May 15

May 15 AwesomeCast 686: Revving Up Tech: From Google I/O to Formula SAE

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Sorg, Chilla and Dave Podnar are here and some of them have sore legs…

Formula SAE International Combustion (IC) Event:
- Coverage of the internal combustion event, with plans for a future exclusive electric vehicle (EV) event.
- Mention of the involvement of students and volunteers in designing, building, and raising funds for their vehicles.
- Highlights of the endurance race and the high participation rate compared to previous years.
- Notable performance by the Brazilian team, securing first place in design and a top-five overall finish.
Google I/O Highlights:
- Discussion on Project Astra, an early version of Google’s universal assistant powered by DeepMind AI.
- Demonstration of the assistant’s ability to recognize and interact with objects in real-time using a smartphone camera.
- AI advancements in identifying objects and providing contextual information.
- Concerns about AI integration in search results and its impact on web traffic and information accuracy.
OpenAI GPT-4.0 Update:
- Introduction of GPT-4.0 (omni), capable of handling text, audio, and image inputs and outputs.
- Practical applications and improvements in AI interactions.
- Potential collaboration between OpenAI and Apple for integrating AI functionalities into iOS.

Google Glass and Meta's Ray-Ban Smart Glasses:
- Comparison of Google’s updated glasses with Meta’s Ray-Ban smart glasses.
- Features include built-in cameras and voice assistants.
- Emphasis on the seamless integration of AI and smart glasses for enhanced user experiences.
Microsoft Co-Pilot:
- Explanation of Microsoft’s Co-Pilot, integrating AI into enterprise solutions.
- Benefits of having AI manage and process data locally on devices.
- Importance of maintaining data privacy and security in enterprise environments.