The Vergecast Apple's Intelligence beta and more AI chaos
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Aug 2, 2024 In a lively discussion, hosts unpack the latest iOS 18.1 beta, spotlighting Apple’s new AI features like smarter Siri and call recording. They delve into the unique Olympic viewing experience on TikTok, emphasizing community engagement through humor. The conversation shifts to Pixel 9 rumors and critiques the evolving smartphone landscape, including foldable designs. Additionally, they tackle the ethical concerns surrounding deepfakes and the push for regulation, all while humorously musing over tech's role in modern policing.
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TikTok Olympics
- The US Women's Gymnastics team, after winning gold, discussed making a TikTok video.
- This highlights the shift in Olympic consumption to platforms like TikTok.
Peacock's Olympics Coverage
- NBC's Peacock app provides comprehensive Olympics coverage, including highlights and traditional broadcasts.
- It also offers Multiview and AI-powered highlights with Al Michaels.
AI's Sincerity
- Allison Johnson tested iOS 18.1's email summarization feature, which summarizes promotional emails unnecessarily.
- This reflects AI's struggle to differentiate between crucial and trivial information.