Primary Technology Sora iPhone Video App is Terrifying, iPhone 17 Selfie Cam, Amazon and Google AI Smart Home
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Oct 2, 2025 Amazon reveals groundbreaking new hardware for 2025, while Google rolls out Gemini for smarter home management. The iPhone 17's selfie camera gets rave reviews with impressive updates. OpenAI's Sora app sparks debate over the ethical implications of AI-generated content. Hosts engage in an intriguing discussion about the impact of endless AI feeds on mental health and creativity. Plus, insights into the latest leaks about Apple's upcoming releases and the evolving landscape of digital content.
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Fundraiser Nearly Doubles Last Year's Total
- Stephen described their St. Jude fundraiser success and thanked donors who helped surpass last year's total.
- He highlighted specific donors and encouraged listeners to still contribute through the campaign link.
Amazon Uses Hardware To Deepen Prime Lock-In
- Amazon positions Alexa Plus and new Echo hardware to lock users further into Prime and its ecosystem.
- The new Echo family adds home-theater features and 4K cameras aimed at extending Amazon's service revenue.
Enable Parental Controls On Echo Dots
- If you buy an Echo Dot for kids, enable parental controls to stop constant upsell prompts.
- Parental controls reduce shopping prompts and make the device behave more like an alarm/clock in kids' rooms.