AI Ramblings: Episode 23

Keywords

AI, Tectober, AI-generated video, OpenAI, AI compute, voice-enabled devices, smart glasses, social media, attention economy

Summary

In this episode of AI Ramblings, Michael Parekh and Neal Makwana discuss the rapid advancements in AI technology during Tectober, focusing on AI-generated video, the power of AI compute, the rise of voice-enabled devices, and the future of smart glasses. They also delve into the implications of social media on attention and the evolving landscape of communication.

Takeaways

AI is evolving rapidly during Tectober.

AI-generated video is becoming mainstream.

Power is a critical factor in AI compute.

The debate on whether Apple should have an AI chatbot continues.

AI tools are being used to create both ‘slop’ and valuable content.

Meta is leveraging AI for targeted advertising.

Voice technology is the next major interface.

Smart glasses may redefine computing in the future.

Attention is a crucial currency in the digital age.

The impact of social media on attention spans is significant.

Chapters

00:00 AI in Tectober: The Surge of AI Innovations

05:55 AI-Generated Video: The New Frontier

11:47 The Power of AI Compute: A New Era

17:44 Voice-Enabled AI Devices: The Next Big Thing

23:37 Smart Glasses: The Future of Computing?

29:51 Social Media and Attention: Navigating the Digital Landscape

NEWS OF THE WEEK:

AI Video goes social with Meta, Google & OpenAI all in:

Axios: https://www.axios.com/2025/10/01/meta-openai-ai-video-sora-vibes

The Verge: https://www.theverge.com/ai-artificial-intelligence/788786/openais-new-ai-sora-ios-social-video-app-will-let-you-deepfake-your-friends

Stratechery: https://stratechery.com/2025/sora-the-app-sonnet-4-5-and-the-question-of-models-as-processors/

Meta to use Meta AI Chats for Advertisers: https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai/meta-will-begin-using-ai-chatbot-conversations-to-target-ads-291093d3?st=WoM8MF&reflink=desktopwebshare_permalink

AI-RTZ:

AI: Reset to Zero

AI: Video hits Home

The expression ‘To a hammer everything is a nail’ comes to mind only nine months after the world was electrified by OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Since then, we think of LLM AI software as a source for magical ‘Sparks’, answers and perspectives, driven by smartly engineered text “Prompts…

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2 years ago · 8 likes · 1 comment · Michael Parekh

OpenAI’s Aggressive AI Compute & Power Plans:

The Information: https://www.theinformation.com/articles/sam-altman-wants-250-gigawatts-power-possible?rc=fgvbao

AI-RTZ:

AI: Reset to Zero

AI: OpenAI’s Intimidating AI Compute & Power Plans. RTZ #860

OpenAI’s founder/CEO Sam Altman continues to gaze deep into the future of AI possibilities…

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2 days ago · 4 likes · Michael Parekh

Apple AI Chatbot debate:

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2025-09-28/apple-s-chatgpt-rival-m5-macbook-air-new-monitor-timing-ads-coming-to-maps-mg3ne6rw?sref=E6afWE5p

AI-RTZ:

AI: Reset to Zero

AI: Rising debate over Apple needing own AI Chatbot. RTZ #859

A lot of discussion been occurring debating Apple’s ‘Build vs Buy’ AI strategy, with and beyond an AI powered Siri, with and beyond its own AI Clouds, with and beyond its partnership with OpenAI, and perhaps Google et al, as well as with and beyond it’s home-grown …

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3 days ago · 6 likes · Michael Parekh

MAIN TOPICS: Smart AI Devices: Amazon, Apple, OpenAI et al

Amazon Alexa+/Echo rollout: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-30/inside-amazon-s-hardware-overhaul-interview-with-panos-panay-on-echo-kindle?sref=E6afWE5p

Bloomberg: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-09-30/amazon-launches-revamped-echo-show-8-echo-show-11-echo-dot-max-echo-studio?sref=E6afWE5p

Google Home AI products: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-01/google-smart-home-revamp-2k-cameras-doorbell-home-speaker-and-gemini-ai

AI-RTZ:

AI: Reset to Zero

AI: Amazon’s AI powered Alexa+ Echo devices here. RTZ #861

One of the big AI revamping projects for Amazon with Alexa/Echo, and Apple with Siri/Homepod, have been front and center for investors this AI Tech Wave the last couple of years…

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21 hours ago · 3 likes · Michael Parekh

WATCH/READ OF THE WEEK:

Neal: Apple Shelves Vision Headset Revamp to Prioritize Meta-Like AI Glasses

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-10-01/apple-shelves-vision-headset-revamp-to-prioritize-meta-like-ai-smart-glasses?srnd=phx-technology

Michael: “The Case against Generative AI” by Ed Zitron: https://www.wheresyoured.at/the-case-against-generative-ai/

OBSESSION OF THE WEEK:

Neal: How to Diminish the Dangers of Social Media

https://www.wsj.com/opinion/how-to-diminish-the-dangers-of-social-media-33acc56f?mod=tech_trendingnow_opn_pos4

Parents bringing back the landline with the ‘Tin-Can’: https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/2025/09/30/the-landline-is-back/

Michael: Using Google Gemini AI feature on iPhones & Android:

https://www.theverge.com/tech/760372/made-by-google-2025-pixel-10-gemini

Burning Questions:

Michael to Neal: Where is Snap usage with Gen Z friends?

Neal to Michael: Do you see Meta’s new display glasses as the potential evolution from smartphones, or is it a fad?