Watches, Stories, & Gear: The Gila Wilderness Turns 100, a Photographer Strikes Back Against AI, and Tim Cook Sits Down with Marques Brownlee. "Watches, Stories, and Gear" is a collection of our favorite content from across the internet, covering various topics and causes we support. Along with that, we highlight some cool gear we're into this week.
According to a study published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, elephants may have the ability to remember individual names of other elephants. The study used AI to analyze vocalizations made by elephants and discovered that they use specific calls to communicate with certain members of their group. This insight shows that humans may not be the only ones who give names to one another.
The rise of AI-generated art has raised concerns among artists in various fields. Many fear that AI could replace human creativity altogether. However, a recent incident involving a photographer named Miles Astray proved that AI still has a long way to go. Astray submitted a photograph of a flamingo to a competition in the AI category. Despite his photo being real, it was disqualified once his deception was discovered. Astray wanted to prove that nature can still triumph over machine-generated art.
Can AI help us cheat at word games? Apparently not. In the New York Times game, Spelling Bee, an AI chatbot failed miserably, providing hilarious and incorrect answers. This demonstrates that AI tools still have significant limitations.
The annual WWDC conference showcased Apple's latest developments, particularly in the field of AI. Marques Brownlee interviewed Apple CEO Tim Cook, discussing the company's new AI tools designed to enhance user productivity across their devices. Although Apple has been slow to adopt generative AI, they are poised to keep up with the AI revolution.
New Mexico's Gila Wilderness, the first designated wilderness area in the United States, celebrates its centennial this year. This vast expanse of unspoiled land remains free from modern development. A photo collection chronicles the history of the Gila region, offering a glimpse into its beauty for wilderness enthusiasts.
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