audience reach.
New Samsung Monitors Offer Multi-Control Feature for Seamless Device Switching
Samsung's new monitors, such as the Smart Monitor M8 and Samsung Odyssey OLED G8, feature a multi-control capability that turns your monitor into a wireless KVM. This enables seamless switching between your PC and tablet without the need to switch peripherals. This feature enhances user convenience and productivity by streamlining device connectivity.
Windows 11 to Integrate Access to Android Devices' File Systems in File Explorer
Windows 11 is set to introduce a new functionality that enables users to access Android and Android devices' file systems directly within File Explorer. This integration aims to simplify data transfer and management between Windows devices and Android devices, providing a more seamless user experience for file handling and sharing.
We welcome Shannon Morse back to the show as Jason Howell heads off on vacation, leaving Huyen Tue Dao, Mishaal Rahman and Ron Richards to sort through all this Artificial Intelligence across the entire industry - it's uncanny!
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