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I had a chance to see the Tesla Cybercab unveiled in Paris, France.
M. Brandon Lee | THIS IS TECH TODAY87,851,875 views • 1 year ago
This is going to sound kind of insane, but I think the nano-texture on the new Apple M4 MacBook Pro models may be reason enough to upgrade. It’s insane how distracting the glossy is to look at in comparison. My eyes strangely feel way less strained on the nano-texture.
M. Brandon Lee | THIS IS TECH TODAY824,209 views • 1 year ago
BREAKING - EARLY EXCLUSIVE: XPENG Partners with Google Maps to Fuel Global Expansion The global autonomous driving landscape is becoming even more competitive! XPENG has announced a milestone global partnership with Google Maps, bringing a complete refresh of its in-car navigation and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS). This major upgrade will come standard in the newly debuted XPENG L03. At the official launch event for the L03 in Munich, Germany, XPENG Chairman and CEO He Xiaopeng announced that the Next-Gen AI SUV Coupe will launch simultaneously in 64 countries and regions. XPENG is building its native in-car navigation system using Google Maps’ Auto SDK for vehicles outside China, which I’m sure MANY of you will be excited about. First in APAC to Adopt Google Maps Auto SDK XPENG is the first automaker from the APAC region to ship a vehicle with Google Maps Auto SDK integration. Instead of using your smartphone for basic screen mirroring, drivers get a native, custom in-car map application designed entirely by XPENG and powered directly by Google Maps. This integration brings: Real-time precision: Live traffic-aware guidance and highly accurate place search. Smart EV routing: Direct in-car EV energy estimation and trip planning. Native control: Full compatibility with voice control and multi-screen display transfer. Laying the Foundation for Global Autonomous Driving This partnership goes beyond finding directions. XPENG is officially utilizing Google Maps' in-vehicle Map Data Services to support its flagship full-scenario ADAS, Next Generation Pilot (NGP), as well as its foundational assist system, XPILOT ASSIST. To scale XPENG's advanced driving systems internationally, future applications of NGP (VLA 2.0) must rely on highly accurate map data and navigation maneuvers. Google Map Data Services will serve as the cornerstone for this phased global rollout, excluding markets in the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS). Think of it as a fusion of XPENG’s technology with Google Maps Technology to get a more robust, intelligent, powerful, and safe autonomous driving experience. Overseas users of the XPENG L03 will be the very first to experience this upgraded, Google-powered native navigation system. My Thoughts I personally love and use Google Maps, so I’m glad to see this partnership, and I find it really neat how XPENG and Google Maps technology will work together. What are your thoughts and questions on XPENG integrating Google Maps natively to power its global self-driving tech? Let me know in the replies, and I will try to find the answers to your questions.
M. Brandon Lee | THIS IS TECH TODAY65,925 views • 3 months ago
Had an interesting experience with the new Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max today. Touch was severely messed up, and it was hard to even restart the phone. Once I managed to swipe enough, it registered, and I restarted. Has worked fine since. A bit odd on a brand new device, but maybe a random bug that worked itself out with the usual "did you try restarting it?" I'll keep an eye on it to see if it happens again and update if it does. Otherwise, all good now. 👍
M. Brandon Lee | THIS IS TECH TODAY23,107 views • 1 month ago
Example and comparison with the display on. It’s crazy how it strangely looks more saturated and contrasts as a whole even if a very specific area with no reflection is more contrast on the glossy version. I think viewing it as a whole makes more practical sense than a clinical/technical level in terms of contrast and saturation. Does any of this make sense? Lol. I think you have to see it in person if this video doesn’t make it obvious.
M. Brandon Lee | THIS IS TECH TODAY45,437 views • 1 year ago
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