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70: CORTEK - WWDC 2018

Jun 11, 2018
Grey dives into the excitement of electric scooters and their impact on urban life, while Myke shares highlights from a successful live show. The duo discusses the grandeur of Apple Park and compares the vibes of tech campuses. They explore Siri Shortcuts, envisioning practical automations that enhance daily workflows. Insightful thoughts on Screen Time metrics spark a conversation about managing device usage. Plus, Myke's enthusiasm for Memoji customization adds a fun twist to their tech discussions!
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ANECDOTE

Scooters Spark Joy And Concern

  • Myke and Grey discovered electric scooters scattered around San Jose and nearby cities and tried them out during WWDC.
  • They found scooters fun, immediately useful for short trips, but also a public-nuisance and safety concern.
INSIGHT

Scooters Expand City Reach

  • Scooters solve short-distance transit gaps like a 15-minute walk turned into a 4-minute ride.
  • Their convenience forces cities to consider new infrastructure like protected bike lanes.
ANECDOTE

Seeing Apple Park Up Close

  • Grey and Myke visited the Apple Park visitor center and observed the massive ring building from the roof deck and store.
  • They noted how scale tricks the eye, making the enormous structure feel both huge and oddly flattened.
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