I tried Apple's Siri Recaps. They're surprisingly useful — and a little unsettling | TechCrunch
The short version
Apple's new Siri Recaps for the Apple Watch impresses users despite privacy concerns, showcasing its potential for note-taking and sound detection.
Key takeaways
- Siri Recaps summarizes daily conversations for note-taking.
- Features include sound detection and Live Rewind for quick audio review.
- Some users find always-listening technology unsettling.
- The feature needs improvements for organizing captured notes.
Overall sentiment
MixedWhile the technology shows great utility, concerns about privacy and invasiveness remain.
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