Techmeme Ride Home Thu. 12/19 – 1800CHATGPT
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Dec 19, 2024 Tensions heat up as Apple calls out Meta for being bothersome with interoperability requests. OpenAI has made ChatGPT accessible via phone calls, bringing AI conversations to your fingertips. Apple scrapped its hardware subscription plans due to software glitches and regulatory woes. Meanwhile, Oura's smart ring business is booming, raising $200 million and reaching a valuation of $5.2 billion. There's also a dive into the impressive specs of the PS5 Pro, along with the challenges facing Bengaluru as it evolves into a major tech hub.
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Apple vs. Meta on Interoperability
- Apple and Meta clash over EU's Digital Markets Act interoperability requests.
- Apple claims Meta's requests threaten user privacy, while Meta accuses Apple of anti-competitive behavior.
1-800-CHATGPT
- OpenAI launched 1-800-CHATGPT, offering 15 free minutes monthly.
- Users can talk to ChatGPT via phone or WhatsApp, integrating familiar communication channels.
Apple Cancels Hardware Subscription
- Apple scrapped its iPhone hardware subscription service project.
- The project aimed to make iPhone ownership like an app subscription, but faced setbacks and regulatory concerns.