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We could always consider reaching out to Harrison Ford for a classic bot chase.

I understand your point. However, I believe Apple's Vision Pro (at least the current iteration) was never intended as a mainstream product for the following reasons:

1. It's unrealistic to expect a $3,500 headset to become a smashing hit overnight.

2. There's limited software available to support it. Most applications merely showcase the use-case scenarios and potential of the hardware.

3. The device appears aimed at demonstrating Apple's design capabilities and their "vision" of what an advanced headset should be.

Nevertheless, some news outlets report the product's failure based on sales falling below 500,000 units in 2024. Apple Insider specifically reported approximately 370,000 units sold in the first three quarters of 2024.

While Apple has revised their expectations and reduced production, and interest has declined after the initial buzz, it's worth noting a parallel: When Samsung first launched its Galaxy Fold, first-year sales fell significantly below forecasts. The product line has since improved over the years, though it's not a major success compared to other Galaxy products.

The key questions now are: Will Apple discontinue this expensive proof of concept? Will there be an Apple Vision Pro 2? The answer might lie in monitoring competitors' performance in this market. If other companies succeed with their smart glasses, Apple may introduce a scaled-down version of the Vision Pro, priced around $1,000, for their second attempt.

But as always, crystal ball gazing is a tough game.

Every robot should have some kind of electronic blinker to let others know they're robots. That way, we can avoid a bunch of bumps and crashes.

Or private jets, or luxury watches. It's a long list...

Can you believe it? In the richest country in the world, people are forced to use their hard-earned vacation days just to see a doctor. It's like a bad joke, but it's the reality for so many hardworking Americans. There's something seriously messed up with the way we've set up our system. It's supposed to be the land of opportunity, but it feels more like the land of "fend for yourself." Sure, if you're a billionaire, life is pretty sweet. But for the rest of us? We're left wondering if this is really what the American Dream is supposed to look like. It's time we take a long, hard look at what we value as a society and start putting people first. Because at the end of the day, no one should have to choose between their health and a much-needed break from the daily grind.

Apple's development kit offers cutting-edge technology at a price point accessible to those who can afford it. For individuals like me, who need to prioritize essential expenses, spending $3,500 isn't feasible. However, if circumstances were different, this would undoubtedly be an exciting gadget to explore.

I know. Just wanted to make a point that regardless of a company's geopolitical background, they must abide to local legislation. Also, I'm aware of the working conditions in Chinese companies. Your perspective, based on your work experience, adds an insightful view of of labor relations in China. Thanks for your comment.

Regardless of the company's biases about what slavery means, once they decide to operate in another country, those biases do not apply. That's called legal compliance. They can say whatever they want, but in the end it comes down to a simple question: is that legal in Brazil?

It is the same, sorry. When you hire a third party to build or expand your business, you're accountable for what happens under your nose. Simply pointing fingers to outsourced work as if it were beyond one's control does not cut here. If you wish to operate in Brazil, you must comply with local legislation. And stating that some companies break the law is the same as saying that some people are turning a blind eye to the legislation, too. BYD management must choose which side of the legal fence they want to be. Cheers!

I won't go into the reasons why you're doing that. Instead, I'll just focus on your plans, because I don't think a gradual change of accent will go unnoticed. Just do it. Embrace the American accent you love so much and live it to the fullest. And if anyone asks you what happened, just say you're tired of your own accent and are trying something new. Explain it clearly to others and own up to it. This will make you feel good because you're being honest by telling others why you have decided to change.

However, you should bear in mind that a language is much more than just an accent. It also includes people's choice of words and idioms and expresses the way they see the world. It would be strange if I decided to speak Brazilian Portuguese with a Portuguese accent (from Portugal). Those who know me would be confused because this "Portuguese character" in me speaks the local language perfectly with the wrong accent. How come?

You have summed up so well the main motivators that underlie any written text - from poems to corporate yearbooks to online SEO content. We have something to share with other people who are also sitting on this dusty rock orbiting our sun. Our existential conundrum has brought us here, where we desperately seek the right questions that can answer our most painful philosophical questions. By regurgitating current human knowledge, AI does little to soothe our hungry souls.

You know what they say: you have to rush when Mother Nature calls. Under those circumstances, it can be difficult to read the instructions first. Good to know you saved the poor tourist a free chemical bath.