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TEC170: Is putting a deceased loved ones voice in your smart assistant a step too far? Dom Bettinelli, Jack Baruzzini, and Victor Lams discuss the ethical and tastefulness limits of deepfaking, plus more tech news and picks of the week.

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Links for this episode:

• GPS Narrated Audio Driving Tour Apps | GyPSy Guide
• Alexa will soon be able to read stories as your dead grandma – TechCrunch
• New York state passes first-ever ‘right to repair’ law for electronics – The Verge
• Apple Confirms iPad Will No Longer Be Supported as a Home Hub in iOS 16 – MacRumors
• Netflix Confirms Plans For Ad-Supported Service, Begins Second Round of Layoffs – Slashdot
• Cryptocurrency tech’s security weaknesses could compromise how it runs: DARPA : NPR

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Picks of the Week:

• Jack: iPad Pro USB C Hub, 7-in-1 Adapter
• Victor: BAOFENG UV-5X (UV-5G) GMRS Radio, Long Range Walkie Talkies
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  • NotaRubicon Productions – YouTube
  • Gadget Talk – YouTube
• Dom: Stay for Mac

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