Book description
How to stay in charge in a world populated by algorithms that beat us in chess, find us romantic partners, and tell us to "turn right in 500 yards." Doomsday prophets of technology predict that robots will take over the world, leaving humans behind in the dust. Tech industry boosters think replacing people with software might make the world a better place--while tech industry critics warn darkly about surveillance capitalism. Despite their differing views of the future, they all agree: machines will soon do everything better than humans. In How to Stay Smart in a Smart World, Gerd Gigerenzer shows why that's not true, and tells us how we can stay in charge in a world populated by algorithms. Machines powered by artificial intelligence are good at some things (playing chess), but not others (life-and-death decisions, or anything involving uncertainty). Gigerenzer explains why algorithms often fail at finding us romantic partners (love is not chess), why self-driving cars fall prey to the Russian Tank Fallacy, and how judges and police rely increasingly on nontransparent "black box" algorithms to predict whether a criminal defendant will reoffend or show up in court. He invokes Black Mirror, considers the privacy paradox (people want privacy, but give their data away), and explains that social media get us hooked by programming intermittent reinforcement in the form of the "like" button. We shouldn't trust smart technology unconditionally, Gigerenzer tells us, but we shouldn't fear it unthinkingly, either.
Video Game Heroine
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Blade
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Scrapper
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Racy Lady
The noise reduction feature in ListenBook Pro is a game-changer for enjoying clear recordings. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a game-changer for improving audio quality and clarity.
QuestQuill
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Gentle Avenger
This app's convenience has turned my daily chores into moments of literary escape. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch has made audiobook listening a part of my daily routine. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a blast. AirDrop makes it seamless. Adjusting playback speed has given me greater control over my audiobook experience. I can optimize my learning and enjoyment by customizing the pacing. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made my recordings sound clearer than ever.
Red Heroine
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HolyCombo
ListenBook's support for binaural audio processing is a thoughtful touch that reduces listening fatigue. This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while commuting.
Necessary Momentum
The features on this app, from bookmarks to playback speed, cater to all preferences. Auto-rewind feature is a lifesaver. I never lose my place! The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
DanimalDaze
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Woodland Beauty
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Tough Nut
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Evil Smith
ListenBook's smooth playback and easy navigation ensure that my audiobook experience is always top-notch. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
RedMouth
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Bleach
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MindfulMingle
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Flash
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CZR
This app has turned even my mundane tasks into exciting learning opportunities. I've never experienced such a smooth audiobook player. The playback is seamless.
Steel
The vast selection of titles on this app is a book lover's dream come true. CUE playlist support is a fantastic addition. It helps me organize my audiobooks effortlessly.
HedgeH0g2
π Bedtime stories for adults? Yes, please! This app is a dream come true. ππ Simplifying my reading routine β this app's ease of use is remarkable. ListenBook is fantastic! Supports every audiobook format I have. Super convenient!
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