Big Technology Podcast Apple’s Siri Embarrassment, Microsoft’s OpenAI Dilemma, Will AI Take Our Jobs?
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Mar 7, 2025 
Ranjan Roy, a contributor to Margins focused on tech and AI, joins to discuss the downfall of Apple's Siri, questioning if it should be replaced by ChatGPT. They dive into the competitive race with Amazon and the implications of Apple's market troubles. The conversation shifts to Microsoft's evolving partnership with OpenAI, exploring the tensions and future of AI tech. Finally, concerns about AI's potential job displacement are addressed, alongside its efficiency in workflows, making for a thought-provoking and entertaining dialogue.
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Siri's struggles
- Apple's Siri is failing, lagging behind competitors like Amazon's Alexa.
- This is evident in its poor performance and delayed updates, causing frustration for users like Ranjan Roy.
Apple's Cultural Problem
- Apple's struggles with Siri point to a cultural problem within the company.
- Despite having top talent, they are unable to keep up with competitors, suggesting organizational issues.
Financial Cushion
- Apple's financial success, despite Siri's shortcomings, might be hindering their motivation to innovate.
- Their large cash reserves and growing services revenue act as a cushion, reducing pressure to improve.