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In this episode of 'The Altered Perception Show,' we dive deep into the world of wearables(AR/AI glasses, smartwatches, Plaud Note etc.) and AI with Austin Mejia, Product Manager for Pixel Watch and Wear OS at Google. Austin discusses the evolving landscape of smartwatches, smart glasses, and other wearable technology, offering insights into foundational models, on-device AI, and the future potential of these devices. From the convergence of AI and health tracking to the challenges and innovations in hardware development, this conversation uncovers the fascinating progress and future of wearables. Additionally, Austin shares his own journey and offers valuable advice for those looking to enter the tech industry.

00:00 Introduction
01:30 Meet Austin Mejia: Leading AI for Pixel Watch
03:31 Austin's Journey: From Policy to Hardware
04:32 Building the AI Team at Google
10:40 The Future of Wearables and AI
16:30 Challenges and Innovations in Wearable Tech
28:49 The Role of AI in Enhancing Wearable Usability
34:17 Pixel Watch 4: A Game Changer
37:12 Pioneering Smart Replies on Wearables
37:40 Challenges of On-Device LLMs
39:41 Improving Messaging on Smartwatches
40:44 Gesture and Voice Interaction
42:27 Collaborating with Qualcomm on Hardware
44:38 Foundational Models and Wearables
47:39 Health and Fitness Tracking
53:21 Privacy and On-Device AI
57:54 Future of Wearables and AI
01:14:27 Advice for Aspiring Technologists

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Who has the real agency—humans or AI? In this episode of The Altered Perception Show, host Gaurav sits down with Preyas Joshi, Global Product Leader at Amazon and 12-year AWS veteran, to dive into the power struggle between people and intelligent machines. Together, they unpack what responsible AI means, how guardrails shape agentic systems, the importance of data grounding, and the evolving role of agent orchestration across industries. From open source debates to future innovations in robotics and wearables, discover practical insights and ethical challenges as Preyas shares strategies for organizations and individuals to adapt, build proprietary technology, and integrate AI responsibly in a fast-changing world—no matter your technical background.

00:00 Introduction
00:11 The Importance of Data and Proprietary Technology
00:33 Human Imperfection and AI Expectations
00:48 The Context-Aware Robot
00:57 Customer Retention Strategies
01:22 Welcome to the Altered Perception Show
01:27 Guest Introduction: Preyas Joshi from Amazon
03:22 Understanding Responsible AI
04:27 The Importance of Grounding in AI
08:13 Open Source vs. Closed Source AI Models
11:19 The Risks and Safety of AI Models
17:04 The Role of Governance in AI
19:06 Introduction to RAG and Agentic AI Systems
25:43 The Impact of AI on Jobs and Productivity
29:26 Learning and Adapting to AI
35:27 Snap Dev: An Example of Agentic AI
43:40 Implementing AI Policies in Different Industries
44:50 The Importance of Organizational Design in AI
45:11 Challenges and Failures in AI Implementation
47:00 Experimentation Mindset in Machine Learning
48:27 Educating Organizations on AI
49:17 AI in Non-Tech Industries
51:18 Data Strategy and Proprietary Data
54:13 Building vs. Buying AI Solutions
55:37 Agent Orchestration Systems
01:07:24 Future of AI: Memory and Embodiment
01:11:18 Responsible AI in Wearables and Robotics
01:19:37 The Philosophical Debate on AGI and ASI
01:24:33 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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We've been told the future is all about code and algorithms, but what if the biggest breakthroughs in AI, electric vehicles, and space travel are actually waiting on a physical revolution? What if the next great bottleneck isn't compute, but the very materials we use to build our world?

This week on The Altered Perception Show, we're joined by Dr. Pradyumna Gupta, a PhD in material science and founder of Infinite Lab—the "Uber of material testing." Dr. Gupta delivers a masterclass on why the next generation of technology will be defined by materials science. He argues that the current silicon-based world is hitting a hard physical limit, and the race is on to find the "wonder materials" that will unlock our future.

In this episode, you will discover:
*Why silicon alone can’t sustain the next wave of AI
*How diamond, graphene, and 2D materials could change chips forever
*The role of photonics in unlocking faster, more energy-efficient AI models
*Why gallium nitride and silicon carbide are already reshaping EVs and power electronics
*How material science could enable safer, longer space missions
*The intersection of cutting-edge science, AI infrastructure, and human exploration

00:00 Introduction
00:28 The Role of Material Science in Innovation
01:28 Welcome to the Altered Perception Show
01:38 Meet Dr. Gupta
02:15 The Importance of Material Science in AI
05:17 Infinite Lab: The Uber of Material Testing
09:06 Challenges and Innovations in Material Testing
19:46 The Future of Space and Aerospace Materials
27:35 Betting on the Next Decade's Key Materials
34:03 Exploring Carbon and Silicon in AI Chips
34:26 The Heat Dissipation Challenge in AI Hardware
35:51 Diamond as a Thermal Conductor
37:33 Future Materials for AI and Technological Systems
38:57 Photonics: The Future of Computing
44:55 The Role of Material Science in Various Industries
46:17 The Future of Batteries and Energy Storage
50:14 Hydrogen as a Fuel Source
52:34 The Evolution of Electric Vehicles
56:56 The Importance of Material Science in AI and Beyond

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