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New Alexa Feature Lets Kids Create Animated Bedtime Stories
New Alexa Feature Lets Kids Create Animated Bedtime Stories
Amazon Tuesday launched “Create with Alexa,” an AI-powered feature that enables kids to compose stories with animations and music. Available on Echo Show devices in the US, the tool calls Alexa To guides children through the selection of characters, themes, color schemes, and music. The process resulted in a “story of five to 10 lines, told across five unique scenes complete with sound and visual…
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Amazon Launches its Latest Range of Echo Products
Amazon continues to build up on its line of various hardware offerings, which include its Echo range of devices - the company today introduced several new Echo products, including the Echo Pop, Echo Show 5, and Echo Show 5 Kids. Amazon also announced Echo Auto availability for users in the United Kingdom. Amazon Echo Pop First up is the Echo Pop, which comes in Lavender Bloom and Midnight Teal colour options for £44.99. The speaker features a semi-sphere design, and comes with Amazon's AZ2 Neural Edge processor, with a custom-designed front-facing directional speaker for optimum sound quality in indoor scenarios. Of course, it comes with Alexa compatibility for audiobooks, podcasts, and even smart home controls for compatible smart lights and plugs, and other household essentials. Echo Show 5 For something with a bit more added functionality, the Echo Show 5 adds a compact display for video streaming, as well as security monitoring with Ring doorbell cameras. Users can also make video calls thanks to a built-in front-facing camera, something that even Google's Nest Hub Mini lacks. Amazon says that the new Echo Show 5 is "20 percent faster" than its predecessor, and packs an entirely new speaker system, with twice the bass and added clarity for music sessions, Audible content, podcasts, and videos. Like the Echo Pop, it comes with the AZ2 Neural Edge processor, as well as support for Matter-enabled smart home devices. The Echo Show 5 comes priced at £89.99. Echo Show 5 Kids Edition Adding to this new device lineup is the Echo Show 5 Kids model, which Amazon says is "designed from the ground up for kids, with kid-friendly responses, jokes, explicit lyric filtering, and more." Younger users can customise the device's home screen with different themes, make video calls (with pre-approved contacts), and engage with Alexa for tasks like homework and alarms. Parents and guardians also have transparency and control via access to a free suite of parental controls through the Parent Dashboard. This will let parents adjust age settings, review activity, and even set bedtime limits. Echo Show 5 Kids comes in a more colourful, space-themed design and includes a 1-year subscription to Amazon Kids+ and a 2-year replacement guarantee. The device will come priced at £99.99. Amazon Echo Auto last but not the least is the latest generation of Amazon's Echo Auto, which is now available for UK buyers. The device comes with Alexa hands-free features for cars that don’t have included AI support, and comes in a new, slimmer design with an adhesive mount for more placement flexibility in your car. The Echo Auto packs five microphones, which Amazon says can pick up a user's voice amidst external noises like music, your car's AC, and road noise. Echo Auto allows Alexa to play music, make calls, pair with compatible Echo devices, and a whole host of voice commands. it also supports remote control for compatible smart home devices, which means you can still tweak your lights and thermostats while on the move - it's priced at £59.99. Read the full article
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The new “Create with Alexa” feature on Amazon's Echo Show devices uses AI to create unique five- to 10-line animated stories that kids and parents can use in place of traditional bedtime stories.
All stories come with custom illustrations, background music, and sound effects for each scene, and Amazon says that there are "multiple guardrails" to ensure that all content remains family-friendly.
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Masterlist
A/N: I'm still building this. So, if you're looking for fics of mine and they are not linked below, they're coming soon! Check the tags on this post in the meantime to find them!
Bloodline Family Series
Features Roman Reigns, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso & OCs
Welcome Home
Parent Conference
Embarrassing Moment
Parent Conference
Big Boy Simba
Just Say No 2
Just Say No 3
Just Say No 4
Fed Up 1
Fed Up 2
A New Leaf
Wait … Before You Hit Me
Guess What
Fight
M&M’s
Freshmeat
House Party
Simba’s First Date
Heartbreak Pt. 1
Heartbreak Pt. 2
Clumsy
Studying
Fan
Daddy’s Got You
Todd
Throuple
Meet the Family
Meet the Washingtons
What’s Done in the Dark
Comes to the Light
Birthday Girl
Early Christmas Gift Planning
Dinner & Dessert
New Blessings
Congrats, Grad
Attack
Attack 2
Attack 3
Old Wounds
Old Wounds II
Old Wounds III
Tha Block is Hot
Knock, Knock
Goin’ Off
Lines
Dinner
Surprise
Boxes
Well
Let’s Talk
Draft Night
Bloodline Family Series Shorties
Features Roman Reigns, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso & OCs
Do You Want It I’ll Buy It For You
Smoke
Haleigh & Carlito
Auntie A
You Don’t Have To Do All The Things You Do
I’m Not Gonna Stop Poking You
I Fell in Love With My Best Friend
It’s A Real Shame No One Asked For Your Opinion
You’re So Cute When You Pout Like That
That doesn’t Even Make Sense
Facetime
Child is Sick & Wants Daddy
Bedtime Temper Tantrum
Parental Paragraph
Is That Mistletoe?
My Parents Will Love You, Don’t Worry
Let’s Bake Cookies!
I Want A Picture with Santa
Daddy, Can you Help Me Write A Letter to Santa?
I Don’t Sing
Baby, Help Me Write Christmas Cards
It’s 1AM, Get Up!
Bloodline Family Series AU
Features Roman Reigns, Jey Uso, Jimmy Uso & OCs
Netflix and …
Privacy
Family Ties
Spinoff from BLFS
(I wrote all fics linked here but this series is co-run with @annoyedkayah2395, go to her blog for the installments that she's written)
Practice
First Day In Cali (Goes with “Todd”)
Video
Cali
1+1=3
Just Because
Coping
Hear Me Out
Carlito’s First Sleepover
Girl Talk
Let Me Tell You
Morgan & Chenice
Nightmare
Father’s Day Prep
Come Get Her
Family Court
Story Time
Dreamin’
Storm
Pop Up
Tragedy
Hey Alexa
MJ
Family Ties AU
(I wrote all fics linked here but this series is co-run with @annoyedkayah2395, go to her blog for the installments that she's written)
Water Balloons
But …
Studio
Co-Parenting
BLFS//FT Crossover
Excuse Me Miss
Icky
Haleigh’s Appointment
Man to Man
Jealous
Charlotte
BBQ
Home Alone
Grandpa King’s Farm
Sour Patch Kid
Birthday Party
Mama Tasha
Caught
Like It?
BLFS//FT AU Crossover
Haleigh’s Visitor
New Kid on the Block
One
Two
Three
Late
Mommy
Gifts
Unicorns & Rainbows
Awkward 2
Movin’ Out
Get Right
My Baby
ER
Visiting
Responsibility
I’m Sorry
Mama Bear
Stop!
I’m Fine
Take Care of It
Runaway Bride
Firsts
Disrespect
First Trip
Kid Free
Have & Have Nots
(I wrote all fics linked her but this series is co-run with @annoyedkayah2395, go to her blog for the installments that she's written)
Officially A Malone
Gotta Go
Bonding
Confrontation
Mind Your Business
Emergency
Recovery
Pop Up
Formal Introduction
The Real Her
My Brother’s Keeper
Family Time
Father
Let’s Talk
The Morning After
Night Out
Checkmate
Saturday
Engagement Dinner
Another Emergency
Beat Down
Sweeties Day
Creepin’
What Are You Doing Here?
Skeletons 2
Why
For You
Blood
To Zion
WTF
First Day
Warning
Just In Case
Lunch
Dumb Broad
Lil Thug Life
Moving
Old Friends
Prep
A Tragic Day
Savannah
Thin Ice
Empty House
Officer
Full Story
Family Dinner
The Last Straw
Listen
Leaving
Unbelievable
Oops
Gee Wiz, It’s Christmas
Oh You Forgot?
Guests
Coach
Who Is She?
I’m Pregnant
Conley
Sneaky
Back In Town
Stop Playin’ With Me
Oliver & Company
Unbothered
Nerves
Plan B
Back Off
Sistas
The First Baby
Switch
You’re …
Caught
Enough
Sibling Rivalry
Another Willis
Have & Have Nots AU
10 Seconds
Trouble Man
Awkward
Be Nice
Dumbass
Tyson
New Leaf
One
Two
Just The Two of Us
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
Seven
Eight
Nine
Eleven
Twelve
Thirteen
Fourteen
Fifteen
Sixteen
Seventeen
Eighteen
Nineteen
Twenty
Twenty-One
Twenty-Two
SVU
Familiar Face
One
Two
Three
Four
Five
Trial Prep
A Special Victim
The Things We Have to Lose (Pt. 1)
The Canary
Features Roman Reigns & OCs
One
We All Want Love
Features Roman Reigns & OCs
Cast
Chapter One
Line in the Sand
Features Tama Tonga & OCs
One
Two
Three
Four
Five (Pt. 1)
Five (Pt. 2)
Six
Seven
Eight
Empire
(I wrote all fics linked her but this series is co-run with @annoyedkayah2395, go to her blog for the installments that she's written)
Prince of Rap
Group Project
Condo
Come Here
Faded Memories
Ghost
Come Clean
Ghost 2
Rocky
Meeting Ms. Taylor
McIntyre Family Series
Features Drew McIntyre, Montez Ford & OCs
Temper Tantrum
First Night Home
Bonding Time
Daddy, Can You Help Me Write A Letter to Santa?
I’m Pregnant
My Parents Will Love You
Is That A Mistletoe?
Sleeping Headcanon
Anger Headcanon
Kissing Headcnnon
New Years #4
Main Event
Champ
Champ 2
Deja Vú
Features Florian Munteanu & OCs
One
Two
Three
Four
Shorties
Daddy Daughter Time (Seth Rollins)
Twitter Fingers (Tama Tonga)
Baby’s First Shots (Tama Tonga)
Temper Tantrum (Samoa Joe)
First Day of School (Tama Tonga)
Baby’s First Doctor’s Appointment (Jeff Hardy)
Nightmare (Tama Tonga)
Child is Sick (Jeff Hardy)
Breakfast Time (Samoa Joe)
Daddy Daughter Bonding (Jinder Mahal)
Parental Paragraph (Big E)
Director's Commentary
Haleigh & Messiah
Jey & Apryl
Roman & Kandice
Best & Worst Traits of Characters
Drew & Danica
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The Best of 2020 | Staff Picks
We made it! 2020 is finally coming to an end (hopefully not along with the world). You’ve finally mastered your TikTok algorithm and only get served the hits. You’ve mastered the perfect rotation for your Zoom backgrounds. You’ve broken the Guinness World Record for consecutive hours doom-scrolling. You’ve finished reading White Fragility and have made the pledge to be a better ally. This year is going down in the history books as one of the toughest in our generation due to the tragic losses of life due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to COVID-19, the entire music industry has come to a stand still and a lot of our colleagues have lost their jobs and the future of our industry is going to look very different. As sobering as this year has been, we’ve all had to take a long look at ourselves and make a decision about who we wanted to be.
But there seems to be a light at the end of the tunnel and 2021 is already starting to look up. As usual, music is one of the things that always helps us get through tough times and 2020 was no different. We honestly may have needed it even more this year. As we try to put the tragedies of 2020 behind us, and look forward to the return of live music, being outside, and seeing our loved ones in person, our staff would like to share our favorite things that helped us survive this year and some of the things we’re excited to hear more of in 2021.
Max Polo
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Bea Miller, Aminè - “FEEL SOMETHING DIFFERENT”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: 박혜진 Park Hye Jin
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Doja Cat. From first seeing her at Echo Park Rising in 2014, it’s been a long time coming
Best Music Video of 2020: KennyHoopla - “how will i rest in peace if i’m buried by a highway?//“
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Carly Rae Jepsen, this year and every year.
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Video games without a doubt. Between crafting my own island paradise on Animal Crossing to exploring the gorgeous world of Genshin Impact, 2020 would not have been bearable without a digital escape.
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: My Chemical Romance, fingers crossed 🤞🏽
Favorite 2020 trend: TikTok finally entering the mainstream.
Artist to Watch in 2021: Keep an eye on Holly Humberstone, María Isabel, and spill tab.
Favorite Song of 2020: ZICO - “Any Song”
Favorite Album of 2020: Gus Dapperton - Orca
Favorite Artist of 2020: Jean Dawson
New Year's Resolution?: Check Facebook comments less.
Green Lee
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Soulja Boy - “Kiss Me Thru The Phone”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Su Lee
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Giveon / BENEE
Best Music Video of 2020: DJ Khaled x Drake - “POPSTAR”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Peggy Gou
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Computer Games & Anime. It’s like I’m 19 again!!!
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Duckwrth. I need to see SuperGood in action.
Favorite 2020 Trend: Non-teens dropping their ego and hopping on the TikTok train (me included)
Artist to Watch in 2021: spill tab / blxst / Ambré
Favorite Song of 2020: No Rome ft. Bearface - “1:45AM”
Favorite Album of 2020: Duckwrth - SuperGood
Favorite Artist of 2020: keshi
New Year's Resolution?: Huh?
Paige MacDonald
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Flor - “Dancing Around” (not being biased)… the accuracy of the lyrics is too on point.
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Zachary Knowles
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Tate McRae
Best Music Video of 2020: Conan Gray - “Heather”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: The bass player in Flor… Obviously
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Ugh….. Ashamedly…….TikTok
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Turnover… because they make everything better and after the year we just had… need to stand in the middle of the crowd and have a good cry/scream.
Favorite 2020 trend: Work from home clothes AKA sweats every single day
Artist to Watch in 2021: Oh… that’s a hard one to narrow down but I’d say Zachary Knowles (again) and 1990nowhere.
Favorite Song of 2020: Zachary Knowles - “Super Sad Songs’
Favorite Album of 2020: MisterWives - SUPERBLOOM
Favorite Artist of 2020: Conan Gray
New Year's Resolution?: More time for myself AWAY FROM A SCREEN and less postmates
Malcolm J. Gray
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: N.E.R.D. - “Love Bomb”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Joesef
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Blxst
Best Music Video of 2020: Disclosure - “My High” featuring Amine & slowthai
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Favorite 2020 Distraction: “Focus on Yourself King” TikTok Videos
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022:
Favorite 2020 trend: Calling people you care about
Artist to Watch in 2021: Fana Hues
Favorite Song of 2020: Saint Lyor - “Big Facts”
Favorite Album of 2020: Yves Tumor - Heaven To a Tortured Mind
Favorite Artist of 2020: Arlo Parks
New Year's Resolution?: Ideate less, Execute more
David O’ Connor
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Chiild - “Hands Off Me"
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: KennyHoopla
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Jack Harlow
Best Music Video of 2020: Lil Baby - “The Bigger Picture"
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: CHLOBOCOP
Favorite 2020 Distraction: ruthless optimism besting calculated cyncism
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: fuck, yes...
Favorite 2020 trend: asking your neighbors kids how to find rare gear in Witcher 3
Artist to Watch in 2021: again&again
Favorite Song of 2020: Arlo Parks - "Eugene"
Favorite Album of 2020: Kota the Friend - Lyrics to Go, Vol. 1
Favorite Artist of 2020: Reo Cragun
New Year's Resolution?: vaccinate before ya date
Joey Legittino
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: "It's the End of the World as We Know It (And I Feel Fine)" - R.E.M
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: badmonsham
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Gracie Abrams
Best Music Video of 2020: MGK ft. Halsey - “Forget Me Too”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: still Kailee Morgue
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Tik Tok
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Rage Against the Machine
Favorite 2020 trend: Aliens
Artist to Watch in 2021: Morray
Favorite Song of 2020: Hans Williams - “Body on My Shoulders”
Favorite Album of 2020: Babyjake - Don't Give Me Problems Give Me Wine
Favorite Artist of 2020: Fiji Blue
New Year's Resolution?: Do better than last year
Alexa Schoenfold
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: D’Angelo - “The Charade”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Joy Oladokun
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: BENEE, Jean Dawson
Best Music Video of 2020: Loathe - “Two-Way Mirror”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Tom Misch, MGK
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Nature (...and FaceTime)
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Thundercat
Favorite 2020 trend: Giving a sh!t about other people
Artist to Watch in 2021: Q, Zach Bryan
Favorite Song of 2020: Jazmine Sullivan - “Lost One”
Favorite Album of 2020: The Avalanches - We Will Always Love You
Favorite Artist of 2020: SAULT. (Also... Miley.)
New Year's Resolution?: Show up with kindness. Stay connected to those that matter most. Finally get a normal bedtime.
Jessica Thomas
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Ashnikko - “Working Bitch”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: KILLBOY (not for long)
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Remi Wolf
Best Music Video of 2020: ROSALÍA & Travis Scott - “TKN”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Luna Aura
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Slightly insensitive 2020 / COVID internet memes that drag me at my core…
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Jacob Collier
Favorite 2020 trend: TO GO COCKTAILS
Artist to Watch in 2021: Avenue Beat
Favorite Song of 2020: spill tab - “Calvaire”
Favorite Album of 2020: Gracie Abrams - minor
Favorite Artist of 2020: mazie
New Year's Resolution?: Stop falling asleep in my clothes & achieve homeostasis.
Yasmin Damoui
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Role Model - "going out"
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: CHIIILD
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: BENEE
Best Music Video of 2020: Channel Tres - "Weedman"
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Omar Apollo (every year)
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Eating KIVA gummies and listening to anything by LEISURE or Polo & Pan
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Usher in Vegas
Favorite 2020 trend: LOTS of unexpected artist collaborations
Artist to Watch in 2021: Tycho Jones, spill tab, Payday, Hojean, Royal & The Serpent, Abby Sage, mehro (sorry I cheated - there's so many!)
Favorite Song of 2020: SAULT - "Wildfires"
Favorite Album of 2020: Holly Humberstone - Falling Asleep At The Wheel
Favorite Artist of 2020: Verzache
New Year's Resolution?: Continue practicing gratitude for all the amazing blessings we took for granted pre-COVID
Alec Wing
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Vegyn
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Caroline Rose
Best Music Video of 2020: Moses Sumney - “Cut Me”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Lianne La Havas
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Surprisingly evocative dreams
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: D’Angelo (fingers crossed)
Favorite 2020 trend: Checking in on loved ones more consistently
Artist to Watch in 2021: Athletic Progression
Favorite Song of 2020: Gorillaz - “Simplicity”
Favorite Album of 2020: Fiona Apple - Fetch the Bolt Cutters
New Year's Resolution?: To come up with something new
Tyler Borland
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Curtis Waters - “Pity Party”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Elroy
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: Teezo Touchdown for sure!
Best Music Video of 2020: This is a tough one, but probably the slowthai "feeling away" video or "Power Freaks" by Jean Dawson
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Jorja Smith
Favorite 2020 Distraction: I've gotten super into Curb Your Enthusiasm
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Oh man I miss concerts... probably ericdoa, BIGBABYGUCCI, and Kevin Kazi
Favorite 2020 trend: Verzuz has been so entertaining. Not sure if it's a trend, but definitely one of my favorite things to come out of this year.
Artist to Watch in 2021: Elroy, 18veno, Hollow Sinatra
Favorite Song of 2020: Tycho Jones - "Don't Be Afraid"
Favorite Album of 2020: brakence - punk2
Favorite Artist of 2020: brakence, Kenny Mason, BIGBABYGUCCI, Jean Dawson
New Year's Resolution?: Finish college and get a full time music gig
Maddy Quach
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Antonio Williams and Kerry McCoy - "Changes"
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Issy Wood. She's just signed to Mark Ronson's Zelig Records & I'm so excited to see what comes of it.
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: glaive
Best Music Video of 2020: slowthai - “nhs"
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Freddie Gibbs this year and also every other year.
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Hand-sewing clothes!
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: YG, Grimes, Sharon Van Etten. I'm buying tickets to anything and everything next year.
Favorite 2020 trend: That one month at the beginning of quarantine when everyone was drawing carrots and bananas on their Instagram stories. What was that...
Artist to Watch in 2021: ICECOLDBISHOP, CoachDaGhost
Favorite Song of 2020: This one goes to "Empty Beach" by Coco (although Hotboii's "Don't Need Time" is a close second).
Favorite Album of 2020: Fiona Apple - Fetch The Bolt Cutters
Favorite Artist of 2020: Flo Milli
New Year's Resolution?: Celebrate my accomplishments more.
Rachael Jansky
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: Benee, Gus Dapperton - “supalonely” (the pandemic really has me missing all the homies :()
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Q
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: CHIKA - forever grateful I didn’t scroll past her Tiny Desk on my Twitter feed
Best Music Video of 2020: Amine - “Compensating”
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Halsey. My answer will never not be Halsey.
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Love Island, but the UK version ONLY
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Rico Nasty!!!!
Favorite 2020 trend: allllll the Clubhouse drama
Artist to Watch in 2021: Sally Boy
Favorite Song of 2020: Charlie Burg - “Lancaster Nights”
Favorite Album of 2020: Glass Animals - Dreamland (you literally melt into their music, perfect escape from the shit show of a year we’ve had)
Favorite Artist of 2020: Dominic Fike
New Year's Resolution?: Graduate college, land my first big girl job, and have fewer existential crises :’)
Jimmy Smith
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: “Brave Faces, Everyone” - Spanish Love Songs
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: POORSTACY
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: KennyHoopla
Best Music Video of 2020: Code Orange - “Swallowing The Rabbit Whole”
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Favorite 2020 Distraction: Daydreaming about 2021. Oh and lots of TikTok
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2021/2022: Every Time I Die
Favorite 2020 trend: Pop-punk revival
Artist to Watch in 2021: nothing,nowhere.
Favorite Song of 2020: The Dirty Nil - Doom Boy
Favorite Album of 2020: The Used - Heartwork
Favorite Artist of 2020: Travis Barker
New Year's Resolution?: Don’t take live music for granted
Jenna Singer
Song That Best Describes Your 2020: bulow and duckwrth - “sad and bored”
Most Underrated Artist of 2020: Jean Dawson
Best Breakout Artist of 2020: glaive
Best Music Video of 2020: idk but “Thick and Thin” – Lany got me through some shit
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Biggest Artist Crush of 2020: Justin Bieber
Favorite 2020 Distraction: Cooking
Artist you’re most looking forward to seeing live in 2020/2021: Billie Eilish
Favorite 2020 trend: hyperpop
Artist to Watch in 2021: Huron John
Favorite Song of 2020: Still Woozy - “Window”
Favorite Album of 2020: LANY - mama’s boy
Favorite Artist of 2020: can’t give that away sorry
New Year's Resolution?: less time on social media
#Year End List#Ones to Watch#Best of 2020#Best of#Jean Dawson#Slowthai#Maria Isabel#Benee#channel tres#joesef#arlo parks#Remi Wolf#Kennyhoopla
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Arplis - News: Upgrade your laundry room with the best smart washing machines
As the Internet of things grows, and our homes become increasingly smart, more and more appliances that boast connectivity are becoming within reach of the average household. Washing machines are a great example of that. They are still at the higher end of the market, but with the amazing benefits they bring, more people are choosing to invest. Our overall best pick, the Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door, comes with the ability for remote control and monitoring and gives you alerts when your washing is complete. With these benefits and more, we've found some of the best smart washers to suit your needs. Best Overall: Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door Samsung's more affordable smart option is its 4.5 cubic feet capacity washing machine with the option of Wi-Fi connectivity and the ability to hook up to the Samsung Smart Things App. This washer can easily handle a king-size comforter. Looks-wise, it comes in traditional white or this handsome black stainless steel that boasts a practical, fingerprint-resistant finish. Features of note are its ability to wash a full load in as little as 36 minutes when on the "Super Speed" setting, and a stream treatment option that releases steam from the bottom of the tub for improved saturation. This steam functionality works well to really deep clean clothing with positive reviews from hundreds who have been pleased with the results. This machine is an excellent choice for families with kids as it boasts Samsung's Vibration Reduction Technology Plus. It has special sensors that keep even heavy loads balanced for quieter washing cycles, so you can get away with using it past bedtime. We also love this machine's "AddWash" ability that allows you, after the cycle has started, to chuck in items you'd forgotten to include in the load. It's a lifesaver for the forgetful among us. The smart functionality comes in with the ability to control and monitor this machine remotely. You can see the remaining cycle time, receive alerts when the cycle is finished, and schedule cycles. This is all done via your home's Wi-Fi network and the Android and iPhone Samsung Smart Things App. Pros: AddWash functionality Super Speed setting Quiet operation Steam functionality Cons: No voice control No anti-allergen cycle Best Overall Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door $1,000 at Best Buy $1,080 at Home Depot Swashing machine With a decent companion app looking after the smart side of things, this machine also boasts capable tech on the washing front. Best Value: Kenmore 41463 Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Front Load Washer with Accela Wash The Kenmore 41463 is a budget-friendly option that will give you the most bang for your buck. It's 4.5 cubic feet capacity smart washing machine that works with the Kenmore Smart App, and can also be controlled using the Kenmore Smart Skill on the Amazon Alexa platform. It comes in a metallic silver finish. This machine has Kenmore's Accela Wash technology that, in the Express Wash setting, saves time by cleaning normal, full-sized loads in as little as 29 minutes. The Kenmore 41463 has two great features to help keep your washing fresh. The "Stay Fresh" function will periodically turn the washer's barrel to stop wet clothes from going stagnant, a useful feature for busy families. The machine's "AirFlow Doorstop'' props the door open to help keep the inside of the washer fresh between loads. This washer has some handy settings that can help you get the right result for your laundry. These include a Kids Wear setting with a higher temperature to get out stains, a Workout Wear that cares for high-tech fabrics, a Whitest Whites option that gives you the choice to dispense bleach into the washer, and a Cold Clean cycle that uses 55% less energy. The companion Kenmore Smart app lets you monitor your wash's progress remotely and schedule the machine to start. Using the Kenmore Smart Skill, you can ask Alexa things like, "What is my washer doing?" as well as ask Alexa to start washes. Sitting right between the high and low-price range, this washing machine gives you the most value for the cost. Pros: Stay Fresh function Good specialist cycles Voice control Energy-saving Cold Clean option Cons: No anti-allergen cycle No steam function Best Value Kenmore 41463 Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Front Load Washer with Accela Wash $900 at Sears Cool cleanser A value-for-money choice for households on a budget, this option has strong features and smart tech controls for a fair price. Best Hands-Free Operation: GE Smart Front Load Energy Star Washer with UltraFresh Vent System GE offers a range of Wi-Fi-enabled smart laundry appliances. We like this mid-range, 4.8 cubic feet, front-loading model, available in a satin nickel finish. Its smart credentials come in with app control, and the ability to voice-control the machine with the likes of Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Design-wise, this machine has a handy reversible door that gives you more flexibility as to where you can install it. It also boasts some great general washing machine technology. It has GE's UltraFresh vent system with OdorBlock that stops excess moisture causing stale smells. It is a very popular feature, especially for any laundry left in the machine for too long. Your forgotten clothes will be free from the stagnant smell you would typically expect. This model also gets SmartDispense tech; you can put in enough detergent for up to 32 loads, and then the machine dispenses the correct quantity each time you use it. There's a useful 20-minute Quick Wash cycle to clean lightly soiled items rapidly. GE's SmartHQ app lets you remotely control and monitor this washing machine, receive alerts and real-time notifications. Also, you can control the appliance hands-free with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This machine is described as very easy to use by satisfied owners. Even buyers who weren't sure they wanted smart connectivity have reported no issues with set-up and use. Rounding up this machine's feature set is Microban antimicrobial technology built-in its components, Dynamic Balancing Technology making for quieter washes, PowerSteam deep penetration, and a "Sanitize + Allergen" cycle to kill common bacteria and allergens. Pros: 20-minute Quick Wash Anti-allergen cycle Voice control Reversible door Cons: No steam function No keep fresh functionality Best Hands-Free Operation GE Smart Front Load Energy Star Washer with UltraFresh Vent System $800 at Best Buy $800 at Home Depot Wonder washer With voice-control via smart devices and the ability to pre-load detergents in bulk, this is a great hands-off washing machine. Best Compact Design: LG WM3900HBA Smart Wi-Fi-Enabled Front Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Technology LG also offers a range of smart washing machines as part of its wider "ThinQ" appliance suite and app-based platform. This model is a 4.5 cubic feet capacity option, but with a relatively slimline footprint of 30-inches in depth, so it can do full-size loads in smaller spaces. It comes in white, or for a slightly higher cost, you can get this smart "Black Steel" finish. The smart part of this system comes in with LG's ThinQ app, which is available for both iPhones and Android devices. You can use the app not just to start or stop a wash, but also to select a cycle, as well as get smartphone notifications. It also works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa to allow you to manage your laundry with voice commands. On the washing front, there's LG's TurboWash 360 technology, which comprises five powerful jets that surround clothes from multiple angles around the drum. This more efficient way of washing means you can do full loads in under 30 minutes and gets the thumbs up from happy owners of this model. The WM3900HBA also gets 6Motion technology, which combines up to six different wash motions to ensure clothes are cleaned thoroughly. This machine's washing tech uses water efficiently. Many buyers are amazed at how little water this washer needs. If energy-saving appeals to you, then you should note this machine also offers economical ColdWash. Also, the machine's LoDecibel quiet operation and its TrueBalance anti-vibration system can make you forget that you have a washer. This machine will also appeal to allergy sufferers thanks to its "Allergiene" cycle that removes allergens, like pet dander. In fact, it's certified as asthma- and allergy-friendly by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Pros: Jet wash & 6Motion tech Anti-allergen cycle Voice control Quiet operation Cons: No keep fresh option No steam function Best Compact Design LG WM3900HBA Smart Wi-Fi-Enabled Front Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Technology $900 at Best Buy $900 at Electric Express Lean clean machine Packed with smart mechanical and digital tech, this slimline LG washing machine has a manageable footprint and a do-able price tag. Best Intelligent Controls: Whirlpool WFW9620HBK Smart Front Load Washing Machine with Load & Go XL Plus Dispenser Whirlpool's WFW9620HBK model is a larger five cubic feet capacity model with a smart touchscreen control panel and the ability to control it via the Whirlpool app. It's available in basic white or black and grey chrome finishes. That generous capacity makes it an excellent choice for larger households. Like the GE washing machine, this model can handle bulk capacities of detergent. You fill up the machine's Load & Go XL Plus dispenser with detergent and fabric softener with enough product to last 40 loads, and then get notifications when you're running low, which is a pretty convenient feature. Washing functionality includes a Steam Clean option, a Sanitize cycle with higher temps to kill bacteria, a Cold Wash option, and that always useful Quick Wash cycle. This machine also has the fantastic ability to keep clothes fresh for up to 12 hours after the cycle has ended. You simply hit the "Wash & Dry" button before the cycle starts, and after it's done. A built-in fan activates, gently tumble drying the clothes until you're ready to remove them. The Whirlpool app lets you set, start, or pause the wash cycle and monitor progress remotely. That touchscreen panel doesn't just look good — it learns, adapts, and suggests customized presets based on what you've selected before. You can also customize up to 30 of your own favorite washing routines. The touchscreen is very easy to use, with many stating they were able to start using this machine without looking at the instructions. Whirlpool has plans for the companion app that includes controlling the machine with a voice-controlled device, and the ability to reorder your preferred laundry supplies automatically. So, you'll never run out if you connect the app to your Amazon account. Pros: Sanitize cycle Bulk detergent abilities Five cubic feet capacity Intelligent touchscreen controls Cons: High cost No voice control Best Intelligent Controls Whirlpool WFW9620HBK Smart Front Load Washing Machine with Load & Go XL Plus Dispenser $1,395 at Home Depot $1,395 at Best Buy The washerator We recommend this machine for its sleek looks and touchscreen control panel, but on top of that, you also get awesome app control. Keep it clean The smart washing market has grown rapidly in recent years. You can now get machines that vary from capacities of 2.8 cubic feet to a vast seven cubic feet. There are also combined washer/dryer options and top-loading models too. To keep this comparison guide tight, we've concentrated on front-loading machines that range from 4.5 to five cubic feet in capacity, which is the perfect size for an average household. All these machines can be controlled and monitored via a companion app. In the case of our best overall pick, the Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door, you can remotely monitor the progress of your wash and even schedule cycles to start from the comfort of your couch. The app also lets you know when the wash is complete, a handy function to remind you to grab your clean washing while it's still fresh. The Samsung option also offers some solid technology on the actual washing side of things. With a vibration-reducing design, it runs quietly, so it's not going to disturb the whole household. You can also add any items you've forgotten after the wash has started, which is very convenient. It's especially ideal for when you've just hit the "On" button and turn around to see a stray sock on the utility room floor, and it may be the perfect fit for your home. Credits — The team that worked on this guide Amy-Mae Turner As someone who once left a load of her family's socks in the washing machine for three days, Amy-Mae was the perfect person to look at smart laundry options.
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As the Internet of things grows, and our homes become increasingly smart, more and more appliances that boast connectivity are becoming within reach of the average household. Washing machines are a great example of that. They are still at the higher end of the market, but with the amazing benefits they bring, more people are choosing to invest. Our overall best pick, the Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door, comes with the ability for remote control and monitoring and gives you alerts when your washing is complete. With these benefits and more, we've found some of the best smart washers to suit your needs. Best Overall: Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door Samsung's more affordable smart option is its 4.5 cubic feet capacity washing machine with the option of Wi-Fi connectivity and the ability to hook up to the Samsung Smart Things App. This washer can easily handle a king-size comforter. Looks-wise, it comes in traditional white or this handsome black stainless steel that boasts a practical, fingerprint-resistant finish. Features of note are its ability to wash a full load in as little as 36 minutes when on the "Super Speed" setting, and a stream treatment option that releases steam from the bottom of the tub for improved saturation. This steam functionality works well to really deep clean clothing with positive reviews from hundreds who have been pleased with the results. This machine is an excellent choice for families with kids as it boasts Samsung's Vibration Reduction Technology Plus. It has special sensors that keep even heavy loads balanced for quieter washing cycles, so you can get away with using it past bedtime. We also love this machine's "AddWash" ability that allows you, after the cycle has started, to chuck in items you'd forgotten to include in the load. It's a lifesaver for the forgetful among us. The smart functionality comes in with the ability to control and monitor this machine remotely. You can see the remaining cycle time, receive alerts when the cycle is finished, and schedule cycles. This is all done via your home's Wi-Fi network and the Android and iPhone Samsung Smart Things App. Pros: AddWash functionality Super Speed setting Quiet operation Steam functionality Cons: No voice control No anti-allergen cycle Best Overall Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door $1,000 at Best Buy $1,080 at Home Depot Swashing machine With a decent companion app looking after the smart side of things, this machine also boasts capable tech on the washing front. Best Value: Kenmore 41463 Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Front Load Washer with Accela Wash The Kenmore 41463 is a budget-friendly option that will give you the most bang for your buck. It's 4.5 cubic feet capacity smart washing machine that works with the Kenmore Smart App, and can also be controlled using the Kenmore Smart Skill on the Amazon Alexa platform. It comes in a metallic silver finish. This machine has Kenmore's Accela Wash technology that, in the Express Wash setting, saves time by cleaning normal, full-sized loads in as little as 29 minutes. The Kenmore 41463 has two great features to help keep your washing fresh. The "Stay Fresh" function will periodically turn the washer's barrel to stop wet clothes from going stagnant, a useful feature for busy families. The machine's "AirFlow Doorstop'' props the door open to help keep the inside of the washer fresh between loads. This washer has some handy settings that can help you get the right result for your laundry. These include a Kids Wear setting with a higher temperature to get out stains, a Workout Wear that cares for high-tech fabrics, a Whitest Whites option that gives you the choice to dispense bleach into the washer, and a Cold Clean cycle that uses 55% less energy. The companion Kenmore Smart app lets you monitor your wash's progress remotely and schedule the machine to start. Using the Kenmore Smart Skill, you can ask Alexa things like, "What is my washer doing?" as well as ask Alexa to start washes. Sitting right between the high and low-price range, this washing machine gives you the most value for the cost. Pros: Stay Fresh function Good specialist cycles Voice control Energy-saving Cold Clean option Cons: No anti-allergen cycle No steam function Best Value Kenmore 41463 Smart Wi-Fi Enabled Front Load Washer with Accela Wash $900 at Sears Cool cleanser A value-for-money choice for households on a budget, this option has strong features and smart tech controls for a fair price. Best Hands-Free Operation: GE Smart Front Load Energy Star Washer with UltraFresh Vent System GE offers a range of Wi-Fi-enabled smart laundry appliances. We like this mid-range, 4.8 cubic feet, front-loading model, available in a satin nickel finish. Its smart credentials come in with app control, and the ability to voice-control the machine with the likes of Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. Design-wise, this machine has a handy reversible door that gives you more flexibility as to where you can install it. It also boasts some great general washing machine technology. It has GE's UltraFresh vent system with OdorBlock that stops excess moisture causing stale smells. It is a very popular feature, especially for any laundry left in the machine for too long. Your forgotten clothes will be free from the stagnant smell you would typically expect. This model also gets SmartDispense tech; you can put in enough detergent for up to 32 loads, and then the machine dispenses the correct quantity each time you use it. There's a useful 20-minute Quick Wash cycle to clean lightly soiled items rapidly. GE's SmartHQ app lets you remotely control and monitor this washing machine, receive alerts and real-time notifications. Also, you can control the appliance hands-free with both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. This machine is described as very easy to use by satisfied owners. Even buyers who weren't sure they wanted smart connectivity have reported no issues with set-up and use. Rounding up this machine's feature set is Microban antimicrobial technology built-in its components, Dynamic Balancing Technology making for quieter washes, PowerSteam deep penetration, and a "Sanitize + Allergen" cycle to kill common bacteria and allergens. Pros: 20-minute Quick Wash Anti-allergen cycle Voice control Reversible door Cons: No steam function No keep fresh functionality Best Hands-Free Operation GE Smart Front Load Energy Star Washer with UltraFresh Vent System $800 at Best Buy $800 at Home Depot Wonder washer With voice-control via smart devices and the ability to pre-load detergents in bulk, this is a great hands-off washing machine. Best Compact Design: LG WM3900HBA Smart Wi-Fi-Enabled Front Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Technology LG also offers a range of smart washing machines as part of its wider "ThinQ" appliance suite and app-based platform. This model is a 4.5 cubic feet capacity option, but with a relatively slimline footprint of 30-inches in depth, so it can do full-size loads in smaller spaces. It comes in white, or for a slightly higher cost, you can get this smart "Black Steel" finish. The smart part of this system comes in with LG's ThinQ app, which is available for both iPhones and Android devices. You can use the app not just to start or stop a wash, but also to select a cycle, as well as get smartphone notifications. It also works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa to allow you to manage your laundry with voice commands. On the washing front, there's LG's TurboWash 360 technology, which comprises five powerful jets that surround clothes from multiple angles around the drum. This more efficient way of washing means you can do full loads in under 30 minutes and gets the thumbs up from happy owners of this model. The WM3900HBA also gets 6Motion technology, which combines up to six different wash motions to ensure clothes are cleaned thoroughly. This machine's washing tech uses water efficiently. Many buyers are amazed at how little water this washer needs. If energy-saving appeals to you, then you should note this machine also offers economical ColdWash. Also, the machine's LoDecibel quiet operation and its TrueBalance anti-vibration system can make you forget that you have a washer. This machine will also appeal to allergy sufferers thanks to its "Allergiene" cycle that removes allergens, like pet dander. In fact, it's certified as asthma- and allergy-friendly by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Pros: Jet wash & 6Motion tech Anti-allergen cycle Voice control Quiet operation Cons: No keep fresh option No steam function Best Compact Design LG WM3900HBA Smart Wi-Fi-Enabled Front Load Washer with TurboWash 360 Technology $900 at Best Buy $900 at Electric Express Lean clean machine Packed with smart mechanical and digital tech, this slimline LG washing machine has a manageable footprint and a do-able price tag. Best Intelligent Controls: Whirlpool WFW9620HBK Smart Front Load Washing Machine with Load & Go XL Plus Dispenser Whirlpool's WFW9620HBK model is a larger five cubic feet capacity model with a smart touchscreen control panel and the ability to control it via the Whirlpool app. It's available in basic white or black and grey chrome finishes. That generous capacity makes it an excellent choice for larger households. Like the GE washing machine, this model can handle bulk capacities of detergent. You fill up the machine's Load & Go XL Plus dispenser with detergent and fabric softener with enough product to last 40 loads, and then get notifications when you're running low, which is a pretty convenient feature. Washing functionality includes a Steam Clean option, a Sanitize cycle with higher temps to kill bacteria, a Cold Wash option, and that always useful Quick Wash cycle. This machine also has the fantastic ability to keep clothes fresh for up to 12 hours after the cycle has ended. You simply hit the "Wash & Dry" button before the cycle starts, and after it's done. A built-in fan activates, gently tumble drying the clothes until you're ready to remove them. The Whirlpool app lets you set, start, or pause the wash cycle and monitor progress remotely. That touchscreen panel doesn't just look good — it learns, adapts, and suggests customized presets based on what you've selected before. You can also customize up to 30 of your own favorite washing routines. The touchscreen is very easy to use, with many stating they were able to start using this machine without looking at the instructions. Whirlpool has plans for the companion app that includes controlling the machine with a voice-controlled device, and the ability to reorder your preferred laundry supplies automatically. So, you'll never run out if you connect the app to your Amazon account. Pros: Sanitize cycle Bulk detergent abilities Five cubic feet capacity Intelligent touchscreen controls Cons: High cost No voice control Best Intelligent Controls Whirlpool WFW9620HBK Smart Front Load Washing Machine with Load & Go XL Plus Dispenser $1,395 at Home Depot $1,395 at Best Buy The washerator We recommend this machine for its sleek looks and touchscreen control panel, but on top of that, you also get awesome app control. Keep it clean The smart washing market has grown rapidly in recent years. You can now get machines that vary from capacities of 2.8 cubic feet to a vast seven cubic feet. There are also combined washer/dryer options and top-loading models too. To keep this comparison guide tight, we've concentrated on front-loading machines that range from 4.5 to five cubic feet in capacity, which is the perfect size for an average household. All these machines can be controlled and monitored via a companion app. In the case of our best overall pick, the Samsung High-Efficiency Front Load Washer with AddWash Door, you can remotely monitor the progress of your wash and even schedule cycles to start from the comfort of your couch. The app also lets you know when the wash is complete, a handy function to remind you to grab your clean washing while it's still fresh. The Samsung option also offers some solid technology on the actual washing side of things. With a vibration-reducing design, it runs quietly, so it's not going to disturb the whole household. You can also add any items you've forgotten after the wash has started, which is very convenient. It's especially ideal for when you've just hit the "On" button and turn around to see a stray sock on the utility room floor, and it may be the perfect fit for your home. Credits — The team that worked on this guide Amy-Mae Turner As someone who once left a load of her family's socks in the washing machine for three days, Amy-Mae was the perfect person to look at smart laundry options.
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What is the future of AI in entertainment?
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming our lives in more ways than we can imagine. While many applications of AI have already found endorsement in the manufacturing and automobile sector, it is the enormous impact AI is having on the Media and Entertainment sector that has captured our imagination owing to the new technology’s real near-term applications for the industry. Sunny Dhillon, Co-Founder, Signia Ventures with $160m+ under management in his blog explains some of the most exciting examples to underscore AI’s power to change the way we consume entertainment and media.
Bedtime Stories will Never be the Same Again
Using AI, companies like Novel Effect are producing interactive voice content that summons a menagerie of sound effects to accompany a parent’s narration of the favourite story of their children. Now add to it the interactive hologram technology provided by companies like 8i, one would not be surprised seeing the children playing with interactive characters.Thanks to companies like Earplay, which is building hands-free and eyes-free choose-your-own-adventure experiences for mobile devices, moms can relax after tucking their kids in the bed as an interactive audio story plays with her voice in the background.
See the Disneyland Come Alive
AI is emerging as the top contender in transforming the way we cherish our theme park fantasies. Imagine a semi-autonomous R2D2 droid built by zippy Resources and Information. in Disneyland’s upcoming Star Wars Land. With its sidewalk-safe autonomous navigation technology, it could basically be a self-driving robot that’s safe around kids and families, giving wings to their imagination in a ‘futuristic’ world. Or think about Mickey Mouse talking and responding to questions in Disneyland in his recognizable chuckling voice. AI has the power to make all this possible by bringing our childhood memories to life.
Listen to News in Your Favourite Celebrity’s Voice
Voice-interactive AI like Siri and Alexa is already on its way to become the next big thing. However, companies Lyrebird are adding more capabilities to it by enabling it to borrow voices from celebrities. The company enables voices to be mimicked from the perspective of pitch, tone, and modulation. So, in future who wouldn’t love to listen to news read out by Taylor Swift or having their queries about the weather answered by the smooth timbres of Morgan Freeman. However, this technology has a flip side too as it was recently proven by the University of Washington where a digital Barack Obama was created with astounding similarities of speech and demeanour to underscore the real treat of fake videos influencing public opinion.
Escape the Post-Apocalyptic Earth
Applying Artificial Intelligence to virtual reality has the potential to make almost every aspect of it more immersive and believable. Gaming companies like Rival Theory have already made strides in this space. Its Rain AI engine is being used by more than 100,000 game developers around the world. The 2016 Game Developers Conference saw a short film featuring an interactive VR character — Gary the Gull — built using the same platform.
Automation of Animation
Midas Touch Interactive has created a tool that automates the process for animating 2D characters. Pixar too is leveraging deep-learning techniques trained on “Finding Dory” to detect and iron out grainy frames in its productions.
Advertisers Will Know How you Feel
AI advances will help advertisers to know customer’s tastes or moods. Emotion and facial-recognition technology will allow content providers to select what you see based on how you’re feeling. There are companies like TVision that are already measuring the attention audiences pay to TV content by analyzing “actual eyes on screen”. The videogame company Flying Mollusk Studio has already used software to produce a psychological thriller game whose difficulty changes with the player’s level of fear.
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Amazon FreeTime for Alexa adds routines, kids’ podcasts and audiobooks
Amazon today announced it’s rolling out new features for its FreeTime service for parents and children, which recently started working with Alexa, allowing parents to control children’s experience with the personal assistant. Now, the FreeTime service for Alexa will also support routines – the combination of voice commands that can be kicked off with a single phrase. For example, parents could say, “Alexa, it’s bedtime” to have Alexa turn off the lights, lower the shades and play lullabies. The company said it’s also adding other features for kids, as well, including podcasts and over 1,000 audiobooks for kids.
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Amazons Echo Dot Kids Edition gains new skills from Disney and others
Amazon is today rolling out a set of new features to its Echo Dot Kids Edition devices — the now $70 version of the Echo Dot smart speaker that ships with a protective case and a year’s subscription to Amazon FreeTime, normally a $2.99 per month subscription for Prime members. Now joining the Kids Edition’s parental controls and other exclusive content are new skills from Disney, Hotel Transylvania and Pac-Man, as well as a calming “Sleep Sounds” skill for bedtime.
There are now four new skills that play sounds of thunderstorms, rain, the ocean or a babbling brook, as well as an all-encompassing “Sleep Sounds” skill that offers 42 different soothing options from which to choose. New parents may be glad to know that this includes baby-soothing sounds like cars, trains and the vacuum (don’t knock it until you try it, folks — it works).
Amazon clarified to us that while there is a version of sleep sounds in the Skill Store today, this version launching on the Kids Edition is a different, child-directed version.
Also new to the Kids Edition is “Disney Plot Twist,” which is like a Disney version of Mad Libs, where players change out words and phrases in short adventure stories. The skill features popular Disney characters like Anna, Olaf and Kristoff as the narrators and is exclusive to Kids Edition devices.
The new movie “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” is featured in another new skill, Drac’s Pack, which includes monster stories, songs and jokes.
Meanwhile, Pac-Man Stories is a skill that includes interactive stories for the whole family that work similar to choose-your-own-adventures — that is, the decisions you make will affect the ending.
Both of these are broadly available on Alexa, meaning they don’t require a Kids Edition device to access.
Stories, however, does appear to be one of the areas Amazon is investing in to make its Alexa-powered speakers more appealing to families with young children. The company recently decided to stop working on its chat stories app Amazon Rapids, saying it will instead continue to adapt those Amazon Rapids stories for the Alexa platform.
Amazon also tries to market the Echo Dot Kids Edition to families by making some kid-friendly content, like Disney Plot Twist, available exclusively to device owners.
For example, it already offers with this device exclusive kid skills like Disney Stories, Loud House Challenge, No Way That’s True, Funny Fill In, Spongebob Challenge, Weird but True, Name that Animal, This or That, Word world, Ben ten, Classroom thirteen, Batman Adventures and Climb the Beanstalk.
But the Kids Edition can also be confusing to use, because the exclusive skills come whitelisted and ready to go, while other kid-safe skills have to be manually whitelisted through a parent’s dashboard. And there isn’t enough instruction either from Alexa or in the Alexa app on this process, at present, we found when testing the device earlier.
Unless there’s a specific exclusive skill that parents really want their kids to have, the savings are also minimal when buying the Kids Edition Dot/FreeTime bundle, versus buying a regular Dot and adding FreeTime separately.
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Amazon made an Echo Dot for kids, and it costs $30 more than the original
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Those with an Amazon Echo device in their home have likely already exposed their children to Alexa. Now, Amazon wants to give kids the opportunity to turn Alexa into their friend with the new Echo Dot Kids Edition. The hockey puck-like smart speaker doesn't look much different than the original Dot, but it comes with new "Amazon FreeTIme" content that gives kids new ways to interact with Alexa and parents more control over over those interactions.
The $79 Echo Dot Kids Edition takes the original device's design and wraps it in a kid-friendly, colorful case. Otherwise, the hardware is the same as the tiny smart speaker that debuted in 2016. While the regular, $49 Dot is considered a more affordable and accessible version of the regular Echo speaker, the Kids Edition costs more thanks to its bundled software. Amazon includes a two-year warranty plus a one-year subscription to the new Amazon FreeTime Unlimited service, an expanded version of Amazon's new FreeTime for Alexa.
FreeTime gives users "family-focused features" and new parental controls that adults can use to restrict what their kids can do with Alexa. Family features include "Education Q&A," allowing kids to ask Alexa science, math, spelling, and definition questions, "Alexa Speaks 'Kid,'" which gives Alexa kid-appropriate answers to nebulous statements that kids may say such as, "Alexa, I'm bored." Parents can also limit the times during which kids can speak to Alexa (like no talking to it after bedtime), restrict the skills kids can use, filter out songs with explicit lyrics, and more.
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Amazon’s new ‘Alexa Blueprints’ let anyone create custom Alexa skills and responses
Amazon this morning is introducing “Alexa Blueprints,” a new way for any Alexa owner to create their own customized Alexa skills or responses, without needing to know how to code. The idea is to allow Alexa owners to create their own voice apps, like a trivia game or bedtime stories, or teach Alexa to respond to questions with answers they design – like “Who’s the best mom in the world?,” for example.
You could also create a skill that includes helpful information for the babysitter, which could be triggered by the command, “Alexa, open My Sitter,” Amazon suggests.
“Alexa Skill Blueprints is an entirely new way for you to teach Alexa personalized skills just for you and your family,” explained Steve Rabuchin, Vice President, Amazon Alexa, in a statement about the launch. “You don’t need experience building skills or coding to get started—my family created our own jokes skill in a matter of minutes, and it’s been a blast to interact with Alexa in a totally new and personal way.”
To build your own skill or custom Alexa response, users will visit the website blueprints.amazon.com and select a template.
At launch, there are over 20 templates across categories like Fun & Games, At Home, Storyteller, and Learning & Knowledge.
The templates are designed so you can just fill in the bits and pieces that make them personalized to your needs. You won’t need to go through a series of complicated steps, and no technical knowledge is required. The templates are even pre-filled and work as is, if you just want to try them out before making your own.
After you’ve filled in your own content, you name it and publish with a click. This makes the skill or response available to all Alexa-enabled devices associated with your own Amazon account. But it’s not available to the public or the Alexa Skills Store.
Families with Echo devices, in particular, seem to be a heavy focus for Alexa Blueprints. Kids have readily taken to Alexa, and today there are nearly 500 public Alexa skills built for kids alone. Families also often have private jokes and bedtime rituals where Alexa could come in – offering to “tell a Dad joke” or “start Anna’s story,” for instance. Plus, Alexa is designed as a home companion – controlling smart devices, playing music, setting timers, and offering information like news and weather, among other things.
But families aren’t the only ones would could take advantage of Alexa Blueprints. College students could use the flash cards custom skill when studying, while a group of friends or roommates could design their own trivia games. And Airbnb owners could set up a skill for their houseguests.
After you’ve created the custom skill, it will be available in the Skills You’ve Made webpage on the Blueprints site. You’ll also be able to enable, disable and delete your skills.
The feature could give Amazon an edge in selling its Echo speakers to consumers, as it’s now the only platform offering this level of customization – Apple’s HomePod is really designed for music lovers, and doesn’t support third-party apps. Google Home also doesn’t offer this type of customization.
All three are competing to be the voice assistant people use in their home, but Alexa so far is leading by a wide margin – it still has roughly 70 percent of the smart speaker market.
Alexa Blueprints are available today in the U.S. only.
The full list of Alexa Blueprints available at launch is below:
At Home
Custom Q&A: Customize responses to your questions
Houseguest: Make your guests feel at home with quick access to important info
Babysitter: Help your sitter find things, remember steps and get important info
Pet Sitter: Help your pet sitter care for your favorite animal
Fun & Games
Family Jokes: Create a list of your favorite jokes for when you need a laugh
Trivia: Create your own multiple choice trivia game on any topic
Inspirations: Curate a list of your favorite inspirational quotes
Family Trivia: Play together and brush up on family history
Bachelorette Party: Play to find out how well the bride’s friends know her
Birthday Trivia: Play to see who knows the birthday girl or boy best
Burns: Roast your friends and family with lighthearted burns
Compliments: Flatter your favorites with a list of custom compliments
Double Trouble: Find out which couple knows each other best with this customizable game
First Letter: Play a game of categories starting with a certain letter
Storyteller
Adventure: Write an adventure story where your child is the hero
Fairy Tale: Customize an interactive prince and princess-themed tale
Sci-Fi: Create an interactive story with a far-out theme
Fable: Create a short narrative with a moral of the story
Learning & Knowledge
Flash Cards: Study, test yourself, and master any subject by voice
Facts: Keep a list of facts on your favorite topic, all in one place
Quiz: Challenge yourself and others with a customizable quiz
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Hatch Introduces Restore, Expanding Its Sleep Support Beyond Families for the First Time to Help Adults Sleep Soundly
#hatch #snooze #sleep Babies, kids, adults…everyone feels better after a good night of sleep. And at Hatch, we know sleep — we’ve helped over half a million families sleep better, and we’re just getting started. Originally inspired by new parents and their babies, Hatch has evolved our suite of smart sleep products to help humans of all ages and stages develop — and maintain — natural, healthy sleep habits. Designed by experts and loved by parents, Hatch first launched the Grow Smart Changing Pad and Scale, a seamless solution to help parents track baby milestones. Our original Rest Family also includes the Rest and Rest+, all-in-one sleep solutions designed for babies and kids that can be controlled remotely. Launched in 2014 by parent entrepreneurs Ann Crady Weiss and Dave Weiss, and featured on “Shark Tank” in 2016, Hatch is headquartered in Menlo Park. For more information, visit Hatch.co. Hatch’s latest product helps you get your best sleep, bringing together what’s proven to work and making it simple. This year at CES, Hatch will be showcasing their newest sleep solution — this time for adults — designed to simplify and personalize the way that you fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up. About Rest+ Just released in June, Rest+ is the newest member of the Hatch Rest family, designed to make bedtime a little easier for both kids and parents. Rest+ packs five nursery necessities in one sleek all-in-one product: a sound machine, night light, time-to-rise, audio monitor and clock. The gadget also offers parents hands-free help thanks to Alexa, as well as cord-free capabilities that give parents a backup battery in case of a power outage during a winter storm or for quick naps around the house. About Rest Rest is the original sleep solution from Hatch designed to help families develop a healthy sleep schedule. In one sleek device, Rest features include a smart night light, soothing sound machine, and a helpful time-to-rise setting. While it’s a registry must-have, the Hatch Rest doesn’t just offer help to parents of newborns. As your baby grows, Rest grows with them, first providing soft light for middle of the night diaper changes and nursing sessions, then providing the comfort of a nightlight for toddlers, and finally alerting your child when it is to get out of bed in the morning. About Grow The Hatch Grow Smart Changing Pad makes it easy to track your baby’s weight, feedings, diaper changes and more. All information syncs directly to your smartphone via the Hatch Grow companion app, allowing parents to see how much their baby is growing. Parents can also receive push notifications about their child’s daily activities, allowing them to stay connected to their babies at work and on-the-go. Read the full article
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10 Best Amazon Alexa Skills You Had No Idea About
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Amazon’s svelte electronic assistant, Alexa, is ubiquitous at this position – it can be identified on smartphones, in smart speakers, and even has its own platform titled Alexa for Business that can assistance corporations combine it into smart places of work. While Alexa is remarkable in its abilities, it is however confined, which is exactly where it is Alexa Capabilities actually impress.
Alexa Capabilities are mainly applications for Alexa, made by third functions to give it qualities outside of its first goal. They make your house lifestyle, operate, and vacation less difficult, and can be applied by business people and organization builders to rejuvenate their industry. You probably presently know how Alexa can participate in new music and check the weather conditions, but did you know it can report the hold out times for the protection line at your local airport? Here’s 10 Amazon Alexa capabilities you experienced no strategy about!
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10 IT CAN GIVE YOU Treatment
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While this distinct Alexa ability should not change your real therapist or the healthy coping mechanisms in your lifestyle, it is a nifty very little element that boosts your self-self-confidence. The Treatment Ability basically allows you vent to Alexa all of your complications at operate, university, or house without having judgment.
Absolutely sure, it may possibly seem odd to yell at your smart speaker, but Alexa will reply with words of encouragement, and remind you of your self-really worth. Sound a very little way too New Age for you? Then you’ve hardly ever experienced positive reinforcement on need in advance of! Even if positive words occur from a device, they can however make you truly feel excellent. Just check with C-3PO.
9 IT CAN Assist YOU Prepare dinner
Who realized Alexa could be so beneficial in the kitchen? Alexa cooking capabilities permit you save time and energy by generating guaranteed you really do not slave in excess of a very hot stove for a further. Want a cooking tutorial and have an Anova Precision Cooker? Just use your voice to access Anova Culinary and inform it to assistance you cook dinner steak, or enhance the temperature.
You can also use cooking capabilities like Joule: Sous Vide by ChefSteps to recall previous cooking configurations with your voice. Basically say a command like, “Alexa, check with Joule to cook dinner my steak the way I manufactured it past time” and off it will go. It also lets you to check the temperature and check the position of your meal.
8 IT CAN MAKE YOU A Extravagant BARTENDER
If you want to check out your sommelier or bartending capabilities, permit Alexa be your barback! If you’re prepping a intimate meal or sitting down to a evening meal celebration and you’re not guaranteed which wine to pair with your entree, the MySomm ability has you coated. Employing voice command, merely say, “Alexa, check with Wine Gal what wine pairs with my chicken?”. The similar applies for beer by making use of the What beer? Ability.
If you want to try out generating up a fancy cocktail, just access The Bartender to come across out what a specialty drink is manufactured from. It will list the recipe and what substances you want. You are going to be an amazing mixologist in no time!
7 IT Will help YOU Hold ON YOUR Diet program
If you come across your self way too hectic with operate, hobbies, or spouse and children to program or track your diet all the time, permit Alexa lend you a hand. With Monitor by Nutritionix, you can record your foods like an auditory foods journal, as properly as check with what the caloric count is of various foodstuff. Employing voice commands, you can check with Alexa to log every thing you eat so you know you’re keeping healthy.
If you’re way too hectic to cook dinner and store, just open Meal Concept and Alexa will give you recipes that get in touch with for points you presently have in your dwelling. All the recipes are simple and filling, and ordinarily, only involve two or a few substances to make. Very best of all, you really do not even have to go away your dwelling.
six IT Will help YOU REORDER YOUR FAV Factors
The Echo Dot
When it comes to specified necessities like pizza and coffee, you just want them completed a specified way. The good news is, Alexa feels the similar, and so features way to reorder your favorite things accurately how you want them. With Domino’s Effortless Buy, you can check with Alexa to put your Effortless Buy, and even track it from the time the pie is manufactured to delivery.The similar goes for Pizza Hut!
If you want a unexpected jolt of caffeine, Starbucks Reorder has you coated. Just help the ability, and link your Starbucks cell app account. It will put an buy at one particular of the 10 prior Starbucks you’ve absent into. It lets you to swap among up to five prior cell orders.
five IT Will help YOU Monitor YOUR Conditioning
While you probably presently have a Fitbit or a cell app on your cell phone that aids you track your daily fitness development, the Alexa fitness capabilities are a excellent addition to what aids maintain you healthy. You can access fitness plans, like the 7-Minute Training that will blast as a result of the Alexa speakers, acquiring you to a maximum sweat in significantly less than 10 minutes.
For individuals with even significantly less time in their hectic schedules, there’s even a five-moment exercise session program! And for individuals that do wear a Fitbit, Alexa can be synced with it so you can check with Alexa about your development or even how you’ve been sleeping at night time.
four IT Tends to make Journey Less difficult
Just believe of Alexa as your digital skycap, taking the stress out of all your traveling. It has a Kayak ability to assistance you program your following excursion, evaluating airfare throughout a number of airlines. Just before you even walk out the doorway to capture your flight, you can use the Airport Stability Line Wait around Moments ability to check the hold out times of the protection traces at the airport you’re going to.
With a database that features in excess of 450 airports around the US, you are going to hardly ever have to squander a further moment in line. Basically check with Alexa for the hold out time at your airport terminal.s a number of airlines. You can even check with Alexa exactly where to go based on how substantially funds you have to allocate to vacation. The ability will check with you for extra info to refine your search.
three IT CAN MAKE YOU Appear to be LIKE A GENIUS
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Want to look smarter to your buddies, spouse and children, and coworkers? Alexa can assistance you seem like a Jeopardy champion with a several of its capabilities. With This Day in History ability, Alexa will give you a daily heritage lesson. All you have to do is open it by voice command and specify a date!
If you want random facts along with heritage, you can study a thing new and amusing each and every day with the Reddit TIL ability. Accessing the best 25 TIL (Today, I Realized) Reddit posts of the day, it will enlighten you on a variety of topics. Appear to be the mental paradigm of all your buddies without having even attempting, and dazzle them with a several jokes from the Geek Humor ability that specializes in science and tech-related laughs.
two IT CAN Assist YOU Unwind
Did you know you can make your children the middle of their own bedtime stories? Never ever struggle with your kids all over again about what bedtime tale to read – they all concentrate on them! With the Limited Bedtime Tale ability, you can not only have Alexa read the stories, but you can enter your children’s names to substitute for all the other people.
Use the Ambient Sounds ability from Alexa to assistance you doze off once the kiddos are in bed. Opt for from the seem of wind chimes, thunderstorms, rain, as properly as dozens of some others. With a voice prompt, Alexa will give you the overall list of calming mother nature sounds.
one IT CAN INTRODUCE YOU TO NEW PODCASTS
Have a extended push ahead of you, or want to place a thing on though you’re cleansing? The Anypod ability is a ability for pro podcast listeners. It is one particular of the several created-in podcast capabilities Alexa has, and it lets you to subscribe to your favorites, as properly as request specified episodes. It even lets you to link your Stitcher account to listen to all your favorite podcasts that way.
Simply cannot come to a decision? Accessibility the Understand One thing Radio ability to hear to Freakonomics, Concealed Mind, NPR, and far more mental options. You can usually place on an engrossing TED chat with Alexa making use of the TED Talks ability, which allows you specify the chat by group and topic. And of class, you can usually just hear to new music!
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The battle over which tech company’s smart speaker will ultimately live in your house continues to heat up. Today, Facebook announced its new speaker, called Portal, in a bid to compete with Amazon and Google in the quickly growing market.
The smart speaker industry is already lucrative: According to eMarketer’s 2018 forecast, 90 million Americans have a smart speaker in their home, and that number is growing at an annual rate of almost 48 percent. These devices are generally wireless, internet-powered speakers with built-in voice assistants that perform tasks like checking the weather and doing online shopping.
The most popular ones are made by Google and Amazon, but Facebook is entering the fray. It’s looking for ways to increase its profits and to solidify its reputation for enabling friendly communication — an image it’s having trouble hanging onto these days. The company has been embroiled with scandals regarding privacy and communication, which could overshadow even its most impressive technological advancements.
Facebook’s Portal is arguably the company’s first big push in the gadget space (although it did buy virtual reality startup Oculus in 2014 for $2 billion, which sells VR headsets). Moving into an already crowded arena, Facebook is hoping to find an edge by tackling video chat.
The Portal (which seems more like a smart tablet than a smart speaker) comes with a rectangular high-definition screen. It also has a microphone that’s set up with Amazon’s voice assistant, Alexa, an interesting move considering Facebook’s device is meant to be in competition with Amazon’s Echo smart speaker.
Portal links up with Facebook accounts, allowing video calls to friends via Facebook Messenger. The high-def “Smart Camera” then uses artificial intelligence to follow a user around the room during video calls.
This could be a game-changer for video chat. Rather than users having to sit in front of a laptop or tablet during a video call, Facebook says its cameras will “adjust to follow the action … whether you’re moving around the kitchen or chasing the kids through the living room.” The camera also widens its focus as more people enter the room.
Facebook’s Portal is available in two models: There’s the standard Portal, which costs $199 and looks like a tablet with a large speaker built in. The Portal+, for $349, looks like a Frankenstein version of an Apple iPad attached to a Bose home speaker. Portals are available for preorder on Monday, and they will be shipped to customers in November. The speakers are being sold on the Facebook site and will also be available from Best Buy and Amazon.
It makes sense for the Silicon Valley giant to wade into this territory, as smart speakers are the next frontier for Big Tech. Marketwatch believes smart speakers will become a $30 billion business by 2024.
Facebook, up until now, has also been a purveyor of social interactions, and not gadgets. But connected devices aren’t ends in themselves, but rather a means to those ends: They’re entry points into people’s homes. As Kaitlyn Tiffany wrote for Vox after Amazon debuted its smart microwave, these connected devices are Trojan horses: “an inexpensive entry point, an easy graduation gift, a staple that sometimes needs replacing, and a not-so-intrusive and not-so-useful but also not un-useful household item.”
Gadgets from Facebook and Amazon, the thinking goes, will eventually weasel their way into users’ homes, regardless of whether they really need them.
According to eMarketer, however, one such device isn’t selling very well: Apple’s HomePod. Its $349 price tag is apparently just too high for customers. Facebook’s Portal+ is the same price as Apple’s HomePod, and its standard Portal is nearly half the price. But it’s unclear if shoppers will want to spend money on another gadget when their iPhones, laptops, and tablets do the trick — and the Amazon Echo starts as low as $79.99.
Portal also won’t be able to replace other connected devices, at least at first. The gadgets don’t have a web browser, and you can’t access Netflix, Hulu, Youtube, or — strangely — the Facebook app, TechCrunch points out. This is an intentional decision, company representatives told the Wall Street Journal: Facebook wants Portal to “focus primarily on communication, rather than browsing.”
Perhaps the better question isn’t if people will have enough money to buy Facebook gadgets — it’s whether they’ll actually want to do it.
Facebook boasts more than 2 billion users, so the Portal will largely rely on that communication network. It can use your Facebook data, for example, to make a suggested call list of the people it believes is in your closest circles, according to TechCrunch.
But will users want the tech industry’s least-trusted company facilitating video chats? This is, after all, the company that can’t seem to escape communication and privacy scandals. Just on the heels of its Cambridge Analytica scandal, Facebook is taking heat for enabling hate speech in Myanmar and being blamed for violence in India, the Philippines, Libya, and Germany. The company says it’s trying to put out the flames but has been widely criticized for being slow to act. (Its founder, Mark Zuckerberg, has also been scrutinized for his failure to take responsibility at all.)
And just two weeks ago, Facebook admitted a security breach had compromised the accounts of 50 million users — one of the largest security breaches ever. Are you interested in gossiping about your sister to your mom under this company’s watch?
The Facebook Portal is selling for $199 and has Amazon Alexa built into it. Facebook
To its credit, Facebook is approaching the launch with all of this in mind. In its marketing, the company is sure to note that Portal devices are first and foremost “private by design.” The gadgets come with camera covers that can be placed over the lenses “so that you are in control,” and the microphone is disabled with a single tap of the screen.
Facebook tells users that its AI does not use facial recognition technology, and that the company “doesn’t listen to, view or keep the contents of your Portal video calls.” It also promises that the calls are not saved on Facebook servers.
All of these details are no doubt being pointed out with Facebook’s recent privacy calamities in mind. They also call to mind recent privacy violations perpetrated by other companies. In May, a couple from Portland, Oregon, said their Amazon speaker recorded their conversation and send it to a random contact.
Facebook Portal’s video chat capabilities will have a couple of perks: It’ll have the same filters that make Instagram so fun, along with a feature called Storytime, which will feed a narrator a story via teleprompter, and animate the story onscreen in real time — perfect for parents or other relatives who want to read a child a bedtime story from far away.
But even those cute diversions might not be enough for customers to allow Facebook’s cameras and microphones into their homes right now. As one Facebook commenter said of Zuckerberg’s Portal announcement, “Hey, Mark. Why don’t you stop introducing new shit and fix the old shit?”
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