This Week in Startups Apple's new Mac + Cruise CEO Kyle Vogt, driverless service in SF, the Origin (zero-emission shared vehicle) | E1404
Mar 9, 2022
Kyle Vogt, Co-founder and CEO of Cruise, dives into the world of self-driving technology and autonomous ride-sharing. He discusses the launch of Cruise's driverless service in San Francisco and the innovative zero-emission shared vehicle, the Origin. Kyle shares insights on the future of autonomous vehicles, addressing challenges in safety and adaptation. He highlights the technological advancements needed for smoother rides in various weather conditions and the potential for self-driving cars to significantly reduce traffic fatalities.
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Mac Studio Release
- Apple has finally released a powerful desktop, the Mac Studio, aimed at creatives.
- This addresses long-standing complaints about Apple neglecting its core users.
Unnecessary Big Presentations
- Big presentations are unnecessary for incremental product updates.
- Apple's announcements have become predictable and lack excitement.
Revolutionary Design
- If a product is revolutionary, the design should reflect it, and the Mac Studio's is lackluster.
- The Mac Studio's design is a missed opportunity for Apple.