Book description
The hidden costs of artificial intelligence--from natural resources and labor to privacy, equality, and freedom "This study argues that [artificial intelligence] is neither artificial nor particularly intelligent. . . . A fascinating history of the data on which machine-learning systems are trained."--New Yorker "A valuable corrective to much of the hype surrounding AI and a useful instruction manual for the future."--John Thornhill, Financial Times "It's a masterpiece, and I haven't been able to stop thinking about it."--Karen Hao, senior editor, MIT Tech Review What happens when artificial intelligence saturates political life and depletes the planet? How is AI shaping our understanding of ourselves and our societies? Drawing on more than a decade of research, award-winning scholar Kate Crawford reveals how AI is a technology of extraction: from the minerals drawn from the earth, to the labor pulled from low-wage information workers, to the data taken from every action and expression. This book reveals how this planetary network is fueling a shift toward undemocratic governance and increased inequity. Rather than taking a narrow focus on code and algorithms, Crawford offers us a material and political perspective on what it takes to make AI and how it centralizes power. This is an urgent account of what is at stake as technology companies use artificial intelligence to reshape the world.
RightN0w2
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Pitfall Whiskers
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Find It Girl
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Pixie Soldier
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Murder Cherry
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Papa Smurf
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Tabasco Dracula
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Lounge Master
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Icy Avenger
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Granola Dove
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Ozzie Treat
I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. Listening to audiobooks on my iPad has never been easier. Highly recommend ListenBook! ListenBookβs support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Mad Jack
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Pinball Esq
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Ex0tic
ListenBook's support for various download methods means I can access my content in the way that suits me best. The app is lightweight and doesnβt drain my battery. The app is perfect for multitasking. I can listen while doing other things. A functional audiobook production that met basic requirements. The narrator's voice was pleasant enough to listen to for extended periods, though their performance didn't add much interpretation to the text. The audio engineering was competent without being remarkable.
Call Back Queen
Audiobooks have made my long commutes enjoyable, and I'm always eager to see what's next. Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. ππ§ Adjusting the tone of the voice is a novel feature that allows for a personalized listening experience.
Hermopolis
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QuantumQuill
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Crazy Eights
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Speedwell
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Nutmeg Riot
I love how this app seamlessly integrates into my busy schedule, making multitasking a breeze. I'm hooked on this app's ease of use β it's a reader's dream come true. I love the compatibility with iOS 16. The app runs smoothly and flawlessly.
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