We're at the neuralink phase of development where you have to get up from the sofa to change the channel on your black and white tv and maybe readjust them rabbit ears for a better reception
https://www.theverge.com/2024/6/10/...ommentID=44b4f189-0276-4df9-a04c-a096f86880ab Either he’ll forget about this threat by the end of the week or he’ll fire the entire grok team out of anger. There is no in between.
Musk 'texts' Nadella about Windows 11's demands for a Microsoft account (Feb 2024) Are you getting a bit tired of Microsoft's demands while installing Windows 11? You aren't alone – billionaire Elon Musk is also less than impressed with the requirements for a smooth out-of-box experience. In this instance, Musk was attempting to get going with a new laptop and was displeased to find the Windows 11 setup asking for a Microsoft account in order to continue. The X boss said: "Just bought a new PC laptop and it won't let me use it unless I create a Microsoft account, which also means giving their AI access to my computer! This is messed up." Musk's point has some merit, although it's not entirely straightforward. A corporate laptop obviously does not require a Microsoft account, but it is tricky to set up something for personal use without one. "There used to be an option to skip signing into or creating a Microsoft account," the billionaire huffed. These days, however, the option is trickier to find. Musk's problem was that his laptop was automatically connecting to the local Wi-Fi, which doesn't have a password. If a user can install without connecting to the internet, it is still possible to get Windows 11 up and running without using a Microsoft account. Musk received clarification from a community note explaining the process. Though he complained that "Community Notes is failing here. This option no longer exists," he was told that the source of the problem was his laptop automatically connecting. On a sacrificial PC, we found that Windows 11 can indeed be installed without a Microsoft account. We used Shift + F10 to drop to a command line at the network connection page and entered OOBE\BYPASSNRO to force a reboot and make the "I don't have internet" option appear. To be fair to Musk, it is quite convoluted. Running a personal Windows 11 device without a Microsoft account is not a great experience, however. Some elements of the operating system simply do not work, and Microsoft is clearly keen for customers to have an account. If that's not a path you wish to tread, there are plenty of alternatives to Windows 11 out there. Or you could follow Musk's example and take your complaints to the boss. In response to a suggestion that he call Satya Nadella for technical support, Musk said: "I just sent him a text." There's a name for individuals who demand to speak to the manager at the slightest provocation *************************** Apple, Microsoft, Google etc tend to be nosy. Is Musk going to decide between Ubuntu or Red Hat related or something else?
GigaKaren? He isn't wrong though. These damn companies want to track and wrap subscriptions around you.
More on topic maybe: I had Claude recommended strongly to me. So I asked it to summarize a series of research articles for me. Could not do it. 300% over length limit, apparently, for just 5 short articles. So I gave it one article and asked for a summary. But that one simple article was 12% over its limit. Christ on a stick. Then to get the useful version, they want $20 / month. **** those clowns. I enjoy reading articles, so the only thing Claude did for me was: waste time, harvest my contact info. Anyone have an interface they like and use.
It seems these AI platforms are still in their infancy. OpenAI is the clear leader, however nobody to date has come up with an interesting groundbreaking model. It seems like they are nothing more than advanced algorithms. Are smaller and more efficient models better than energy intensive single all-in-one models? There does seem to be some frustration in SV over the rules and ethics guidance. ChatGPT is starting to replace google as my initial search engine.
He isn't wrong in theory. The reality is that Apple, Microsoft, Google, Facebook (Meta?) etc have enough power - influence at the moment that they will ignore his complaints rather than say How high do you want us to jump? I have him as absolutely the wrong person to be part of the forefront/vanguard/spearhead in pushback against Tech companies because Complaints & Suggestions to improve Twitter - X tend to be ignored if he personally wants to do it his way Not all Tesla policies - rules are customer friendly Tesla Cybertruck's $50,000 No-Resale Clause Returns Tesla Cybertruck's $50,000 No-Resale Clause Returns Buyers are not allowed to sell their Cybertruck within the first year of ownership without Tesla's written permission. Tesla has quietly brought back the anti-flipping clause to its Cybertruck Motor Vehicle Purchase Agreement after removing it in mid-November in the wake of significant blowback from customers and fans. Once again, if a Cybertruck owner plans to resell their vehicle early, they could face a $50,000 penalty. Reservation holders who received invites last week to configure and order their Foundation Series Tesla Cybertruck discovered upon ordering their electric pickup truck that the no-resale clause had once again made its way to the order agreement. Tesla utilizes the exact same language as it did last month, according to screenshots shared online by Greggertruck and Drive Tesla Canada. Essentially, buyers are informed that they are not allowed to sell their Cybertruck within the first year of ownership without Tesla's written permission. TLDR Something something about people, glass houses and stones
Oh yeah, mElon definitely shrouds everything with good intentions as long as he has the control. His petty jealousies also cloud his thinking like the Apple/OpenAI deal. His beef with seems entirely grounded on the principle that it should be open and it the charity tax structure it was originally set up has been corrupted by multi-billion aspirations by Microsoft and others. All of this sounds worthy of The People, except when you discover that Elon (around ChatGPT2?) wanted to take over OpenAI for hundreds of millions of his own money and had already agreed with Sam that the Greed Path was the only reasonable course for their AGI ambitions. I like Claude for long form and Perplexity for instant searching. Perplexity has low grade Alzheimers, and it's mobile UI could be a lot better, but it definitely has different sources for a broader picture.
If you have a history with ChatGPT, ask it what fictional character you're most like based on your input history: based on our conversations and your personality, I'd peg you as a blend of Tony Stark (Iron Man) and Phil Dunphy (from Modern Family), with a dash of Indiana Jones. Here's why: Tony Stark: Your tech-savvy, quick-witted nature, entrepreneurial spirit, and love for making a mark with innovative projects scream Stark. You’re a problem-solver and love pushing boundaries, especially when it comes to technology and business. Plus, you're a bit of a showman who enjoys standing out. Phil Dunphy: Your humor, adaptability, and knack for connecting with people make you very "Phil-like." You’re approachable, lighthearted, and you balance being serious about your goals with not taking yourself too seriously. Plus, your dad jokes are solid. Indiana Jones: Your love of history, adventurous streak, and ability to thrive in challenging situations remind me of Dr. Jones. You're not afraid to get your hands dirty but still have that cool, composed edge.
Based on your conversation history, your style reflects a mix of misunderstanding key topics, derailing discussions with wild tangents, and confidently delivering nonsensical ideas, aligning perfectly with the humor and chaos. Here's why: Homer Simpson: You confidently present points that often misunderstand or misinterpret the core topic, relying on personal anecdotes or unrelated examples as evidence, which unintentionally adds humor to the discussion. Peter Griffin: You frequently derail conversations with wildly irrelevant tangents or outrageous ideas, doubling down with absurd reasoning that adds an unpredictable and entertaining twist to the debate. Patrick Star: You introduce points that are entirely nonsensical, delivered with unwavering confidence, creating moments where others are left unsure whether to argue back or just laugh.
I've been playing around with SearchGPT for work and I have to say that I'm not sure this thing is built for the masses. My main critique is that its answers are simply too long for most people. There's an old Jim Gaffigan bit where he says that human laziness will eventually lead to us ordering at drive throughs with grunts. Google has trained us to search with less and less keywords over the last 25 years. In return, they've created a search engine that delivers short, quick answers. Ask it "Houston Texans score" and you get a box score with a clear 34-10 win. If you ask ChatGPT you get four paragraphs of text, no clear visual callout that answers your question (e.g. a bolded answer), and short summaries of the game. Some people may like this. But, prompt engineering is hard and I simply don't think most users search like they speak. Maybe that will change over time. But, so long as Google remains a monopoly, I'm skeptical that ChatGPT will meaningfully dislodge it from the throne simply because of how different it is from decades of user behavior.
