Tech Brew Ride Home Wed. 01/17 – The Galaxy Unpacked Event. Galaxy AI Is Here.
Jan 17, 2024
The Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event unveils the impressive Galaxy S24 Ultra, complete with cutting-edge Galaxy AI features. Apple shakes up its App Store rules, allowing developers to link to external payment methods, but critics question its sincerity. Meanwhile, a fierce competition brews between Google and OpenAI over top talent, especially as Google refines its Chrome Incognito mode. On the sustainability front, Uber teams up with Tesla to enhance the shift to emissions-free rides for drivers.
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Samsung's Titanium Focus
- The Galaxy S24 Ultra, starting at $1299, features a titanium finish, mirroring Apple's iPhone 15 Pro.
- Unlike Apple, Samsung prioritizes durability over reducing weight with this material.
Galaxy AI Features
- The Galaxy S24 series integrates Google's AI, including Gemini for various apps and Imogen 2 for photo editing.
- It offers real-time translation for calls and in-person interactions, supporting 13 languages.
Apple's App Store Changes
- Apple revised App Store rules, seemingly in bad faith, to comply with a court ruling.
- Developers can link to external payment methods, but only if they also offer Apple's in-app purchases.