Tech Brew Ride Home Fri. 01/28 – Making GPT-3 Less Gross
Jan 28, 2022
Apple breaks records with its highest revenue ever and rolls out a Face ID update for masked users. The White House is gearing up for major cryptocurrency regulations. OpenAI's latest version of GPT-3 is making waves for being less problematic and error-prone. The podcast also discusses the ethical concerns of monetizing personal prayers and the rise of hospitality bots. Meanwhile, Netflix faces significant challenges in the streaming market, prompting a deeper analysis of its subscription model. Weekend longreads suggestions round out the discussion.
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Apple's Record Quarter
- Apple reported record revenue and income in Q1 2022, driven by strong iPhone and Mac sales.
- Mac revenue grew 25% YoY, potentially impacting iPad sales, which were down 14%.
Apple TV+ Breakthrough
- 2022 may be Apple TV+'s breakout year with a significant increase in programming.
- Apple CEO Tim Cook emphasizes the focus on quality content over purely financial decisions.
Masked Face ID
- iOS 15.4 beta introduces Face ID with mask support for iPhone 12 and later.
- The enhanced Face ID recognizes unique eye features, eliminating the need for Apple Watch authentication.