Tony Fadell, the inventor of the iPod, asks me anything
I'm Tony Fadell, inventor of iPod, iPhone, and Nest. Ask me anything! https://imgur.com/a/w8l9jun: r/technology
https://www.reddit.com/r/technology/comments/13i7j5b/im_tony_fadell_inventor_of_ipod_iphone_and_nest/
Fadell first said, ``I am an engineer, a designer, an investor, a mentor, and now a
Q:
Regarding the iPod, how do you feel about it compared to current mobile devices such as smartphones? Do you think there is still room for a dedicated device?
A:
I think there is definitely room for a dedicated machine. We want a free musical experience, and we want devices that allow us to absorb music without giving in to distractions and temptations.
Q:
As a designer, I envision the next generation of voice assistants. What is your vision for the fusion of AI assistants and humanity? Do you think AI can help us and make us better?
A:
I think AI is a tool. Humans need to evolve with their tools, just as they have for generations. When hiring an AI agent, you should know exactly what's behind it. Just like humans, you need to know what your resume is about. Where did you go to school, where do you live, have you done anything wrong? In that case, AI resumes should be more transparent than human resumes.
Q:
What do you think is the future of social media/networks/apps?
A:
I think that 'verification of identity' is important. I want to know who everyone is talking to. Identity verification will undoubtedly become mainstream.
Q:
Do you think the arrival of AR headsets will change the industry and eventually replace things like smartphones and laptops? Or do you think you'll continue to use both in addition to what you're currently using?
A:
will coexist. Just as laptops never replaced desktops and smartphones, they will all coexist.
Q:
Is there a way to determine when to release a product? For example, should we launch a product that will be needed in 2-5 years, or should we launch a product that is needed right now? I believe most startups fail because they release their products at the wrong time.
A:
A little earlier is better. Too early is not good. The iPod was perfect timing. I would like the product to lead mind share, not market share.
Q:
Steve Jobs hated big iPhones, what do you think about big iPhones?
A:
In 2009, it was clear that the market wanted a bigger iPhone, and Apple adjusted accordingly. I can't believe Steve ignored such a customer request.
Q:
What's the biggest lesson you learned from Steve?
A:
When should you say no? The more you say no, the more powerful Jesus becomes.
Q:
Have you ever looked back and wished you'd done something different while developing the iPhone?
A:
No there is not. I think we've done everything necessary to make the first iPhone happen.
Q:
Were there any discussions or disagreements within the team during the development of the iPhone?
A:
I think the biggest one is the hardware keyboard. Whether it should have a hardware keyboard or a virtual keyboard (it's clear who won), whether the screen should be plastic or glass, and so on.
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Q:
What's the biggest lesson you've learned from failure?
A:
It's about overcoming failure and seeing what you've learned. The only time you fail is when you stop and choose not to learn. You have to keep going and learn from your mistakes. You may have to change, but you have to keep going anyway. A person's greatest limitation is himself.
Q:
What area of the business do you think will innovate next? I think people are always thinking about difficult and complicated things when trying to build a business or a product.
A:
I agree with your second sentence. Don't chase money, chase your curiosity. All businesses are being transformed by digital technologies like AI. Go where your curiosity lies, where you want to improve.
Q:
I'm thinking of firing my co-founder. Now that all the paperwork is done, do you have any advice on how to actually talk to the other person at the end?
A:
First, we should talk for months before we have final talks. There should be more than one way to have a conversation without making a final decision. In addition to you and the target person, it is also good to involve other people such as shareholders and investors. Dismissal is a difficult and time-consuming process. It's been a discussion for over 4 months. If this number surprises you, you have a problem with your thinking.
Q:
You've been a game changer in the industry, Tony, what's next? Want to see something that doesn't yet exist in the world?
A:
We have just finished the development of '
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