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OpenAI Buys Jony Ive's AI Startup to 'Completely Reimagine What It Means to Use a Computer'
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I don't want to talk to my devices, and I prefer my world to be cross-platform. No chance of Apple doing that.
I watched the video quickly, but am I the only one that noticed Sam Altman spoke about, in my words, a clunky laptop ( that's how i feel like he was trying to classify a laptop, as an old, clunky legacy device )......
He said something to the effect of "Using ChatGPT, whipping out a lap top, opening it, starting it, opening a browser, typing to it in specifics and explaining that thing and then waiting for a response".......... seems like this could be a new version of a "computer" rather than a mobile device. Just my observations.
He said something to the effect of "Using ChatGPT, whipping out a lap top, opening it, starting it, opening a browser, typing to it in specifics and explaining that thing and then waiting for a response".......... seems like this could be a new version of a "computer" rather than a mobile device. Just my observations.
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AR is undoubtedly the “next thing”. It’s just that there’s a long way to go in terms of making it affordable and practical.
Technology just isn’t quite here yet in terms of making lightweight devices with acceptable battery life and compelling capabilities. But in 5-10 years it might be. Imagine a device with the capabilities of the Vision Pro, but the size/form of the Meta Wayfarers, and selling for $1000 or so. There’s your next iPhone…
Imagine your name alone is of so much value. Can you imagine buying something for so much money that only seems to exist in his head so far? Wild
They are coming at it from the wrong way though I think.
Something like the Meta Ray Bans has more chance of mainstream adoption in my opinion and Google have just announced their competitor. Apple need to get their product out asap. A key component of these devices is going to AI, remains to be seen if Apple can compete there.
I think the Vision Pro is a completely different product hardware wise.
I can't believe that Jony didn't have any restrictions when it comes to making a competitive product. Really strange and I also can't believe that Apple is totally out of that ...
While I agree with your overall point, there's been much talk about the device existing. Not many people have seen it, obviously, but it's not like he's just starting work today - there are working prototypes of whatever it is.
What are they risking? Nobody bought it, abolsutely nobody bought it instead of an iPhone/iPad/Mac.
I was thinking this too. He's describing that he wants an iPhone? An iPad? An Apple Watch? I don't understand what they are hinting at, and I feel weird for watching a 9 minute video explaining nothing.
Historically, Apple has always been a bit late to the party. Their success was not about being first but about being better. Now, IMO, their "better" gap has been decreasing and that is a problem.
I think Ive was wearing the product in the video - GPT powered glasses with built microphones and cameras.
Correct, explaining nothing....but he referenced "legacy devices" and spoke quickly about whipping out a laptop.... Maybe its a new form of full on mobile computing? A virtual computer coming out of something like an iphone, Ipad ? Some thing to replace the traditional computer ( desk top and lap top ), IDK, lol !!!I was thinking this too. He's describing that he wants an iPhone? An iPad? An Apple Watch? I don't understand what they are hinting at, and I feel weird for watching a 9 minute video explaining nothing.
Ive references "decades old legacy products"......has to be a new way to use or new form factor for a computer to some affect.
I’m sure it will look cool, but not so much with its usability.
Ive design (design over function) + AI dedicated design (that nobody wants evidently). Not a recipe for a success definitely.
Ive design (design over function) + AI dedicated design (that nobody wants evidently). Not a recipe for a success definitely.
Whoa, what's it like living under that rock? It's powering a lot of what "normal people" do now. And will grow exponentially. Medical diagnosis. Memojis.
Ok, maybe not Memojis.
Years ago, Microsoft was the king of computing. I told people that would last only as long as computers were a big box that connected to a monitor and keyboard. Now computers, for most people are a little screen you keep in your pocket and Microsoft is no longer the King.
Before that (and YES , I am that old), IBM and DEC were the kings of computers that were sized to fill up a room. When computer got small and because a little box on your desk, those companies became less trlivant (even if it was IBM that made the first really successful mainstream PC, I still have a 1982 vintage iBM PC. I bought one because I realized "PCs are going to be a big deal, I better learn about them so I bought one in '82)
Likewise Apple will remain the king of computers as long as for most people, a computer is a screen you carry in your pocket. When that changes, Apple will be a lot less relevant.
But we don't know if OpenAI can create something other than is niche product. Will it be mainstream? None of use know yet. But I know 100% that nothing changes until the basic size and shape of a computer changes.
The pattern will continue, when the shape and size change, the company who was the old king NEVER adapts, they just kind of fade from the forefront.
Al that said. IBM is still around. It was founded by Herman Hollerith in 1896 as a data processing company back when data was recorded on punched paper cards. It has continued to adapt to changing technology and is still around but today, when you think "computer," IBM is not the next thing you think of. If Apple is lucky, they will follow IBM's path and be around to witness not one but two new centuries, but I would not bet on it.
Before that (and YES , I am that old), IBM and DEC were the kings of computers that were sized to fill up a room. When computer got small and because a little box on your desk, those companies became less trlivant (even if it was IBM that made the first really successful mainstream PC, I still have a 1982 vintage iBM PC. I bought one because I realized "PCs are going to be a big deal, I better learn about them so I bought one in '82)
Likewise Apple will remain the king of computers as long as for most people, a computer is a screen you carry in your pocket. When that changes, Apple will be a lot less relevant.
But we don't know if OpenAI can create something other than is niche product. Will it be mainstream? None of use know yet. But I know 100% that nothing changes until the basic size and shape of a computer changes.
The pattern will continue, when the shape and size change, the company who was the old king NEVER adapts, they just kind of fade from the forefront.
Al that said. IBM is still around. It was founded by Herman Hollerith in 1896 as a data processing company back when data was recorded on punched paper cards. It has continued to adapt to changing technology and is still around but today, when you think "computer," IBM is not the next thing you think of. If Apple is lucky, they will follow IBM's path and be around to witness not one but two new centuries, but I would not bet on it.
Only skipped through it but why is he talking about Jony as if he’s not sitting literally right next to him lol he’s acting like he’s talking to an invisible ghost
Until we see it and use it I’d be suspicious.
There are only a limited number of senses and ways we have to interact with the world and I will imagine buttons and displays will be around for a lot longer yet.
We may end up controlling devices with our minds and thoughts etc but physical interaction will always be there.
Let’s wee what this is and I hope it’s not a load of AI hype. This bubble could burst big time.
There are only a limited number of senses and ways we have to interact with the world and I will imagine buttons and displays will be around for a lot longer yet.
We may end up controlling devices with our minds and thoughts etc but physical interaction will always be there.
Let’s wee what this is and I hope it’s not a load of AI hype. This bubble could burst big time.
I feel like Ive referencing "decades old legacy devices" and Altman talking about "whipping out a clunky laptop to use chat gpt, having to open it, type to it, wait for a response" is kind of hinting at exactly what you are talking about. A new form factor for computing to some degree.....
You can’t do a lot of work on that phone in your pocket. A workstation in one form or another will always be around for serious workflows.
Its main purpose is to help the super rich 😀
Why do you feel the need to mock my asking for specific answers?