The Vergecast Apple’s headset, Humane’s weird demo, and the pretty Prius
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Apr 28, 2023 Andrew Hawkins, a transportation reporter at The Verge, dives into the future of electric vehicles. He discusses Tesla's shift towards volume sales amidst fierce competition from rivals like Ford and Rivian. The conversation explores the impact of subscription-based features in luxury cars and the rising complexity of automotive technology. They also critique the reliability of food tracking tech and share humorous takes on the eccentricities of modern vehicles. Additionally, Hawkins hints at market shifts and evolving consumer expectations in the rapidly changing EV landscape.
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Humane Demo
- Humane's co-founder, Imran Chaudhri, demoed a new AI-powered device at TED.
- Leaked videos showed a projector in his pocket displaying information on his hand.
Demo Concerns
- The Humane demo's authenticity is questionable, resembling a pre-recorded vision.
- Many functionalities seem easily replicable with a smartphone.
Phone Call Demo
- During the demo, a call was projected onto Imran's hand, displaying the caller's name.
- He simply said, "That's my wife," raising questions about the device's actual functionality.