Book description
"The foundation has been laid for fully autonomous," Elon Musk announced in 2016, when he assured the world that Tesla would have a driverless fleet on the road in 2017. "It's twice as safe as a human, maybe better." Promises of technofuturistic driving utopias have been ubiquitous wherever tech companies and carmakers meet. In Autonorama: The Illusory Promise of High-Tech Driving, technology historian Peter Norton argues that driverless cars cannot be the safe, sustainable, and inclusive "mobility solutions" that tech companies and automakers are promising us. The salesmanship behind the driverless future is distracting us from investing in better ways to get around that we can implement now. Unlike autonomous vehicles, these alternatives are inexpensive, safe, sustainable, and inclusive. Norton takes the reader on an engaging ride --from the GM Futurama exhibit to "smart" highways and vehicles--to show how we are once again being sold car dependency in the guise of mobility. He argues that we cannot see what tech companies are selling us except in the light of history. With driverless cars, we're promised that new technology will solve the problems that car dependency gave us--zero crashes! zero emissions! zero congestion! But these are the same promises that have kept us on a treadmill of car dependency for 80 years. Autonorama is hopeful, advocating for wise, proven, humane mobility that we can invest in now, without waiting for technology that is forever just out of reach. Before intelligent systems, data, and technology can serve us, Norton suggests, we need wisdom. Rachel Carson warned us that when we seek technological solutions instead of ecological balance, we can make our problems worse. With this wisdom, Norton contends, we can meet our mobility needs with what we have right now.
Dredd
The ability to switch between different books effortlessly is a major plus. I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling โ all thanks to this app. ListenBook's basic audio filters allow me to fine-tune the audio playback to suit my preferences. The auto-rewind feature is a thoughtful addition that enhances my listening journey. I appreciate it! The variety of supported formats means I can enjoy audiobooks from different sources hassle-free.
Snout Pixie
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Sweet Manhattan
The 'Discover' section is a treasure trove for finding hidden literary gems. Kudos to ListenBook for optimizing the app for iOS 16 โ it shows their dedication to excellence. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a fantastic way to introduce them to captivating stories.
NoiseCake
I love how this app's chapters, bookmarks, and controls give me full control over my audiobook journey. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction makes sure that background distractions don't interfere with my listening. The ability to download audio from various sources without syncing is fantastic. ListenBook makes it so easy. I love the download options. ListenBook gives me so many ways to get my audiobooks onto my device.
Wild Kitten
The app's compatibility with CarPlay is a fantastic bonus. It keeps me entertained during long drives. The app is so versatile. It works with all my audiobook formats.
Good William
The app's interface is sleek and modern, making it a joy to use. The app's design is sleek and modern โ it's a pleasure to navigate. ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. This app's dedication to providing high-quality narration has made all the difference.
AirportHobo XD
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. Audiobooks have made my morning routine something to look forward to. ListenBook's features are a dream come true for anyone who loves to learn on the go. Quick access to chapters and controls ensures a seamless listening experience with ListenBook. It's effortless to use.
BloodEater
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Clover Rabbit
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Married Man
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Greek Rifle
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Cream
With ListenBook, every moment is an opportunity to explore new stories and gain knowledge. Audiobooks at my fingertips โ this app's functionality is a true marvel. Iโve been using ListenBook for months, and itโs been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesnโt drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
SpellTansy
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Pearl Girl
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High-Fructose
I'm hooked on this app's ability to transform my ordinary moments into exciting opportunities for learning. Supports extensive playlists and bookmarks. Very user-friendly. I love the ability to change the playback speed. Itโs perfect for my needs.
Blink
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QuestWeaver
Kudos to the creators for making literature so accessible and enjoyable. ListenBook's dedication to delivering high-quality sound and user-friendly features has won me over. ListenBook has made my commutes more enjoyable, transforming them into learning sessions. ListenBook's comprehensive format support makes it the ultimate companion for audiobook enthusiasts.
General Broomdog
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Girl Brownie
As a language learner, this app has been invaluable in improving my listening skills. This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. With this app, I've turned mundane tasks into moments of inspiration and education โ it's brilliant! Noise reduction on ListenBook Pro is a game-changer. It transforms the way I enjoy my recordings.
White Snare
I can't believe how much more productive I am โ I'm learning and growing while multitasking! Audiobook multitasking made easy โ this app's functionality is top-notch. Book groups feature keeps series and related titles together. Neat and tidy! Adjusting the tone of the voice is genius. It's like having a customizable audiobook narrator.
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