Followup: more on Google's robot callers
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Google's announcement that it had created a robot to make automated calls for reservations to hair salons and restaurants opens so many questions. Does Google need to inform the caller that they are speaking to a computer? How do we feel about robots impersonating humans and getting away with it in real life? Jefferson Graham weighs on for a second chorus on #TalkingTech.
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Your body as a smartwatch battery?
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Streaming on the rise during COVID-19 pandemic.
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Robocalls back on the rise
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Turn off that computer!
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Valentine's Day apps
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Get your own Zoom cat filter
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Square scoops up Tidal
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The force is strong with these Star Wars toys
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Big changes for Roblox and Fall Guys
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