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Microsoft Patents "Avoid Ghetto" GPS Feature

Discussion in 'BBS Hangout' started by BetterThanEver, Jan 10, 2012.

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  1. Invisible Fan

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    My MS GPS identified me as Jewish, started recommending public transportation and long brisk walks.
     
    #41 Invisible Fan, Jan 12, 2012
  2. Uprising

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    And the NAACP is getting pissy over this.

    http://dfw.cbslocal.com/2012/01/17/...y-from-high-crime-areas-proves-controversial/

     
    #42 Uprising, Jan 19, 2012
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    #43 DaDakota, Jan 19, 2012
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    My guess is some activist will put pressure on these companies to remove this feature citing racism.
     
    #44 The Real Shady, Jan 19, 2012
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