Hosts discuss a rebranding and introduce a new project. They compare leather phone cases. They explore limitations of a task management app. They talk about the success of a fundraising campaign. Updates on new beta releases. Ringtones return in iOS beta. Google Assistant's new features. Discussion on widgets on Mac OS desktop. Discussion on Stage Manager for iPad vs Mac.
The Google Pixel 8 event showcased new smartphones with high megapixel cameras, on-device AI capabilities, and extended software support.
Controversial AI-assisted photo editing tools were unveiled, raising questions about photo authenticity and the boundaries of editing.
The Pixel 8 Pro features a temperature sensor for measuring object temperature, along with AI-assisted touch-ups and subject movement manipulation in photos and videos.
Deep dives
Google's Pixel 8 Event Highlights AI and Software Features
Google's Pixel 8 event showcased the new Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, which feature the Tensor G3 chip for on-device machine learning and AI tasks. The phones have high megapixel cameras, promising improved photo quality, and come with seven years of software security and feature updates. Notably, the Pixel 8 Pro has a temperature sensor, pending FDA approval, and can measure the temperature of objects. Google also unveiled AI-assisted photo and video editing tools, including the Magic Editor and Magic Eraser. These tools allow for touch-ups, object removal, and subject movement manipulation in photos and videos.
Controversial Photo Editing Features Introduced in Google's Pixel 8 Event
Google's Pixel 8 event introduced controversial photo editing features that use AI and machine learning. These features, such as the Magic Editor and Magic Eraser, allow users to manipulate and alter images by removing objects or changing subjects. While these tools offer creative possibilities, they raise questions about the boundaries of photo editing and the authenticity of capturing moments. The event also showcased on-device AI capabilities, high megapixel cameras, and extended software support for Pixel devices.
New Hardware and Software Features Revealed in Google's Pixel 8 Event
Google's Pixel 8 event unveiled the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones, featuring the Tensor G3 chip for enhanced on-device machine learning and AI tasks. The phones come with high megapixel cameras, promising improved photo quality, and offer seven years of software security and feature updates. Notably, the Pixel 8 Pro includes a temperature sensor, requiring FDA approval, which can measure the temperature of objects. The event also introduced AI-assisted photo and video editing tools, enabling touch-ups, object removal, and subject movement manipulation. These new hardware and software features aim to provide users with advanced capabilities for capturing and editing photos and videos.
Fitbot: Personalized Fitness Plans
Fitbot is an easy and affordable way to build a fitness plan customized to suit your goals, training ability, and equipment. With a collection of over 1400 HD video tutorials and integrated tracking features, Fitbot offers a well-balanced workout routine tailored to your unique needs.
St. Jude Imagine Academy: Education for Patients
St. Jude Imagine Academy is a school within St. Jude Hospital that provides education to patients ranging from preschool to 12th grade. The academy ensures that patients can keep up with their schoolwork while undergoing treatment, and offers a flexible curriculum that can be adjusted based on the individual needs and treatment progress of each patient.
Stephen puts his Mac collection on the line for the kids, Myke has things to say about tvOS 17 and Federico asks the guys which Apple executive they would like to take over for... via an unusual method.
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