Book description
This "wild and utterly engaging narrative" (Melanie Mitchell) shows why Silicon Valley's heartless, baseless, and foolish obsessions-with escaping death, building AI tyrants, and creating limitless growth-are about oligarchic power, not preparing for the future Tech billionaires have decided that they should determine our futures for us. According to Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, and more, the only good future for humanity is one powered by technology: trillions of humans living in space, functionally immortal, served by superintelligent AIs. In More Everything Forever, science journalist Adam Becker investigates these wildly implausible and often profoundly immoral visions of tomorrow-and shows why, in reality, there is no good evidence that they will, or should, come to pass. Nevertheless, these obsessions fuel fears that overwhelm reason-for example, that a rogue AI will exterminate humanity-at the expense of essential work on solving crucial problems like climate change. What's more, these futuristic visions cloak a hunger for power under dreams of space colonies and digital immortality. The giants of Silicon Valley claim that their ideas are based on science, but the reality is darker: they come from a jumbled mix of shallow futurism and racist pseudoscience. More Everything Forever exposes the powerful and sinister ideas that dominate Silicon Valley, challenging us to see how foolish, and dangerous, these visions of the future are.
Fatsy Bear
This app has helped me achieve my reading goals and explore new genres effortlessly. Audiobook immersion without fuss – this app's ease of use is commendable. Unlocking a world of literary wonders – this app's extensive format support and user-centric approach have rekindled my love for books. 📱🔊 ListenBook’s audio quality is excellent. The app enhances my listening experience. The ability to play various audio formats without conversion is very convenient. ListenBook is a great app.
Trip
ListenBook has transformed my daily rituals into cherished opportunities for personal growth. I’m so impressed with ListenBook. The app is reliable, fast, and packed with features like customizable themes and playback speed. The sleep timer is a lifesaver for bedtime listening. Highly recommend this app!
Helmet Destroyer
This app has turned my long walks into delightful literary adventures. ListenBook's sharing options make it a breeze to connect with fellow audiobook enthusiasts and share recommendations. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Metal Lady
With ListenBook, I can enjoy my audiobooks with enhanced sound quality and personalized settings. Binaural audio reduces listening fatigue. Such a great feature!
ThoughtTrail
ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. Sharing audiobooks with friends is a great way to connect over stories. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. It's like having a personal assistant for my literary adventures. The listening stats feature is awesome. I can track my audiobook habits effortlessly. An acceptable audiobook that met basic expectations. No complaints about quality but nothing remarkable either. Would listen to this narrator again but wouldn't seek them out.
Lucky Martian
ListenBook's Pro version is worth every penny. The noise reduction feature makes even noisy environments an ideal place for immersive listening. Automatic extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books at night. I’ve been using ListenBook for months, and it’s been a fantastic experience. The app is lightweight, doesn’t drain my battery, and works perfectly in the background. The equalizer and voice boost features are amazing. Highly recommend!
Pexxious
ListenBook's user-friendly interface and seamless playback have made it my go-to app. I can't imagine my daily activities without this app – it's the perfect way to stay engaged and informed. Seamless audiobook integration – this app's functionality is a technological marvel. ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay is a major convenience during road trips.
Dandelion
The statistics feature is brilliant. I love seeing how much time I spend on audiobooks with ListenBook. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
ByteBard
🎶 Forget background music, I've got enchanting stories to accompany my chores! 🎵📚 🎧 An audiobook treasure trove in the palm of my hand – this app is pure convenience! 📚🌟 Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop is a delightful way to share the joy of storytelling.
Tweety Bun Bun
Unwinding with a good audiobook has become my favorite self-care ritual. With this app, my daily routines have become moments of intellectual exploration and personal growth. ListenBook is the best audiobook player I’ve found. The interface is clean and easy to use.
CyberScribe
I never knew my daily walks could be so fulfilling – all thanks to this app. The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. Every moment is a chance to explore new stories with this app. Its intuitive features and compatibility ensure my audiobook journey is seamless. 🌌🎧 Automated extraction of artwork and metadata adds a professional touch to my library. 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.
Vixen
I've found solace and relaxation in the pages of countless audiobooks. ListenBook's support for playlists in CUE format is a thoughtful touch I appreciate. ListenBook's easy sharing options make it a breeze to introduce friends to my favorite audiobooks. Sharing is caring!
Black Hole Necromancer
ListenBook's compatibility with CarPlay and Apple Watch integration is a brilliant touch. ListenBook has made my daily activities more interesting and meaningful – I'm hooked! The ability to adjust playback speed and volume is a game-changer for me. The app is perfect for long walks. It keeps me company the whole time.
Show Boat
ListenBook's dedication to providing a top-quality audio player is evident in every aspect of the app. The range of supported formats is impressive. No more converting files! ListenBook has united my love for audiobooks with my passion for learning. What a brilliant app!
Shooter
Audiobook pleasure at its finest! This app's sleek design and efficient organization ensure that every story is accessible and delightful. 📚👌 Downloading audiobooks over WiFi is super easy. Saves time.
Ladybird
As someone who listens to audiobooks daily, I can confidently say ListenBook is the best player out there. The sleep timer and auto-rewind features are lifesavers, and the sound quality is exceptional. Thank you for such a great app! Decent narration, predictable story. The voice actor did a good job, but the plot followed a familiar formula. If you’re looking for something new and groundbreaking, this might not be it.
Liquid Death
Looping playback is a game-changer for my study routine. It helps me retain information effectively. The interface is beautiful and functional. ListenBook is my go-to app for audiobooks. The app is worth every penny. It’s packed with features and works flawlessly.
Scratch
ListenBook's compatibility with different formats ensures I never have to worry about file conversions. I'm amazed at ListenBook's intuitive interface and precise controls – it's a joy to navigate. ListenBook’s interface is beautiful and functional. It’s my favorite app for audiobooks. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time.
Midnight Rider
The app's intuitive design makes it easy to find and listen to my favorite authors. Managing my audiobook collection is a pleasure thanks to this app's usability.
Night Magnet
ListenBook's noise reduction feature in the Pro version is a game-changer. I can now focus on the story even in noisy environments. Excellent support for various audio formats. Very satisfied.
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