The PC Pro Podcast Episode 727: Some AI engines are free; others come at a hefty price (whether you want them or not)
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Jan 30, 2025 Discover the rise of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI engine shaking up the tech industry and raising ethical concerns. Delve into the ongoing price increases for Microsoft Office and the backlash from users. Explore Amazon’s ambitious drone delivery plans while weighing their feasibility. The chat also critiques Intel’s new sustainability efforts and the end of recordable Blu-rays, reflecting on the shift from physical media. Finally, meet Toybox Alpha 2, a kid-friendly 3D printer sparking creativity and learning among children.
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Stockpiling Office
- Stockpile Microsoft Office vouchers at current prices to avoid the upcoming price increase.
- AI credits are included regardless of where you purchase the subscription from.
Microsoft's Copilot Strategy
- Microsoft's strategy of forcing Copilot on users is ethically questionable and potentially bad business.
- They haven't effectively communicated Copilot's value proposition, risking user alienation.
Microsoft Exits Retail
- Microsoft is closing its remaining experience centers due to lack of consumer engagement.
- Successful experience centers require knowledgeable, enthusiastic staff and genuine product interaction, like early Sony stores.