Iterate Weekly - Issue 217
This week, Google launches Gemini 3.0, 4 ways of rethinking work, autonomous airport transportation is here, Swrve lives on, and "Writer's Productivity"!
Welcome to issue 217 of Iterate Weekly.
Let’s jump into this week’s stories shall we?
Thank you as always for reading!
🖥️ Tech
Google launches Gemini 3
Another day, another new AI model to celebrate!
Maybe there is a hint of sarcasm in that comment, but I have genuinely been loving the work that Google has put into Gemini lately. It has become my most-used AI model and it’s only getting better today with the release of Gemini 3.
You can check out the full explainer video below.
You’ll hear plenty of AI marketing jargon here but there seem to be a few noticeable improvements. Gemini 3 is really all about multi-modal responses that should be smarter and faster.
I love the possibility of building more advanced learning and training plans that work across the full suite of Google products. I’ve had mixed results when trying to do this recently in Perplexity and I have a feeling that Gemini will be more seamless when it comes to connecting with Google Calendar and Google Drive.
So today, it might just be an overhyped product announcement. But over the coming weeks, I think we’ll see some more tangible examples of how Gemini 3 is improving over its predecessors. Maybe I’ll have to see if it’s gotten any better at branding my fantasy football team!
🎓 Productivity/Work/Software/Gear
4 Ways of Rethinking Work
I wanted to share a recent blog post from the folks at Caveday that really resonated with me.
It’s called “4 ways of rethinking work” and it really had me thinking about how I categorize my hobbies, career, and just plain old “work”.
This quote really sums it up best:
Your work doesn’t have to both earn you a living, be creatively fulfilling, AND be your lifelong legacy.
I couldn’t agree more. As I’ve been rethinking my career arc over the past few months, I’ve been taking stock of what drives me as a vocation and what brings me joy as maybe nothing more than a hobby.
If you want to dive even deeper, I recommend checking out Elizabeth Gilbert’s video that examines the differences between hobbies, jobs, careers, and vocations.
♻️ Health/Environment/EVs
Autonomous airport transportation is here
Take a look at that fine vehicle in the picture above.
It’s a glimpse into the future of driverless transportation to help get you and your baggage around the airport quickly and safely.
Aurrigo is the company behind the technology and it is currently being piloted at Teesside Airport in the UK with hopes of spreading to other airports soon.
There are two versions of the craft being tested right now. The version seen above will carry human passengers around the airport terminal without any human driver.
Another variation launching in the next few months will help to transport luggage around the tarmac by autonomous means.
While some people may still have hangups about fully autonomous vehicles crowding all of our public roadways, it’s hard to argue that the airport seems like the perfect place to deploy this technology. Luggage carriers are often performing the same route over and over throughout the day with minimal variables that could get in the way.
And while a train to connect terminals makes the most sense at large airports, something like the Aurrigo shuttle is perfect for getting passengers around smaller regional terminals. Here is a way to do it quickly, safely, and without any fossil fuels. Sounds like a win-win-win.
🛍 Grab Bag
Swrve lives on!
After announcing that they would be shutting down a few months ago, Los Angeles-based clothing company Swrve has found a new life.
Yes, new owners will be taking over the brand and maintaining its unique blend of durable, stylish clothing that’s tailored for cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts.
Items from Swrve make up a large portion of my wardrobe. Their Cordura nylon infused jeans are nearly indestructible while being some of the most comfortable pants I own. And over the past few months I’ve picked up several of their overshirts that are a perfect layering piece for California winters.
If you’re in the market for clothes that will stand up to miles of bike rides while still looking great, go check out some of their drastically discounted items. Right now, they are looking to sell out their current inventory before restocking under the new ownership.
Excited to see what elements remain and where the new ownership takes them!
💬 Quote of the Week
"Behind every cloud is another cloud."
-Judy Garland
📧 Content Review
Writer’s Productivity Substack
This week, I wanted to give a shoutout to a fellow Substack publication that is doing some amazing work.
If you consider yourself to be any type of writer, you should be reading “Writer’s Productivity”.
Despite only starting up a few months ago, I’ve been very impressed with the consistent output of motivational and tactical tips that Nathan has been churning out. Whether you’re looking to start your own Substack or just make better use of your productive time each week, you’ll definitely learn something new by following his work.
Thanks for reading, I’ll see you next week!
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<3 the Caveday shoutout! And Swrve is a perfect hot tip for husband Xmas shopping :)