Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 01/19 – Vision Pro Pre-Order Begin With New Questions
Jan 19, 2024
Preorders for Apple's Vision Pro are live, but crucial app support issues cast doubt on its launch. Mark Zuckerberg aims to make artificial general intelligence open source, stirring the AI pot. Samsung will charge for Galaxy AI features soon, while the intriguing Rabbit R1 with Perplexity AI technology is on the horizon. Meanwhile, Twitch faces struggles as it loses touch with top creators in a competitive live streaming environment, all while cosmic discoveries from the James Webb Space Telescope challenge our understanding of the universe.
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Vision Pro App Gap
- Major streaming apps like YouTube, Spotify, and Netflix lack native Vision Pro support at launch.
- This raises questions about the platform's initial appeal and Apple's developer relations.
Meta's AGI Focus
- Mark Zuckerberg states that Meta is prioritizing the development of general artificial intelligence (AGI).
- He believes that open-sourcing AGI is crucial for attracting top talent and fostering innovation.
Amazon's iRobot Acquisition Blocked
- The EU is likely to block Amazon's acquisition of iRobot due to competition concerns.
- This decision could significantly impact the robot vacuum cleaner market.