Let Freedom: Political News, Un-Biased, Lex Fridman, Joe Rogan, CNN, Fox News Elon Musk Says Smartphones Are Dead
Nov 4, 2025
Elon Musk argues that smartphones are on their way out, predicting they will become mere shells for AI agents in the next decade. The conversation dives into how AI will revolutionize content delivery, eliminating traditional app ecosystems. Privacy concerns also surface as they discuss the limitations of XChat’s encryption and potential government access. Musk's perspectives challenge the way we think about technology and personal devices in an AI-driven world.
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Phones Will Become Dumb AI Shells
- Elon Musk predicts phones will become dumb shells that only power AI and serve as screens and microphones.
- He estimates this shift within five to six years but listeners should expect timelines to often be about twice as long.
AI Agents Bypass Platform Gatekeepers
- Replacing app grids with conversational agents removes platform gatekeepers and shifts control to personal AI.
- Users will bypass platform throttling by asking their AI directly for the content they want.
Most Media Will Be AI-Generated
- Musk and Joe Rogan agreed most consumed content will be AI-generated soon, including music and media.
- They highlighted AI music as an example users might prefer exclusively.