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Anybody else have this problem in Baja?

Santiago - 9-17-2021 at 06:57 AM

Conversation this morning with Siri:
Me (after realizing I had driven way pass the usual Friday morning donut shop: "Hey Siri, closest donut shop"
Siri: 'I found one, Howard's Donuts on Sunrise Blvd, 1.5 miles away; will this do?"
Me: Yes
Siri: OK, would you like to call or get directions?
Me: Directions
Siri: Where would you like to go?
Me: ?? Howard's Donuts
Siri: Howard's Donuts on Sunrise?
Me: YES!!
Siri: I found Howard's Donuts, it gets good reviews. Would you like to call or get directions?
Me: WTF?? "Direction please"
Siri: Where would you like to go?
Me, after pulling over: "you dumb piece of crap A.I. junk, HOWARD'S DONUTS!!
Siri, after a long pause: "I found one on Sunrise, gets good reviews, would you like to call or get directions?"
Me: (%^&*%$#@$%^*((&^%$#
Siri: "Sir, there is no need to talk to me that way"
Me: "why you sorry sack of ......" as I chuck the iPhone 12 mini that cost damn near $1K into the middle of Sunrise Blvd and watch an early morning cement truck roll over it.
Good, I hear the new iPhones are better anyway.

AKgringo - 9-17-2021 at 07:02 AM

" I hear the new I-phones get good reviews! Would you like to call, or get more information?"

JZ - 9-17-2021 at 07:16 AM

Samsung with Google assistant >>>> iPhone.

iPhones are for women and children who are easily bamboozled by marketing over who has the best technology.

mtgoat666 - 9-17-2021 at 07:37 AM

Quote: Originally posted by JZ

Samsung with Google assistant >>>> iPhone.

iPhones are for women and children who are easily bamboozled by marketing over who has the best technology.

Shorty mcjizzy,
Why do you feel compelled to insult iPhone users as being women and children? In your world view manly men use the crappy tech?

iPhone rules the world for one reason, it is better user experience. People willing pay more for iPhones because the software and hardware package is simply better than the rest.

JC43 - 9-17-2021 at 08:33 AM

Smart iPhone users are the smartests -- they think! That`s the only reason why they call themself smart. I do not have an iPhone. That´s why I am turning around when I missed the shop and be in the shop of my choice in no time. Using iPhones is making people dummer today than people were in the old days. Because `Thinking´ is no more! And "common sense" is not a content of the brain these days.

motoged - 9-17-2021 at 08:50 AM

Quote: Originally posted by JZ

Samsung with Google assistant >>>> iPhone.

iPhones are for women and children who are easily bamboozled by marketing over who has the best technology.

Great info, Slick. I would much rather have you try to bamboozle Nomads... :lol:

John Harper - 9-17-2021 at 08:51 AM

Sounds like some of you need a shot of tequila, and chill out.

John

A good thread, with it's root in humor!

AKgringo - 9-17-2021 at 08:56 AM

Would it be too much to ask that others respond in kind, and ignore posts that want to preach or argue? :?:

BajaTed - 9-17-2021 at 09:34 AM

The map girl is my first AI relationship. It started on a dark country road... Love is strange.

Skipjack Joe - 9-17-2021 at 09:40 AM

Quote: Originally posted by AKgringo

" I hear the new I-phones get good reviews! Would you like to call, or get more information?"

I thought this was the best comment.

It's not the phone itself but the software that's at fault. I would have kept the phone and waited for a version upgrade. I think the same upgrades get rolled out to all the models so perhaps replacing iphones won't fix the problem.

The google map navigation available on iphones is worth the money of the phone just by itself. And the cameras have revolutionized image taking by the public. No way would I go back to the days before smart phones. In terms of universal usage it's probably the greatest technological innovation of this Century.

Santiago - 9-17-2021 at 09:59 AM

Quote: Originally posted by JC43

Smart iPhone users are the smartests -- they think! That`s the only reason why they call themself smart. I do not have an iPhone. That´s why I am turning around when I missed the shop and be in the shop of my choice in no time. Using iPhones is making people dummer today than people were in the old days. Because `Thinking´ is no more! And "common sense" is not a content of the brain these days.

I resemble that remark.....However in my defense, I have stopped buying stuff on Amazon. Somehow sending more $ to J Bozo irks me. We all have our own limits, that's mine.

SFandH - 9-17-2021 at 10:00 AM

Quote: Originally posted by Skipjack Joe

In terms of universal usage it's probably the greatest technological innovation of this Century.

Or the greatest curse. I don't like the technology, too insidious. I have an old smartphone that I turn on only when my wife and I are apart, in case she needs to call.

IMHO ebook readers (Kindles) are the greatest tech innovation. Vise grip pliers and Gorilla Tape are right up there too. :lol:

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by SFandH]

John Harper - 9-17-2021 at 10:16 AM

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

Quote: Originally posted by Skipjack Joe

In terms of universal usage it's probably the greatest technological innovation of this Century.

Two tools I tell my students in Auto Tech I never want to see them use are Vise Grips and an adjustable (Crescent) wrench. Unless you absolutely, positively have no other choice.

A kid snapped a stud on his Toyota Supra intake manifold (after not following my instructions) so I had to use a Vise Grip to extract it. I just told them "you will likely need one when you don't follow directions the first time."

John

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by John Harper]

Android or iPhone?

AKgringo - 9-17-2021 at 10:22 AM

I don't have either! My old Motorola flip phone (TracFone service) used to receive, but not place calls in Mexico, but on a Baja trip in 2013, I found that was no longer the case.

For my next trip in late 2014, I bought an ATT pre-paid "smart phone" for $30, and I am still using it today. It is a Microsoft, Lumina 640, and has been incredibly durable!

John Harper - 9-17-2021 at 10:29 AM

Quote: Originally posted by AKgringo

I don't have either! My old Motorola flip phone (TracFone service) used to receive, but not place calls in Mexico, but on a Baja trip in 2013, I found that was no longer the case.

For my next trip in late 2014, I bought an ATT pre-paid "smart phone" for $30, and I am still using it today. It is a Microsoft, Lumina 640, and has been incredibly durable!

I have a friend like that with a flip phone. He refuses to learn how to text, and I refuse to exchange voicemails. Needless to say, haven't heard much from him in a while.

John

SFandH - 9-17-2021 at 10:34 AM

Quote: Originally posted by John Harper

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

Quote: Originally posted by Skipjack Joe

In terms of universal usage it's probably the greatest technological innovation of this Century.

Two tools I tell my students in Auto Tech I never want to see them use are Vise Grips and an adjustable (Crescent) wrench. Unless you absolutely, positively have no other choice.

John

Sounds like rounding off nuts by improperly using versatile tools is a debate for another thread. Sorry I went off-topic.

Back on topic.

I'm a high-tech guy. The first code I wrote was 45 years ago and I worked 32 years straight in the microcomputer software business.

I really think the coupling of powerful, handheld, battery-operated devices that are within arm's reach 7/24, with AI software is frightening. I can't articulate exactly what my fears are, but the idea doesn't sit well with me. It's addictive, mind-overpowering.

That's why I'm looking forward to going to my winter home in BCS for 6 months where there is no cell signal, no Internet connectivity. I have to drive to town to go digital.

Six months living an analog life sounds (is) really good to me.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by SFandH]

Paco Facullo - 9-17-2021 at 10:48 AM

Funny story of Siri,

My first iPhone was a 7 max , It had the button that you pushed to open it, well apparently, I would hold the button too long and Siri would always ask me "How can I help you ?"

I didn't want or like Siri at all, I simply wanted to open the phone.
But she kept coming on ( I hadn't figured out to just push quickly )

Well, she was peeING me off big time, SO's I finally yell at her
" Go "F" yourself, eat SH*T and DIE !!!"

She comes back at me with ,

" I hope that you don't speak to your Mother with that mouth "?

She earned a LOT of points that day....

Skipjack Joe - 9-17-2021 at 11:40 AM

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

Quote: Originally posted by John Harper

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

Quote: Originally posted by Skipjack Joe

In terms of universal usage it's probably the greatest technological innovation of this Century.

Two tools I tell my students in Auto Tech I never want to see them use are Vise Grips and an adjustable (Crescent) wrench. Unless you absolutely, positively have no other choice.

John

Isn't posting on Bajanomads the same? Actually more addicting than using an iphone. Iphones aren't that great for surfing the internet. Social media is the most time consuming addiction we may now have.

SFandH - 9-17-2021 at 11:49 AM

Yup, but nothing like it is going to be. There's no AI here. it won't be long before there will be silicon-based Bajanomad or Facebook members, like Data in Star Trek without the human form.

I hope it's not a troll.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by SFandH]

JZ - 9-17-2021 at 11:51 AM

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

I'm a high-tech guy. The first code I wrote was 45 years ago and I worked 32 years straight in the microcomputer software business.

I really think the coupling of powerful, handheld, battery-operated devices that are within arm's reach 7/24, with AI software is frightening. I can't articulate exactly what my fears are, but the idea doesn't sit well with me. It's addictive, mind-overpowering.

That's why I'm looking forward to going to my winter home in BCS for 6 months where there is no cell signal, no Internet connectivity. I have to drive to town to go digital.

Six months living an analog life sounds (is) really good to me.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by SFandH]

Right out of college I spent 7 year writting code in C. Firmware for embedded systems. Used to test the original GSM based cellular networks.

Later led marketing for an AI startup in Silicon Beach. It was an Alexa like product for call centers.

Love technology. Have a bunch of gadgets.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by JZ]

TMW - 9-17-2021 at 01:09 PM

I have an Iphone my daughter gave me and I only use it for face to face Dr visits and the weather otherwise I use my flip phone. Much easier to use and understand.

I should add that the Iphone is too big to carry around. No wonder people always has them in their hand.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by TMW]

John Harper - 9-17-2021 at 01:29 PM

Quote: Originally posted by TMW

I have an Iphone my daughter gave me and I only use it for face to face Dr visits and the weather otherwise I use my flip phone. Much easier to use and understand.

I should add that the Iphone is too big to carry around. No wonder people always has them in their hand.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by TMW]

Not my older Iphone 5SE, nice and compact. Don't you get tired of having to listen to voicemails, and then leaving voicemail in return? I find exchanging voicemails a ridiculous waste of time.

John

Lee - 9-17-2021 at 04:49 PM

Quote: Originally posted by Santiago

Conversation this morning with Siri:
Me (after realizing I had driven way pass the usual Friday morning donut shop: "Hey Siri, closest donut shop"
Siri: 'I found one, Howard's Donuts on Sunrise Blvd, 1.5 miles away; will this do?"
Me: Yes
Siri: OK, would you like to call or get directions?
Me: Directions
Siri: Where would you like to go?
Me: ?? Howard's Donuts
Siri: Howard's Donuts on Sunrise?
Me: YES!!
Siri: I found Howard's Donuts, it gets good reviews. Would you like to call or get directions?
Me: WTF?? "Direction please"
Siri: Where would you like to go?
Me, after pulling over: "you dumb piece of crap A.I. junk, HOWARD'S DONUTS!!
Siri, after a long pause: "I found one on Sunrise, gets good reviews, would you like to call or get directions?"
Me: (%^&*%$#@$%^*((&^%$#
Siri: "Sir, there is no need to talk to me that way"
Me: "why you sorry sack of ......" as I chuck the iPhone 12 mini that cost damn near $1K into the middle of Sunrise Blvd and watch an early morning cement truck roll over it.
Good, I hear the new iPhones are better anyway.

Takes very little for people to get plugged in. Not rocket science.

Truly a Class Issue.

John Harper - 9-17-2021 at 05:08 PM

Quote: Originally posted by JZ

Love technology. Have a bunch of gadgets.

Unfortunately for us, none of the "parental controls" have been enabled.

:biggrin:

John

mtgoat666 - 9-17-2021 at 08:34 PM

I like my iPhone.
I have seen my friends copycat phones (Google, android, whatever).
I will stick with iPhone.
I also like my iPad.
Nice that they all work so well.
I don’t want a project, I just like my phone and tablet to work easy peasy.
Apple wins hands down.
Maybe you nerds will be happy with Android or whatever you call it these days….

JZ - 9-17-2021 at 09:06 PM

Quote: Originally posted by mtgoat666

I like my iPhone.
I have seen my friends copycat phones (Google, android, whatever).
I will stick with iPhone.
I also like my iPad.
Nice that they all work so well.
I don’t want a project, I just like my phone and tablet to work easy peasy.
Apple wins hands down.
Maybe you nerds will be happy with Android or whatever you call it these days….

Circa 2010 I was in Barcelona at the biggest wireless convention in the world. About 50K ppl from 110 countries.

Samsung launched the first generation Galaxy Note at the event. From 2010 to 2018 Apple was on average 18-24 months behind Samsung on every smartphone innovation. And 36 months behind on screen size at the beginning.

Sticking with Apple because of their TV commercials left you holding the bag on dated tech.

pacificobob - 9-18-2021 at 06:35 AM

Such a "first world " thread.

JC43 - 9-18-2021 at 09:45 PM

Well, to my understanding the Iphones or "smart phones" are making people more stupid than smart. People rely on the "smart thing" and are foregetting to think. See the first example in this thread.
What exactly means SIRI??? Self Inviting Rediculous Invention, or what?

[Edited on 9-19-2021 by JC43]

JZ - 9-18-2021 at 10:13 PM

If you aren't using Google Photos and are instead using Apple's iCloud you are missing the mark.

The intelligence of Google Photos' search is incredible. I have about 100K photos uploaded and can locate the specific photo(s) I'm looking for in seconds/minutes. Facial recognition, geo-location, object type, animal type, text in the photo, color, etc.

You can literally type, coyote, Loreto, March, and it will pull up the specific coyote you were thinking about.

motoged - 9-19-2021 at 02:17 PM

Quote: Originally posted by SFandH

.... There's no AI here.

[Edited on 9-17-2021 by SFandH]

.... and sometimes a dearth of "regular" intelligence ... :biggrin:

dravnx - 9-20-2021 at 08:17 AM

It always cracks me up. Posters complaining about technology........on .........an......... internet.......forum.

AKgringo - 9-20-2021 at 08:25 AM

Quote: Originally posted by dravnx

It always cracks me up. Posters complaining about technology........on .........an......... internet.......forum.

I have been sending up smoke signals this last week, and the only response I got was from Cal Fire!

I sure hope my freedom of speech argument holds up in court,

SFandH - 9-20-2021 at 10:34 AM

Quote: Originally posted by dravnx

It always cracks me up. Posters complaining about technology........on .........an......... internet.......forum.

I just read a short article about social media addiction and at the end was an advertisement for online therapy. :lol: