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iOS 11 and AR, iBooks in Apple Stores, Listener Email - ACM 416
Where’s Apple going with ARKit in iOS 11? Bryan and Jeff weigh the pros and cons of mobile-device AR versus goggle/glasses AR. They also talk about Bryan’s cockamamie idea for iBooks inside Apple Stores, and go deep on some listener email on HomePod and Apple Car.
The Cloud Is a Lie
The cloud is a lie. John Kheit argues that if you believe in the cloud, you’re not only a sucker, you’ve been brainwashed into accepting your lot as a 2nd class digital citizen. According to him, the cloud is a lie because it convinces you of at least two Stockholm syndrome things: (1) you don’t deserve to own or control your own data, and (2) security for your data does not matter.
Microsoft Adds Cortana to the Voice Assistant Game with Invoke
Amazon has Echo, Google has Home, Apple reportedly has its own voice controlled assistant in the works, and now Microsoft is getting in on the game, too. Microsoft’s device is called Invoke, and it uses the company’s Cortana voice interface coupled with Harman Kardon speakers.
Amazon Unveils Echo Show with Display and Video Camera
The biggest un-surprise of the day comes from Amazon and its just announced Echo Show. The well-leaked new Echo model includes a built-in display and camera so you can get visual responses to your Alexa queries and make video calls, too.
Phil Schiller Says Siri-like Voice Assistants Need Displays
If Apple really is making an Amazon Echo competitor, what does their Siri speaker appliance really need? According to Apple’s senior vice president of worldwide marketing Phil Schiller, it needs a screen.
Who's More Intelligent, Apple's Siri or Amazon's Alexa?
In the battle of virtual personal assistants, Apple and Amazon have strong contenders. Which one is “smarter,” though, Siri or Alexa? Perhaps it’s too early to really call the race, since both personal assistants keep growing and evolving. Be that as it may, Jeff Butts has put both through their paces, and shares his thoughts.
Yoky Matsuoka Left Apple to Return to Nest
Former Nest executive Yoky Matsuoka joined Apple in May 2016, and by December she was gone. Now we know why: she’s back at Nest helping create the company’s long-term smart home technology plans.
CES 2017 Expectations and Predictions- TMO Daily Observations 2017-01-03
CES 2017 is kicking off, so today Kelly Guimont joins Jeff Gamet talk about what they expect to be the big product categories at this year’s events. Be sure to follow along all week for The Mac Observer’s on-location coverage.
The New Apple Echo Chamber Arriving Soon
Mark Gurman at Bloomberg is reporting that Apple is working on a smart home device, similar to the Amazon Echo, using the Siri voice assistant. Apple doesn’t have a vast product inventory to leverage from like Amazon, and other kinds of assistance depend on considerable, often creepy, personal information. So home automation seems to be Apple’s angle. Will that approach work? Page 2 of Friday’s Particle Debris explores.
At CEDIA, Amazon Will Talk About Star Trek Inspiration for Voice Recognition
Amazon’s Charlie Kindel, Director of Alexa Smart Home, will be speaking at the CEDIA conference in Dallas on September 16. He’ll talk about the inspiration for voice recognition that came from Star Trek, the original series. This interview by CEDIA provides a foretaste of the presentation and includes an inspiring video of Captain Kirk voice querying the Enterprise computer. What’s also cool and interesting is Mr. Kindel’s description of how customer privacy is maintained with the blue and red indicator ring. He also points to the website a customer built to celebrate Alexa. This is nifty corporate messaging.
Troubleshooting Spotlight Issues
Episode #178 I planned to write about some smart home products I’ve been testing, but a confluence of events convinced me to change courses midstream. So I’m going to write about troubleshooting Spotlight this week, since that’s what I’ve been doing all morning. It all began because I knew I wrote a column about Phillips…
iOS 8 Review: Apple Opens Mobile OS to Developers, You Win
Apple laid the groundwork for the future of its iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch operating system last year with iOS 7, and now the company is building on that foundation with the launch of iOS 8. Instead of shocking us with a new look that shuns the old skeuomorphic feel — that happened last year…
Which iPhones Will Lose Support With iOS 19
Here’s a hint of what to expect from iOS 19, including what iPhones could be on the verge of losing support.
iPhone SE 4 Could Launch As Soon As Next Week
Apple may unveil iPhone SE 4 next week with major upgrades: 6.1″ OLED display, A18 chip, and Face ID, starting at $499.
What is the Hulu Error Code RUNUNK13 & How to Fix it
The Hulu Error Code RUNUNK13 is a playback issue, meaning the app cannot connect with the server. To fix it: 1. Restart the app.
iOS 19 Features: Everything We Know So Far About the Upcoming Update
Check out the predicted features of iOS 19. From Apple Intelligence expansion to custom Lock Screens, here’s what to expect!
How To Use Apple Invites (Complete Guide)
Excited to get your hands on this event-planning app? Read on to learn how to set up and use Apple Invites on your iPhone.
iOS 19 Wishlist: 10 Features We Want to See
Will Apple ever listen to its customers? Likely not. Here is our wishlist of features for iOS 19, in any case.
How to Fix Touch Screen Not Working on iPhone After iOS 18/18.3 Update
Is your touch screen not working on your iPhone? Learn how to troubleshoot and fix the issue with this comprehensive guide.
Transform Your Study Room With Ergonomic Tech for Maximum Comfort
Create the ultimate ergonomic study space with these tips!
Samsung Reveals Its Equivalent of Dynamic Island, Sort Of
Samsung unveils ‘Now Bar’ feature in One UI 7, similar to Dynamic Island but with AI integration, coming to Galaxy phones in 2025.
Apple Stock Declined To Its Worst in 5 Months Amid Weak iPhone Sales in China
Apple’s stock tumbles as iPhone sales in China drop, with local rivals Vivo and Huawei gaining ground amid challenges in the world’s largest smartphone market.
How To Call ChatGPT With Your iPhone | 3 Ways
It may sound weird, but you actually can reach ChatGPT on your iPhone through a phone call. Check below how to do it.