As computing has developed over the past four decades, we increasingly see products designed to be more ‘disposable’ rather than upgradeable or made to last longer. However, there are still bright spots within the ecosystem that allow consumers t...
Big Tech companies trying to roll out new AI tools face some blowback in recent weeks, whether it was OpenAI using a Scarlett Johannson-like voice (without her permission or licensing) to tout new voice AI features; or Microsoft hyping a new feature ...
Four years after most employees began using video calls for meetings, workers are discovering that they are still not good with the technology. In addition, a new survey suggests that video calls cause anxiety and fatigue. In this episode, Keith chat...
OpenAI launches a new AI model that lets users have voice conversations with ChatGPT, creating the world of ‘Her’. With rumors of Apple creating a “better Siri” at some point, are we getting to a world with better AI voice assistants? Guest c...
The onslaught of new artificial intelligence tools is causing burnout for many engineers, while another research paper suggests that AI will produce generic, bland content if humans don’t challenge the AI systems to be better. Also, Apple faces bac...
As businesses look to deploy artificial intelligence, many are concerned about making sure the systems are 100% accurate in their responses, and that ‘AI hallucinations’, where the system seems to make up answers, are eliminated. However, there a...
Elon Musk gets rid of most of his Supercharger team, confusing and stunning others in the automotive industry, which leads us to ask whether Musk is playing chess while the rest of us play checkers. Chris Shaw, CMO of NTT Research, joins the show as ...
Despite low unemployment numbers and reports of “plenty of jobs available” in the technology space, many job seekers are still struggling to find work. Encountering hurdles such as AI-driven applicant tracking systems, fake job listings, recruitm...
The countdown clock for TikTok in the U.S. continues to run, as the Senate passes a bill and President Biden signs it into law, giving the Chinese-owned company up to a year to sell to a new owner, or face a U.S. ban. Analyst Jack Gold joins the show...
Companies like Apple and Meta are grabbing the headlines for augmented and virtual reality technology (or calling it ‘spatial computing’), but is there still a market for the idea of mixed reality, which merges both technology into an augmented a...
While some company layoffs at companies like Tesla and Rivian indicate a lower demand for electric vehicles, companies like Google and Best Buy may have said the quiet part out loud – investments in AI might be one of the reasons they are letting p...
Advances in battery performance, design, form factors and lightweight materials are all contributing to a potential boost in wearable computing devices that move beyond the smart watch. Whether devices will be worn on your face, neck, hands or even f...
With the arrival of the Apple Vision Pro and renewed interest in virtual reality offerings by Meta, it looks like shipments of the devices will grow in 2024 and beyond. Keith chats with IDC’s Ramon Llamas about the impact of Apple’s entrance into...
OpenAI announces a tool that can clone a person’s voice based only on a 15-second audio clip, while a song generator can now generate a three-minute song from natural language prompts. Brandon Mahne joins the crew as guest co-host as they also disc...
The rise of social media addiction and behavioral issues has also corresponded with the rise of smartphone usage, especially among adolescents. When talking about the behavioral issues caused by social media addiction, how much of this can also be at...
FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried will be in federal prison for a very long time for his role in conspiracy and fraud charges from the collapse of the crypto exchange he started. Guest co-host Brandon Mahne joins Keith and Chris to discuss these and o...
Parents and end users who are worried about the potential effects of social media addiction can take more proactive steps to help stave off potential behavioral issues as a result. Keith chats with John Paul Simon, director of clinical interventions ...
Using tactics like how Las Vegas casinos keep customers in their seats, big social media companies are designing interfaces to keep users on the platform for longer periods of times. This can be very problematic for younger users, who have brains tha...
The last two years has seen more than 310,000 layoffs from more than 200 tech companies, indicating an issue with employment in the technology sector. While some experts say there are plenty of open technology positions at companies, anecdotal eviden...
While news publishers have often used ‘clickbait’ and other misleading headlines to sell newspapers and content for years, the rise of generative artificial intelligence means that we can expect even more “junk content” that could be misleadi...
A multi-district lawsuit against the major social media companies (Meta, TikTok, Google, Snapchat) alleges their algorithms are defective because they are designed to maximize screen time, which can encourage addictive behavior in adolescents. Keith ...
The U.S. Congress takes the first step against a potential ban or sale of TikTok through House legislation, but will this mean the end of the social media app as we know it? Meanwhile, Europe begins adding safeguards around artificial intelligence te...
With more AI models and tools coming out from companies on a weekly basis, we are beginning to wonder whether this will turn many companies away from the technology as they look for the ‘best tool possible.’ Meanwhile, continued errors and AI hal...
Over the past 20 years, innovation and new products seemed to come mainly from Silicon Valley entrepreneurs and other venture capitalist investments. But that may be changing, as research labs, academics and research and development groups come up wi...
The ‘spatial computing’ Apple Vision Pro has been out for a few weeks now, and reviews have been mixed about whether this is the future of computing or just a really expensive gadget. Keith chats with Macworld’s Mike Simon and Jason Cross, and ...
The Apple Vision Pro has been out for a few weeks now, and reviews have been mixed about whether this is the future of computing or just a really expensive gadget. Macworld’s Mike Simon and Jason Cross, and Computerworld contributing writer Michael...
In our latest technology news roundup, we discuss how scammers were able to grab $25 million from a Hong Kong company’s finance employee by using deepfaked AI video; the rise of dumb people using Apple Vision Pro devices in not-so-smart ways, and w...
What makes a company among the best for IT professionals? The pay? The benefits? Career growth opportunities? Keith Shaw chats with Beck Stackpole and Valerie Potter about Computerworld’s Best Places to Work in IT 2024, now in its 30th year. What b...
Since ChatGPT was released a year ago, generative AI tools have disrupted the way we work, play, draw and create. Keith Shaw chats with resident AI experts Nicholas Mattei (Tulane University) and Mike Mason (Thoughtworks) about what was good, bad and...
Microsoft has invested $13.1B in generative artificial intelligence, but early indications of Copilot for Windows suggests it’s nothing more than an updated version of Clippy. Can other versions of Copilot, such as M365 for enterprise users, be mor...
Recent trends indicate continuing problems around generative AI, such as security issues, the ‘dumbening’ of the tech, and cost problems — which leads us to wonder whether we are about to hit the proverbial ‘trough of disillusionment.’ Is t...
Apple's September launch event for the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro (and Apple Watch Series 9) showcased several improvements in performance and features, and a continued commitment to environmental sustainability. Keith Shaw chats with Macworld’s Michael ...
Technology that can create artificial intelligent avatars of humans is now moving beyond just celebrities and politicians. Influencers, news anchors, college professors and even brand mascots may soon have AI avatars that can interact with customers....
Despite hype and negative headlines about generative AI and tools like ChatGPT, companies are finding useful and efficient uses for the tools. We chat with Ajay Mohan, a principal of AI and analytics at Capgemini, about the ways in which businesses w...
With the costs of large language models and generative AI platforms coming down, companies are beginning to explore highly focused systems that can answer questions to specific, niche topics. We explore the pros and cons of this approach with Lawrenc...
New research shows that companies involved in a four-day workweek project benefited from improved productivity and better mental health for employees, with the number of hours needed to complete the same amount of work continuing to decline. Lucas Me...
The looming launch of electronic data record exchanges will allow more doctors, hospitals and other health providers to more easily share records amongst each other. This should ease the ability for clinicians to see the entire health history of pati...
One week after Apple’s Vision Pro augmented reality headset, has the shine and hype subsided? Keith checks in with Computerworld editor Ken Mingis about whether this is just a case of Apple fan fervor, or if the company has revolutionized the ‘sp...
Apple announced its augmented reality headset, the Vision Pro, at its Worldwide Developer’s Conference (WWDC). But at $3,500, the heavy price tag limits a potential audience and use cases are hard to define. Keith Shaw is joined by Ramon Llamas, re...
The rumor mill around the possibility of an Apple AR/VR (augmented reailty / virtual reality) headset announcement at the June Worldwide Developers’ Conference kicks into high gear. Computerworld’s Ken Mingis and Macworld’s Michael Simon join K...
Apple has stayed on the sidelines for a lot of the ChatGPT/AI tool gold rush of late, but could that change with an AI-boosted Siri? Keith chats with Computerworld’s Ken Mingis and Macworld’s Michael Simon about a bunch of Apple-related developme...
Artificial intelligence, ongoing chip shortages, cybersecurity concerns and business transformation will likely be the biggest technology trends for 2023. We check in with key news editors and writers to see what they think will top the headlines thi...
Join Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld’s Ken Mingus as they discuss Apple product lineup as we head into the all-important holiday shopping season.
The biggest change in years to the Apple Watch line-up is the new Apple Watch Ultra. It’s big — and controversial. Macworld’s Michael Simon and Computerworld’s Ken Mingis weigh in on the new wearable, which users love or hate.
Macworld Executive Editor Michael Simon and Ken Mingis, executive editor at Computerworld, go over the high points of the new iPhone 14 Pro Max. Standouts include the "Dynamic Island" and always-on display.
Join Macworld Executive Editor Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis as they look ahead to Apple's big Sept. 7 iPhone event.
Join Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld executive editor Michael Simon as they discuss the latest Apple Watch rumors, new features and why this could be the biggest update ever.
Join Macworld executive editor Michael Simon and Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis as they talk about the latest iPhone 14 rumors – everything from anticipated release date to price to design changes. Plus, they'll talk about the features t...
Join Computerworld executive editor Ken Mingis and Macworld executive editor Michael Simon as they talk about their favorite features and biggest gripes with iOS 16, macOS Ventura and the rest of the OSes arriving from Apple this fall.
Join Macworld Executive Editor Michael Simon and Computerworld Executive Editor Ken Mingis as they break down the pros and cons of Apple's newest laptop.