Digest

This episode of Looking at Primary Technology dives into the latest tech news, starting with the announcement of a deal between Vox Media and the Atlantic. This agreement grants OpenAI access to use content from these publications, including the Verge, Eater, the Cut, Vulture, SB Nation, and the Atlantic, for training ChatGPT, a large language model. The deal also allows Vox Media to utilize OpenAI's technology for building tools and features on its websites. This move contrasts with the New York Times' lawsuit against OpenAI for training ChatGPT on its content. The episode then delves into leaked Google search documents, revealing insights into how Google analyzes user data and behavior to adjust search result rankings. The documents highlight Google's use of click data, browser features, and whitelisting practices to influence search results. The episode also discusses Apple's upcoming WWDC event, where new hardware and software updates are expected. The hosts share their WWDC wish list, including hopes for AI-powered features in Keynote, Numbers, and Final Cut Pro. They also speculate on the possibility of Apple releasing an Apple Podcast app for Android, which would enhance the podcast experience on the platform. The episode concludes with a discussion about the potential for Apple to integrate generative AI features into Siri, and the hosts debate whether these features will be behind a paywall. The hosts then discuss their wish lists for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and HomeKit. They discuss features they would like to see, such as improved screen time controls, a dedicated iCloud password app, better file download management, and more granular control over iCloud Drive. They also discuss their hopes for the Apple Vision Pro, including the ability to rearrange icons on the home screen, the addition of widgets, and a more user-friendly way to turn the device on.

Outlines

00:00:00

Introduction

This Chapter introduces the podcast and its hosts, Stephen Robles and Jason A10. They discuss the format of the episode and the topics to be covered, including AI news, WWDC, and leaked Google search documents.

00:00:07

OpenAI and Vox Media Deal

This Chapter discusses the deal between Vox Media and the Atlantic, which grants OpenAI access to use their content for training ChatGPT. The hosts discuss the implications of this deal, including the potential for ChatGPT to synthesize information from these news outlets and the contrast with the New York Times' lawsuit against OpenAI.

00:17:51

Leaked Google Search Documents

This Chapter explores the leaked Google search documents, which reveal insights into how Google analyzes user data and behavior to adjust search result rankings. The hosts discuss key takeaways from the documents, including Google's use of click data, browser features, and whitelisting practices.

00:04:03

Apple WWDC Preview

This Chapter previews Apple's upcoming WWDC event, where new hardware and software updates are expected. The hosts share their WWDC wish list, including hopes for AI-powered features in Keynote, Numbers, and Final Cut Pro. They also speculate on the possibility of Apple releasing an Apple Podcast app for Android.

00:36:31

Support the Show

This Chapter encourages listeners to support the show directly through Apple Podcasts or primarytech.fm to access bonus episodes and ad-free content. The hosts also remind listeners to subscribe to the YouTube channel and leave a five-star rating review in Apple Podcasts.

00:40:05

New Apps

This Chapter highlights two new apps that launched this week: Keynote, a professional video recording app for iPhone, and the What If Apple Vision Pro app, an immersive experience based on the Marvel What If TV series.

00:46:01

WWDC Wish List

This Chapter delves into the hosts' WWDC wish list, focusing on hardware and software updates. They discuss their predictions for new Mac releases, including the possibility of an M4 Mac Mini and MacBook Air. They also speculate on the potential for Apple to announce significant LLM style features at WWDC, including AI-powered features in Keynote, Numbers, and Final Cut Pro.

00:56:09

Siri and AI

This Chapter explores the potential for Apple to integrate generative AI features into Siri. The hosts debate whether these features will be behind a paywall and discuss the potential for Siri to be rebranded or augmented with a new name.

00:59:15

iOS 18 Wish List

This Chapter discusses the hosts' wish lists for iOS 18, iPadOS 18, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and HomeKit. They discuss features they would like to see, such as improved screen time controls, a dedicated iCloud password app, better file download management, and more granular control over iCloud Drive. They also discuss their hopes for the Apple Vision Pro, including the ability to rearrange icons on the home screen, the addition of widgets, and a more user-friendly way to turn the device on.

01:26:53

Community Wish List

This Chapter encourages listeners to share their wish lists for iOS 18 and other Apple products on social.primarytech.fm. The hosts will share the community wish list in the next episode.

Keywords

Q&A

• What is the deal between Vox Media and the Atlantic that allows OpenAI to use their content for training ChatGPT?

  The deal grants OpenAI access to use content from Vox Media's publications, including The Verge, Eater, The Cut, Vulture, SB Nation, and the Atlantic, for training ChatGPT, a large language model. This allows ChatGPT to potentially synthesize information from these news outlets.

• What insights were revealed in the leaked Google search documents?

  The leaked documents reveal how Google analyzes user data and behavior to adjust search result rankings. This includes using click data, browser features, and whitelisting practices to influence search results.

• What are some of the hosts' WWDC wish list items?

  The hosts hope for AI-powered features in Keynote, Numbers, and Final Cut Pro. They also speculate on the possibility of Apple releasing an Apple Podcast app for Android.

• What are the potential implications of Apple integrating generative AI features into Siri?

  The hosts discuss whether these features will be behind a paywall and debate the potential for Siri to be rebranded or augmented with a new name.

• What are the two new apps that launched this week?

  The two new apps are Keynote, a professional video recording app for iPhone, and the What If Apple Vision Pro app, an immersive experience based on the Marvel What If TV series.

• What are the hosts' predictions for new Mac releases at WWDC?

  The hosts speculate on the possibility of an M4 Mac Mini and MacBook Air being released.

• What is the hosts' opinion on the potential for Apple to announce significant LLM style features at WWDC?

  The hosts believe that Apple will likely announce significant LLM style features at WWDC, including AI-powered features in Keynote, Numbers, and Final Cut Pro.

• What are the hosts' thoughts on the potential for Siri to be rebranded or augmented with a new name?

  The hosts believe that Apple will likely keep the name Siri for its AI features, but they also discuss the possibility of Siri being augmented with a new name, such as Siri Plus.

• What are the hosts' opinions on the potential for Apple to put some of its AI features behind a paywall?

  The hosts believe that it is a strong possibility that Apple will put some of its AI features behind a paywall, but they are unsure if this will happen.

• What are the hosts' thoughts on the potential for Apple to release an Apple Podcast app for Android?

  The hosts believe that it would be beneficial for Apple to release an Apple Podcast app for Android, as it would enhance the podcast experience on the platform.

Show Notes