Google Home
voice-enabled smart speaker developed by Google
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Videos Mentioning Google Home
E8: TikTok + Oracle, how privacy loss will impact society, economy & COVID outlooks for 2021
All-In Podcast
Cited as an example of a device with ambient audio listening capabilities.
Andrew Kortina of Venmo and Fin on Technological Determinism and Work's Relationship to Dignity
Y Combinator
Mentioned as an example of a pure software AI with natural language processing, but not capable of being a full-time assistant.
Thomas Tull: From Batman Dark Knight Trilogy to AI and The Rolling Stones | Lex Fridman Podcast #259
Lex Fridman
Google's smart speaker, mentioned as another basic home AI system.
Jessica Brillhart, Immersive Director, on VR and AR
Y Combinator
A smart speaker that people interact with daily, illustrating how AI integration has become commonplace.
Work at a Startup Expo 2018
Y Combinator
Volley develops voice-controlled games for Google Home devices.
Boris Sofman: Waymo, Cozmo, Self-Driving Cars, and the Future of Robotics | Lex Fridman Podcast #241
Lex Fridman
Google's smart speaker, similar to Alexa, which people generally do not tolerate initiating conversations, used to illustrate the importance of character in proactive interaction.
E122: Is AI the next great computing platform? ChatGPT vs. Google, containing AGI & RESTRICT Act
All-In Podcast
Google's smart home device, discussed in the context of AI integration with voice assistants.
Communicate with Users, Build Something They Want - Ryan Hoover of Product Hunt
Y Combinator
Used as an example of a voice-activated device that is convenient for simple tasks like playing music.
Artist Lauren McCarthy Will Be Your Home's Brain
Y Combinator
A smart home device similar to Amazon Alexa, which McCarthy mentions in the context of the rise of home automation.
Rosalind Picard: Affective Computing, Emotion, Privacy, and Health | Lex Fridman Podcast #24
Lex Fridman
A smart speaker developed by Google, mentioned as a device that listens and could potentially listen to user emotions.
David Eagleman: Neuroplasticity and the Livewired Brain | Lex Fridman Podcast #119
Lex Fridman
A smart speaker and voice assistant, mentioned as a tool for children to get 'just-in-time' learning by asking questions.
Sam Altman: Getting Fired (and Re-Hired) by OpenAI, Agents, AI Copyright issues
All-In Podcast
Mentioned as the current home automation system used by the host's family, implying a desire for an Apple-integrated alternative.
The Most PRODUCTIVE Desk Setups on YouTube
Ali Abdaal
Smart home platform integrated with Nanoleaf panels for lighting control.
Ep. 244: Cal Newport’s Thoughts on ChatGPT
Cal Newport
An example of ubiquitous at-home AI appliances that communicate via natural language, which Google uses to gather data for training better AI interfaces.
David Heinemeier Hansson Returns (Full Episode) | The Tim Ferriss Show (Podcast)
Tim Ferriss
Mentioned as an example of current AI systems that fail the Turing test, highlighting limitations.
Volley (W18) - YC Tech Talks: Gaming 2020 (November 9th, 2020)
Y Combinator
A voice-controlled smart speaker and virtual assistant platform where Volley Games has a popular music trivia game.