Luke Channings and Glenn Brown, virtualization experts, discuss virtualization options for macOS. They recommend UTM and QEMU. The hosts also delve into the frustrations with the patent system, specifically the Masimo patent case. They discuss electric vehicle recommendations, rumors about the next generation Apple Watch band compatibility, and try to recall the names and versions of various macOS releases.
The legal battle between Massimo and Apple highlights the power imbalance between big and small companies and the flaws in the patent system.
Poaching employees and stealing ideas raises ethical concerns and questions about fair competition in the tech industry.
Apple is working on a software workaround and has halted sales of certain Apple Watch models to address the patent infringement claims by Massimo.
The outcome of the legal battle remains uncertain, but it brings attention to the flaws in the patent system and the ethical implications of employee poaching and patent infringement.
NVIDIA and Apple have different definitions of 'cores' in their GPUs, resulting in significant differences in the number of cores between the two.
The rumored improvements to Siri through an LLM may not be available on existing HomePod mini devices due to hardware limitations and potential device-side processing requirements.
Deep dives
Massimo's Case and Mischaracterization
Massimo is not a patent troll. They are a company with real products and patents. The characterization of them as a patent troll is unfair. They are involved in a legal battle with Apple, who they claim poached their employees and stole their ideas. The case highlights the power imbalance between big and small companies, as well as the flaws in the patent system.
Apple's Predatory Behavior
Apple has been accused of behaving in a predatory manner by poaching employees from Massimo and taking their ideas. While this is not illegal, it raises ethical concerns and questions about fair competition. However, it's also important to note that big companies often employ such tactics, and it is part of the competitive landscape.
Software Workaround and Sales Ban
Apple is working on a software workaround to the patent infringement claims by Massimo. They have also halted sales of certain Apple Watch models to avoid further legal complications. The case raises issues about repairability and the impact on customers who own these models.
Uncertain Outcome and Patent System
The outcome of the legal battle between Massimo and Apple remains uncertain. However, the case highlights the flaws in the patent system and the power dynamics between big and small companies. It also draws attention to the ethical implications of poaching employees and utilizing patented ideas.
Different Definitions of Cores
When NVIDIA and Apple refer to cores in their GPUs, they mean different things. NVIDIA defines cores as smaller and simpler units, while Apple's cores are more complex. This leads to a significant difference in the number of cores between NVIDIA and Apple GPUs.
Compatibility of New Siri Features with HomePod Mini
It is uncertain whether the rumored improvements to Siri through an LLM (Large Language Model) will come to existing HomePod mini devices. The hardware limitations of the HomePod mini and the potential need for device-side processing could mean that the improvements will be exclusive to future releases or newer HomePod models.
Likelihood of Server-Side Inference for Siri
It is unlikely that Apple will rely solely on server-side inference for Siri, given their preference for device-side processing and the limitations of the current HomePod hardware. Apple's emphasis on AI processing on-device and their commitment to privacy also suggest that any updates to Siri will likely leverage the power of Apple's devices rather than relying solely on server-side processing.
Getting stuck in the sand
The speaker recounts their experience of getting stuck in the sand while driving and the challenges they faced trying to get out.
The limitations of the Rivian
The speaker discusses the limitations they encountered with the Rivian while trying to get unstuck, including the lack of a crawl mode in the sand and the inability to easily raise or lower the suspension.
Seeking help and relying on others
The speaker talks about the decision to seek help from a passerby and the realization that sometimes asking for assistance is necessary and more efficient.
Lessons learned and future plans
The speaker reflects on the experience and shares their commitment to being prepared and equipped to help others in similar situations in the future.
