33 Questions
What is the critique of Brownlee's review according to some observers?
Tone policing
What issue in tech is highlighted by the Black investor?
Bias against Black people and the media
What is the significance of Brownlee's review?
It's a review that can make or break a company
What did Brownlee reflect on in an interview?
A past era of media
What is the result of the proliferation of internet voices?
Hundreds of voices on the same product
What is a characteristic of the current tech media landscape?
Anyone on the internet can have a say
What did Brownlee's review highlight?
The issue with tech being critical of fanboy topics
What is the implication of Brownlee's review being perceived as powerful?
A single review can affect a company's success
What is the tone of the statement about Marques?
Supportive
What is the role of the media in tech, according to the Black investor?
Critic
What is the main reason some people criticize Brownlee's review?
His tone is perceived as harsh
What is the issue that Brownlee's review highlights in tech?
Bias against Black people
What is the difference between the current media landscape and the past era of media?
There are more voices now
What is the purpose of tone policing?
To dismiss what Black people say
How does the text describe the role of Marques?
A harsh critic
What is the implication of the proliferation of internet voices?
There are more voices now
What is the difference between the old and new media landscapes?
The old media had fewer voices
What is the purpose of Brownlee's review?
To highlight an issue in tech
What is the significance of a YouTube video going up on a product?
It is one of many reviews of the product
What is the tone of the statement about the tech industry?
Critical
What is one of the issues mentioned in the text that the tech industry faces?
Bias against Black people
What technique is criticized as a way to dismiss what people say based on their message delivery?
Tone policing
What era of media is referred to regarding the sought-after voices for tech opinions?
Past institutional media era
Which characteristic of today's tech media landscape does Marques Brownlee reflect on?
Increased sources of tech reviews
What is highlighted as a notable factor in the power dynamics related to a YouTuber reviewing a product?
Hundreds of other reviews being released at the same time
What is implied by the observation that Black tech media is critical of 'fanboy topics' like AI and IoT?
Critique of industry trends and biases
What aspect of Tone Policing is described in the text?
Dismissing the impact of message delivery
What is one reason highlighted in the text regarding tech's bias against Black people?
Technology concerns run by predominantly non-Black individuals
Match the following concepts with their descriptions in the text:
Tone policing = A technique used to dismiss what people say based on how a message is delivered Shams and frauds = Fraudulent or deceptive activities in the tech industry Fanboy topics = Popular tech topics like AI and IoT Institutional affiliation = The connection to a reputable institution or media outlet
Match the following individuals with their roles or characteristics in the text:
Marques Brownlee = A YouTuber who reviews tech products Colin and Samir = Fellow YouTuber interviewers of Marques Brownlee The Black investor = A critic of tech industry biases He = A person who should do what he thinks is right
Match the following tech topics with their characteristics in the text:
AI and IoT = Fanboy topics in the tech industry Tech products = Items reviewed by Marques Brownlee Database queries = Not mentioned in the text New tech = Items consumers seek opinions on
Match the following media landscapes with their characteristics in the text:
Past era of media = A time when only a few voices were sought for tech opinions Current media landscape = A time when anyone on the internet can have a say Print media = Not mentioned in the text Social media = Not mentioned in the text
Match the following statements with their implications in the text:
A YouTube video of mine goes up on a product = There are many voices on the internet now Tech has issues with bias against Black people = There are biases against Black people in the tech industry Brownlee's review hits on two biases in tech = The review highlights tech industry biases When a YouTube video of mine goes up on a product = Not mentioned in the text
Test your knowledge on the controversial review by YouTuber Marques Brownlee on Humane AI and Fisker. Explore the debate surrounding the much-hyped Ai Pin device and its reception in the tech community.
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