This week, Microsoft has started rolling out the Windows 11 2024 update, but it is clear that the company is more focused on unveiling new features for its Copilot AI and Copilot+ AI PCs. Devindra and Cherlynn discuss Microsoft’s current AI priorities and their implications for people with older PCs in this episode. They also touch on the demise of HoloLens and Microsoft’s abandonment of AR as Meta, Apple, and Snap gear up for an augmented reality future. Topics covered include the new Windows 11 update emphasizing Copilot integration, Amazon’s Fire HD 8 tablet line with AI features, Sonos’ app relaunch misfire due to tech debt, Gmail summaries enhancements by Google, Harvard students hacking facial recognition for Meta’s smart glasses, Reddit’s new policy making site-wide protests harder, Dan Cooper’s reMarkable Paper Pro review, and more. Hosts Devindra Hardawar and Cherlynn Low, along with producer Ben Ellman, delve into these tech topics and more on the Engadget Podcast. Subscribe now to catch the latest updates and discussions!
