Techmeme Ride Home Fri. 11/22 – An LLM Siri But… Only The Year AFTER Next?
Nov 22, 2024
Will Siri catch up to ChatGPT by 2026? Apple is pushing hard for a more conversational assistant. Threads is rolling out custom feeds to compete with Bluesky, making user experience a priority. Casio's new digital ring watch is turning heads with its innovative features. Plus, discover the latest in AI breakthroughs, including Meta's Llama models, and how they're shaping the future of robotics. Don't miss the Weekend Longreads for extra tech insights!
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Apple's AI Lag
- Apple is significantly behind in AI, needing 18 months to add LLM features to Siri.
- This raises questions about their competitiveness in the rapidly evolving chatbot landscape.
OpenAI's Browser Ambitions
- OpenAI considered creating a browser and explored AI partnerships with Samsung and Conde Nast.
- This move could challenge Google's dominance in browsing, search, and mobile software.
Blue Sky's Rise
- Blue Sky's surge in popularity might be due to users abandoning Threads, not just X.
- Blue Sky's similarity to old Twitter fulfills user desires for breaking news and town square functionalities.