Book description
How will artificial intelligence change our world within twenty years? A WALL STREET JOURNAL, WASHINGTON POST, AND FINANCIAL TIMES BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR - "This inspired collaboration between a pioneering technologist and a visionary writer of science fiction offers bold and urgent insights."--Yann LeCun, winner of the Turing Award; chief AI scientist, Facebook "Amazingly entertaining . . . Lee and Chen take us on an immersive trip through the future. . . . Eye-opening."--Mark Cuban AI will be the defining development of the twenty-first century. Within two decades, aspects of daily human life will be unrecognizable. AI will generate unprecedented wealth, revolutionize medicine and education through human-machine symbiosis, and create brand-new forms of communication and entertainment. In liberating us from routine work, however, AI will also challenge the organizing principles of our economic and social order. Meanwhile, AI will bring new risks in the form of autonomous weapons and smart technology that inherits human bias. AI is at a tipping point, and people need to wake up--both to AI's radiant pathways and its existential perils for life as we know it. In this provocative, utterly original work, Kai-Fu Lee, the former president of Google China and bestselling author of AI Superpowers, teams up with celebrated novelist Chen Qiufan to imagine our world in 2041 and how it will be shaped by AI. In ten gripping short stories, they introduce readers to an array of eye-opening 2041 settings, such as: - In San Francisco, the "job reallocation" industry emerges as deep learning AI causes widespread job displacement- In Tokyo, a music fan is swept up in an immersive form of celebrity worship based on virtual reality and mixed reality- In Mumbai, a teenage girl rebels when AI's crunching of big data gets in the way of romance- In Seoul, virtual companions with perfected natural language processing (NLP) skills offer orphaned twins new ways to connect- In Munich, a rogue scientist draws on quantum computing, computer vision and other AI technologies in a revenge plot that imperils the world By gazing toward a not-so-distant horizon, AI 2041 offers urgent insights into our collective future--while reminding readers that, ultimately, humankind remains the author of its destiny.
Troubled Chick
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Nice Gnome
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Petite Flurry
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PixelPathfinder
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Demo Zero
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Mallow Man
With ListenBook, I can effortlessly manage and organize my audiobook library. ListenBook's beautiful layout and quick access to chapters make navigation effortless. I love how this app's user-friendly interface allows me to navigate through chapters and controls effortlessly. The audio filters in ListenBook allow me to customize my listening experience. Speed up or slow down playbackβit's all up to me! This audiobook exceeded all my expectations! The narrator's ability to convey emotion through voice alone was remarkable. I laughed, I gasped, I might have even teared up at points - all because of the incredible vocal performance. The story came alive in a way reading alone couldn't achieve.
Pink Stream
Supports artwork and metadata perfectly. My library looks great! Perfect for listening to lectures and speeches. Highly useful app. The app is so versatile. It works with all my devices. Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If youβre looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Skull Crusher
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New Cycle
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Bang Shift
Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is remarkable. Kudos to the developers for optimizing this app for iOS 16. It runs like a dream on my device. The playback speed control is a game-changer. ListenBook lets me listen at my own pace.
DreamDasher
I've discovered authors I'd never heard of before, and now they're among my favorites. I've never been so entertained while doing household chores β this app is a lifesaver! This app is my secret to staying ahead on my reading list, even during my busiest days.
Barbera Shift
The narrator's voices are so captivating, it's like they bring the stories to life. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration ensures that I can enjoy my content wherever I go. With this app, I can switch seamlessly between my iPhone and iPad, making my reading experience continuous. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app β it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed.
3D Waffle
ListenBook Pro offers an unbeatable deal β unlimited audiobook length and noise reduction. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature that allows me to curate customized listening sessions, whether for study, relaxation, or entertainment. The narrator was good but spoke a bit too slowly for my taste. I had to speed it up to 1.2x which then made some parts sound slightly unnatural.
Bom Crossed
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. Audiobook excellence made simple β this app's functionality is a true asset. Tone adjustment is such an innovative feature. It adds a personal touch to narration.
Energy
The ability to switch between devices seamlessly is a game-changer for busy readers. I can't imagine my daily routine without ListenBook's intuitive layout and easy-to-access controls. ListenBook has made my daily routines more vibrant and exciting with its immersive features.
BloodEater
ListenBook's compatibility with playlists and CUE files is a great addition for those who love organized listening. AirDrop sharing makes it easy to share audiobooks. Great feature!
Skittle Mine
With ListenBook, I can listen to my favorite audiobooks and speeches with the utmost comfort and convenience. π± Accessing my favorite stories has never been this straightforward β this app's functionality is a bookworm's dream come true. ππ« ListenBook is a must-have for any audiobook enthusiast. It's reliable, efficient, and a pleasure to use. I love the car mode. Itβs so convenient for listening while driving.
Silver Rose
ππ Exploring stories even with my eyes off the page β this app is a bedtime dream! π΄π§ Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my audiobook library. This app is perfect for anyone who loves audiobooks. The interface is sleek and modern, and the playback controls are super responsive. I also appreciate the cloud integration, which lets me access my books from anywhere. Great work!
Tweety Bun Bun
ListenBook has made me fall in love with audiobooks all over again β it's a must-have app. I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant source of books. ListenBook's attention to detail in design and functionality sets it apart from other audiobook apps.
Insane SweepKick
I can't imagine my life without this app β it's my constant companion for literary adventures. Binaural audio processing is a game-changer β my ears stay comfortable during long listening sessions. Bookmarks have become my study companion. I can easily revisit important passages in my audiobooks.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience