Tech News Weekly (Audio) TNW 382: Anticipating Samsung's Home Robot - Waymo, Digg.com, Apple's Siri
Apr 10, 2025
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy, a smart home device reviewer at The Verge, dives into Samsung's long-awaited Ballie robot, set for release this summer. Amanda Silberling from TechCrunch shares a hilarious story about a Waymo robotaxi getting stuck in a Chick-fil-A drive-through, showcasing the quirks of self-driving tech. They also discuss the revival of Digg.com and lament Apple's struggles with Siri's AI makeover, shedding light on the challenges of tech upgrades and user expectations.
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Waymo Drive-Thru Fiasco
- A Waymo robotaxi got stuck in a Chick-fil-A drive-thru in Santa Monica, causing a 30-minute traffic jam.
- This occurred at 9:30 pm, raising questions about Waymo's programming and drive-thru navigation.
Mikah's Drive-Thru Trauma
- Mikah Sargent shared a personal story of getting stuck in a Wendy's drive-thru at age 15.
- Overwhelmed by anxiety, he abandoned the driver's seat, requiring his mom to take over.
Frosty Parking Lessons
- Amanda Silberling's dad used Wendy's Frosties as parking incentives during her driving lessons.
- He jokingly judges parking skills to this day, saying badly parked cars "don't get a Frosty."