It feels like magic when your watch tracks your sleep or your lights turn on as you enter a room, but how do inanimate objects actually "know" anything? This episode peels back the glossy interface of the smart home to reveal the messy, fascinating reality of sensors, signals, and the physical mechanics that allow the digital world to touch the physical one.

EP44 - The Planetary Nervous System: Deconstructing the Internet of Things

First Principles is the podcast that deconstructs the complex, invisible systems shaping our modern world. Ever wonder how a social media algorithm works, how AI really thinks, or how GPS knows your exact location? Each episode, we break down one concept from its fundamental truths, giving you clarity without the technical jargon. If you're curious about the tech you use every day and want to finally understand it, this is your starting point.

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EP44 - The Planetary Nervous System: Deconstructing the Internet of Things

EP44 - The Planetary Nervous System: Deconstructing the Internet of Things