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AI companionship has its supporters, but getting negged by a glowing AirTag on a shoestring isn’t friendship.
Victoria Song

It’s a very thin line between helpful monitoring and health paranoia.
Victoria Song

It’s reasonable to feel wary about this tech, but we can’t ignore how it can be a game-changer for disabled communities
Victoria Song

The company’s success in the space hinges on whether it can continue to push the category forward.
Victoria Song

Satellite SOS would be fine, but maybe it’s time for a new wearable thesis rooted in what people really want.
Victoria Song


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