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.
Celtic Charger
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FlyGuardX
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Polar Bee
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Soiled Dove
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Mr. Fabulous
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Onion King
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Chasm Face
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Snowflake Pixie
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SpellTansy
Listening to audiobooks while gardening has made my outdoor time even more relaxing. Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling with friends and family. It fosters connections and conversations. The playback controls are so responsive. No lag at all.
Silver Cup
ListenBook's support for CarPlay and Apple Watch integration has elevated my listening experience. Audiobook immersion made simple β this app's ease of use is commendable. ListenBook's statistics feature is both enlightening and motivating. It's incredible to see the time I've invested in learning through audiobooks. Looping playback is an invaluable study tool. It helps me absorb complex information effortlessly. CUE playlist support is a fantastic feature for those who enjoy organized and structured listening.
Genghis Glyph
I'm impressed by how much more I'm learning through audiobooks compared to traditional reading. πΌ Making every minute count β this app's ease of use ensures I'm always making progress in my audiobook adventures. π±π Looping playback helps me focus on challenging content and grasp complex concepts. A study must-have! The app is so easy to set up. I was listening to my books in no time. This was an adequate audiobook for casual listening. The narrator maintained a consistent pace and clear diction throughout, though their performance lacked some emotional range. The audio quality was fine with no significant technical distractions.
Copilot
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Boost Princess
This app has become my loyal companion during travels and relaxation times. ListenBook's drag and drop downloads from web browsers are a time-saving feature I can't live without. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a huge plus. I can control my audiobooks from my wrist!
Barbwire
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Winter Underdog
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Valley Guardian
ListenBook's dedication to excellence shines through in its performance and features. This app's ease of use has made my long drives educational and enjoyable. With support for various audio formats, ListenBook ensures I can enjoy my favorite audiobooks without worries.
Racy Babe
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Palomino
Discovering new literary worlds has never been this easy. This app's compatibility with various formats ensures that my audiobook library is at my fingertips. ππ ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks! Adjusting playback speed has revolutionized the way I learn and enjoy audiobooks. I can adapt the pace to my needs, maximizing comprehension and retention.
German Coach
Listening to audiobooks has turned mundane tasks into enjoyable experiences. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Navigating audiobooks with ease β this app's functionality is a standout. Audiobook enthusiasts, gather round! This app's remarkable features, including audio filters and compatibility, have transformed my commutes into captivating journeys. ππ§ This audiobook kept me company during a long road trip and made the miles disappear! The narrator's engaging performance and the crisp production quality made for an immersive experience. I appreciated how well they balanced drama with clarity - never sacrificing understanding for effect.
White Swan
ListenBook's compatibility with various formats has made it my go-to app for all audio content. I'm blown away by how this app has made my commutes productive and my downtime entertaining. This was a workmanlike audiobook that did the job without flair. The narration was clear and the pacing appropriate, though the delivery lacked some emotional depth. The production quality was acceptable with no major technical issues.
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