Book description
Foreword by Steven PinkerBlending the informed analysis of The Signal and the Noise with the instructive iconoclasm of Think Like a Freak, a fascinating, illuminating, and witty look at what the vast amounts of information now instantly available to us reveals about ourselves and our world--provided we ask the right questions.By the end of an average day in the early twenty-first century, human beings searching the internet will amass eight trillion gigabytes of data. This staggering amount of information--unprecedented in history--can tell us a great deal about who we are--the fears, desires, and behaviors that drive us, and the conscious and unconscious decisions we make. From the profound to the mundane, we can gain astonishing knowledge about the human psyche that less than twenty years ago, seemed unfathomable. Everybody Lies offers fascinating, surprising, and sometimes laugh-out-loud insights into everything from economics to ethics to sports to race to sex, gender and more, all drawn from the world of big data. What percentage of white voters didn't vote for Barack Obama because he's black? Does where you go to school effect how successful you are in life? Do parents secretly favor boy children over girls? Do violent films affect the crime rate? Can you beat the stock market? How regularly do we lie about our sex lives and who's more self-conscious about sex, men or women? Investigating these questions and a host of others, Seth Stephens-Davidowitz offers revelations that can help us understand ourselves and our lives better. Drawing on studies and experiments on how we really live and think, he demonstrates in fascinating and often funny ways the extent to which all the world is indeed a lab. With conclusions ranging from strange-but-true to thought-provoking to disturbing, he explores the power of this digital truth serum and its deeper potential--revealing biases deeply embedded within us, information we can use to change our culture, and the questions we're afraid to ask that might be essential to our health--both emotional and physical. All of us are touched by big data everyday, and its influence is multiplying. Everybody Lies challenges us to think differently about how we see it and the world.
Fl00d
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EchoEnigma
With this app, I can read anytime, anywhere β it's a reader's dream come true. π± No more lugging around heavy books β this app brings the library to my phone! ππ± The adjustable playback speed feature is a true innovation. It adds a personalized touch to my listening. 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.
Sugar Man
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All Natural
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Ship Whip
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Finally, an app that supports all audiobook formats. It's a dream come true for audiophiles like me.
WeldMaster
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Chicago Blackout
π Whether I'm cooking, commuting, or relaxing at home, this app's seamless functionality keeps me engaged in captivating narratives. π§β¨ The app's performance is top-notch. It's stable, responsive, and optimized for a seamless audiobook experience. Kudos to the developers! An average audiobook experience. Nothing was wrong with itβthe narration was fine, and the story was okayβbut nothing particularly stood out. It served its purpose as entertainment during my commute.
Snout Pixie
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Plum Moon
ListenBook's support for various download methods and audio formats ensures that I always have access to my favorite content. This app has made 'reading' more versatile and enjoyable than ever. π± It's like having a personal audiobook library at my fingertips! This app's functionality is a dream come true for book lovers. ππ₯ Effortlessly switching between stories β this app's ease of use is impressive.
Cross Thread
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Milan Call Back
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. ListenBook's user-friendly controls and innovative features have made it an essential tool for my audiobook enjoyment. This app has made my commutes and long drives a source of joy and learning. My house has never been cleaner! I kept finding chores to do just to keep listening. The narrator's energy matched the tone of the book perfectly. Solid performance overall though some character voices sounded too similar. I occasionally got confused about who was speaking in dialogue-heavy scenes.
Firefly
Audiobooks on this app have transformed my daily routines into engaging experiences. I'm amazed at how effortlessly I can immerse myself in stories with this app. π‘ This app truly understands the needs of audiobook enthusiasts β it delivers an effortless and enjoyable listening experience. ππ§ Listening stats feature keeps me motivated to read more. Love it! The app is so well-designed. Itβs clear the developers put a lot of thought into it.
Marbles
The smart recommendation feature keeps surprising me with books I never knew I'd love. This app's sleek design and intuitive navigation have made audiobook listening a seamless experience. With this app, reading has become an integral part of my daily routine. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's design is remarkable. My daily workouts are more enjoyable now, thanks to seamless integration with Apple Watch.
Mr. 44
I'm absolutely in love with this app! It's like a library of stories in my pocket. π This app is a game-changer β its intuitive design and seamless functionality make listening to audiobooks a joy. ππ§ No more interruptions β the auto-rewind feature is a genius solution for seamless listening. Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. Automated artwork and metadata retrieval add a professional touch to my carefully curated audiobook collection.
WanderWord
Savoring audiobooks without fuss β this app's design is impressive. ListenBook has become my workout buddy. It's seamlessly integrated with Apple Watch.
GiddeeUP
I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. I'm blown away by the attention to detail in every aspect of this app.
Unleashed
I'm able to catch up on my reading list even during the busiest days. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is like a magical spell that transports me into the heart of the story. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
Chocolate Thunder
I appreciate the option to listen to samples before committing to a book. The ListenBook app has made my daily routines more enriching, allowing me to learn while on the go. ListenBook's dedication to providing an excellent user experience sets a new standard in audiobook apps. Elegant design and user-friendly interface. Love it!
Preach Man
ListenBook has redefined the way I experience stories, turning every moment into an adventure. I love the ability to import books from my computer. Itβs so easy.
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