In this episode of Check the techniqueartificial intelligence expert Brandon Johnson shares his picks for the latest back-to-school tech. From everyday tools that just make life easier, to gadgets that inspire Even the most tech-savvy, there's something here for everyone.
Johnson is a senior AI solutions architect at NVIDIA, which develops the technology that powers everything from ChatGPT to the movies we watch. “NVIDIA is everywhere,” he says Check the technique hosted by Sara Lovestyle. “Every day I work with engineers at other companies to help them solve problems.” From developing self-driving cars to improving early detection in cancer patients, Johnson's job is to work with engineers to solve these complex problems using NVIDIA technology.
With a steady stream of new tech products hitting the market, Johnson curates a list of what you need to know. Discover the latest technology on his radar this school season.
Perplexity redefines the search engine experience. Instead of producing a list of search results, Perplexity simplifies the process of finding information online. “Once you type in a prompt and search for something, it puts all that information together, condenses it, and gives it back to you,” Johnson says. It uses the $20 Pro version, but a free version is also available.
While the Perplexity search engine is a more user-friendly option, Johnson's next choice is a bit more in-depth: the NVIDIA Jetson AGX Orin. “It's basically what we use to program robots,” he explains. “This is going to be for my nerds, people who like to code and stuff like that. If you want to be hands-on, we usually recommend starting.”
When Johnson wants to unplug, he has a gadget for that. The Light Phone's minimalist design offers an alternative to smartphones with apps. “The only thing you can do is call and text,” he says. “It's very minimalistic. Sometimes you want to unplug, so this is the best way for me to unplug personally.” The Light Phone III is available for pre-order and will include a new camera feature.
Johnson's final pick is a must-have for any college student—a good pair of headphones. The AI expert loves the AirPods Max earphones for their long battery life, which will definitely come in handy for busy students on the go.
