testuser2 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:07 pm
Does anyone have one of these at their grocery store? I was trying to get some coffee filters off the bottom shelf and that damn robot kept blocking me. When I would get close it would stop moving and then I couldn't reach around it. Had to wait for the thing to move on. It was like a retiree with a short cart. Moved slow and got in the way.
Hmmm... my bullshit detector went off while reading that:
“Marty does not replace our associates – instead, he allows members of our team to spend more time engaging with and assisting customers,” said Ashley Flower, spokeswoman.
"beautiful, with an exotic-yet-familiar facial structure and an arresting gaze."
testuser2 wrote: ↑Fri Apr 26, 2019 1:07 pm
Does anyone have one of these at their grocery store? I was trying to get some coffee filters off the bottom shelf and that damn robot kept blocking me. When I would get close it would stop moving and then I couldn't reach around it. Had to wait for the thing to move on. It was like a retiree with a short cart. Moved slow and got in the way.
Hmmm... my bullshit detector went off while reading that:
“Marty does not replace our associates – instead, he allows members of our team to spend more time engaging with and assisting customers,” said Ashley Flower, spokeswoman.
Good lord that's horrible. I think if i ran into those, I'd go Ned Ludd on it.
And his one problem is he didn’t go to Russia that night because he had extracurricular activities, and they froze to death.
There was a lot of victim-blaming (even in this thread) when this first happened, but that seems to be a pretty reckless oversight on Uber's part. Maybe even more reckless than walking your bike across the street and assuming an oncoming car will stop for you.
There was a lot of victim-blaming (even in this thread) when this first happened, but that seems to be a pretty reckless oversight on Uber's part. Maybe even more reckless than walking your bike across the street and assuming an oncoming car will stop for you.
Wonder how much of that finding understands how these are now programmed. There is a great talk on how Tesla programs its auto pilot. And it really is not programming like you may have learned (i.e. If you see a person in the street don't hit him, else keep going forward). These algorithms are using machine learning that cover things like based on every time something like all of these inputs have happened we generally see the car should do the following.
There is a great video that explains this where they just show the issue of trying to teach sensors the road markings or when to clean a windhsield (an example they used was how the whippers work well for rain but failed when hit with a bowl of spaghetti).
And the reality is that it's very difficult or even impossible to patch many IoT devices. It's gonna be a problem.
I have a Bluetooth speaker connected to my TV, and it's affected by the BlueBorne vulnerability. I know of no way to patch that, either. I wonder how many cars are affected by that vulnerability and if there are any means to patch them. Probably not.
And the reality is that it's very difficult or even impossible to patch many IoT devices. It's gonna be a problem.
I have a Bluetooth speaker connected to my TV, and it's affected by the BlueBorne vulnerability. I know of no way to patch that, either. I wonder how many cars are affected by that vulnerability and if there are any means to patch them. Probably not.
I'm curious what the "vulnerability" is for something like that. What is the consequence of the bluetooth or the light controls being compromised? Relatedly, what is the incentive for someone to fuck with those things - a home invasion?
And his one problem is he didn’t go to Russia that night because he had extracurricular activities, and they froze to death.
And the reality is that it's very difficult or even impossible to patch many IoT devices. It's gonna be a problem.
I have a Bluetooth speaker connected to my TV, and it's affected by the BlueBorne vulnerability. I know of no way to patch that, either. I wonder how many cars are affected by that vulnerability and if there are any means to patch them. Probably not.
I'm curious what the "vulnerability" is for something like that. What is the consequence of the bluetooth or the light controls being compromised? Relatedly, what is the incentive for someone to fuck with those things - a home invasion?
The vulnerabilities essentially serve as a gateway to your network. Once someone has access to the network, they can scan the network for connected devices and then attack any systems connected to it. Using my Bluetooth speaker as an example, if it were compromised and I connected my phone to the speaker via Bluetooth, my phone could be compromised, too. And if it were compromised, the attackers could access the data on my phone (and my local network if my phone was connected via WiFi at the same time).
And the reality is that it's very difficult or even impossible to patch many IoT devices. It's gonna be a problem.
I have a Bluetooth speaker connected to my TV, and it's affected by the BlueBorne vulnerability. I know of no way to patch that, either. I wonder how many cars are affected by that vulnerability and if there are any means to patch them. Probably not.
I'm curious what the "vulnerability" is for something like that. What is the consequence of the bluetooth or the light controls being compromised? Relatedly, what is the incentive for someone to fuck with those things - a home invasion?
The vulnerabilities essentially serve as a gateway to your network. Once someone has access to the network, they can scan the network for connected devices and then attack any systems connected to it. Using my Bluetooth speaker as an example, if it were compromised and I connected my phone to the speaker via Bluetooth, my phone could be compromised, too. And if it were compromised, the attackers could access the data on my phone (and my local network if my phone was connected via WiFi at the same time).
Ah. Yeah, I guess that's a problem.
Luckily I have very little connectedness in my house.
And his one problem is he didn’t go to Russia that night because he had extracurricular activities, and they froze to death.
Sheriff’s deputies are responding and seeing the drones as well. They reported seeing a “mothership” 6’ in diameter flanked by 10 smaller drones (some fixed wing, some not). When deputies follow the drones, they clock them at speeds of 60-70 mph. The drones also appear to be dropping or picking up things that look like “potatoes” [Redacted]
The FBI in Colorado and the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF) in Omaha are currently looking into the sightings. Perkins County Sherriff’s Office has three of the potatoes frozen in storage and will likely transfer them to the FBI for analysis. The FAA is sending an agent to Colorado this upcoming weekend to help investigate and handle the news coverage.
I think you have to create an account, but it's free. You can just use your Google account. Then start asking questions. Ask it to write a short adventure story starring your kids. Sing about your favorite team to the tune of a favorite song. It's fucking incredible.
The Mets are a team that's never quite been great
But they're the team that I've loved since I was eight
They play their home games in a ballpark by the sea
And every summer I go there to root, root, root
For the home team, though they seldom win
I'm still a fan, it's where I begin
The Mets have had their share of heartbreak and pain
But I still root for them, come sunshine or rain
I've seen the highs and lows of this team
But I still cheer, I'm part of the dream
The Mets are my team, no matter what
Through thick and thin, I'm here to stay, I won't cut
So here's to the Mets, through good times and bad
My team, my heart, my favorite squad
I'll always cheer for them, no matter the score
My loyalty is forever, I'll always be a Mets fan for sure.
This is amazing. When I’m not writing to or about Touchdown Tom, I’ve been asking it for boilerplate contract clauses, and they are excellent. Also, I’m glad i have saved up for early retirement if needed.
Majestic Maine Coons, with fur so plush and thick,
Their tales so long, their paws so large and grand,
They prowl the house with grace and stealthy flick,
A noble feline, a regal feline band.
Their eyes of gold, their ears of pointed hue,
Their purrs so loud, their meows so soft and sweet,
They are a joy to have, a comfort too,
A loyal friend, a constant, loving pet.
But watch out when they play, with claws unsheathed,
Their strength and speed, a sight to see and fear,
For they are hunters, born and bred,
And nothing escapes their watchful, perked-up ear.
Maine Coons, the gentle giants of the cat world,
A treasure to own, a blessing to behold.
I like that they made "unsheathed" rhyme with "bred" if you do it all Shakesperean and shit.
My avatar corresponds on my place in the Swamp posting list with the all-time Home Run list. Number 45 is Paul Konerko with 439.
Any of you guys who are good with AI stuff know if there's an accessible/affordable way to create a version of a song with the lyrics changed that sounds like the original singer is performing it? Thinking of a farewell present for someone at work.
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P.S. rass! Dont write me again, dude! You're in ignore list!
Johnny Carwash wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:19 am
Any of you guys who are good with AI stuff know if there's an accessible/affordable way to create a version of a song with the lyrics changed that sounds like the original singer is performing it? Thinking of a farewell present for someone at work.
There are obviously tools that do this, because we've seen the videos. I'm not sure which tools they are though.
Johnny Carwash wrote: ↑Mon Mar 25, 2024 9:19 am
Any of you guys who are good with AI stuff know if there's an accessible/affordable way to create a version of a song with the lyrics changed that sounds like the original singer is performing it? Thinking of a farewell present for someone at work.
I would call Weird Al, I don't think he is busy these days.
An honest to God cult of personality - formed around a failed steak salesman.
-Pruitt
I can't remember if I mentioned it, but we got a Tesla Model Y back in December. My wife drives it since I work from home. We got it used and it came with the Advanced Autopilot, but not Full Self Driving (FSD).
Tesla released a new version of FSD last week that is apparently a huge improvement. As part of it, they gave everyone a 30-day free trial. I tried it the other day for the first time when I was going to pick up some dinner we'd ordered. I had it drive me all the way home from the restaurant and it did a damn good job. It stopped at lights, it changed lanes, it turned at intersections. I tried it again a couple of days later, again going to pick up food. This time, it drove all the way from my driveway to the restaurant, including pulling into the parking lot. It's pretty fucking amazing! I was very nervous at first, but I got used to it quickly.
Last night, I used it to drive us to the beach. I only took it off of full control a few times. It's still got a few quirks - like not slowing down after the speed limit drops for 5-10 seconds (which is nerve-wracking in rural towns where you know cops watch for that) - but it's pretty fucking awesome. You do have to keep your hands on the wheel and apply regular pressure, but otherwise, I'm finding that it's much less mentally taxing than regular driving.
I'm still not going to buy the FSD when the trial ends, but I'll definitely consider paying the ~$100 for a month if I plan to take a trip.
Shirley wrote: ↑Sat Apr 06, 2024 2:47 pm
I can't remember if I mentioned it, but we got a Tesla Model Y back in December. My wife drives it since I work from home. We got it used and it came with the Advanced Autopilot, but not Full Self Driving (FSD).
Tesla released a new version of FSD last week that is apparently a huge improvement. As part of it, they gave everyone a 30-day free trial. I tried it the other day for the first time when I was going to pick up some dinner we'd ordered. I had it drive me all the way home from the restaurant and it did a damn good job. It stopped at lights, it changed lanes, it turned at intersections. I tried it again a couple of days later, again going to pick up food. This time, it drove all the way from my driveway to the restaurant, including pulling into the parking lot. It's pretty fucking amazing! I was very nervous at first, but I got used to it quickly.
Last night, I used it to drive us to the beach. I only took it off of full control a few times. It's still got a few quirks - like not slowing down after the speed limit drops for 5-10 seconds (which is nerve-wracking in rural towns where you know cops watch for that) - but it's pretty fucking awesome. You do have to keep your hands on the wheel and apply regular pressure, but otherwise, I'm finding that it's much less mentally taxing than regular driving.
I'm still not going to buy the FSD when the trial ends, but I'll definitely consider paying the ~$100 for a month if I plan to take a trip.
Same here. It's pretty impressive. I can see how it would be easy to over rely on it. I'm never paying for it for good, but would definitely consider it for the month I go up and back to North Carolina.
Until everything is less insane, I'm mixing weed with wine.
So how did Tesla fuck up this truck so badly? Just in the rush to get to market? Or was it hubris, in the sense that we've been making cars for nearly 150 years with the same basic moving parts, but he had to, for lack of a less punny phrase, reinvent the wheel?
Because right now that things worse than an edsel or a yugo.
You know what you need? A lyrical sucker punch to the face.
Saw another one in the wild over the weekend at a car show and got to peek in a little. My guess about why they fucked this up is that it's got Elon's fingerprints all over it (moreso than the other models: S, 3, X, Y)(what a fucking dork he is to name them that). It is such a piece of shit truck. As it moves it clinks and clanks like there's loose parts or gears. The exterior looks bad too, even before you get to how dumb the geometry of it is. The steel coating looks rusted and picks up fingerprints. Sounds like it's unreliable as hell too.
Until everything is less insane, I'm mixing weed with wine.