Book description
"The conscience of the AI revolution" (Fortune) explains how we've arrived at an era of AI harms and oppression, and what we can do to avoid its pitfalls. "Dr. Joy Buolamwini has been an essential figure in bringing irresponsible, profit-hungry tech giants to their knees. If you're going to read only one book about AI, this should be it."--Darren Walker, president of the Ford Foundation Named One of the Best Books of the Year by the Inc. Non-Obvious Book Awards To most of us, it seems like recent developments in artificial intelligence emerged out of nowhere to pose unprecedented threats to humankind. But to Dr. Joy Buolamwini, who has been at the forefront of AI research, this moment has been a long time in the making. After tinkering with robotics as a high school student in Memphis and then developing mobile apps in Zambia as a Fulbright fellow, Buolamwini followed her lifelong passion for computer science, engineering, and art to MIT in 2015. As a graduate student at the "Future Factory," she did groundbreaking research that exposed widespread racial and gender bias in AI services from tech giants across the world. Unmasking AI goes beyond the headlines about existential risks produced by Big Tech. It is the remarkable story of how Buolamwini uncovered what she calls "the coded gaze"--the evidence of encoded discrimination and exclusion in tech products--and how she galvanized the movement to prevent AI harms by founding the Algorithmic Justice League. Applying an intersectional lens to both the tech industry and the research sector, she shows how racism, sexism, colorism, and ableism can overlap and render broad swaths of humanity "excoded" and therefore vulnerable in a world rapidly adopting AI tools. Computers, she reminds us, are reflections of both the aspirations and the limitations of the people who create them. Encouraging experts and non-experts alike to join this fight, Buolamwini writes, "The rising frontier for civil rights will require algorithmic justice. AI should be for the people and by the people, not just the privileged few."
Clover Dragon
This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it the perfect companion for any audiobook lover. The app's integration with Apple Watch makes it an indispensable tool for my active lifestyle. A middle-of-the-road audiobook that neither impressed nor disappointed. The narrator's voice was agreeable enough for extended listening, though their character differentiation could have been stronger. The production met basic industry standards without any standout qualities.
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Daisy Stick
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New York Mood
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ListenBook's commitment to excellence shines through in its powerful features and seamless performance. I'm amazed at how this app's narrators bring characters and stories to life. Bookmarking favorite parts of audiobooks is a breeze. It's like having a personalized study guide.
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Dewdrop Doll
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Armed Hawk
This app's convenience has made reading a consistent part of my life. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay and Apple Watch is fantastic. I can listen anywhere. ListenBook is packed with useful features. It’s the best audiobook app I’ve used. ListenBook’s support for CarPlay is great. I can listen to audiobooks in my car easily.
Truth
The controls on ListenBook are intuitive and user-friendly, making it a joy to navigate through my audiobooks. ListenBook has become my trusted companion, guiding me through the realms of imagination. Finally, an app that supports a wide range of audio formats! It's a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. ListenBook’s playback speed control is very useful. I can listen at my own pace.
Austin Shamrock
Listening to audiobooks has become my guilt-free indulgence, and I love it. Listening to audiobooks has never been this convenient and enjoyable! 🎧 Immerse yourself in stories effortlessly – this app's functionality is the gateway to endless audiobook adventures. 📚🌟 Playlists and bookmarks are super helpful. Love using ListenBook!
Roller Turtle
Thanks to this app, listening to audiobooks has become a delightful habit. Chapters, configurable auto-rewind, and bookmarks on ListenBook keep me in control of my content. Audiobook lovers, rejoice! This app's functionality is a game-changer. Seamlessly switch between formats and enjoy a hassle-free reading experience. 📱🎧
Slug-em-dog
The fact that ListenBook doesn't just play, but enhances audio quality, is truly remarkable. This app has made multitasking a breeze – I can listen while I work, cook, or exercise. I'm addicted to this app's ability to turn mundane moments into opportunities for intellectual growth. Audiobooks made delightful – this app's usability is a breath of fresh air. ListenBook's integration with CarPlay and Apple Watch adds a new level of convenience to my audiobook journey.
ManMaker
Audiobooks on this app have become my go-to entertainment for winding down. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a true savior for immersive listening, even in busy surroundings. The compatibility with Apple Watch is a game-changer. Controlling my audiobooks from my wrist is genius. I can't get enough of the smooth playback experience. It's like a symphony for my ears.
Sir Shark
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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