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Apple has delayed a major AI upgrade for Siri, citing "engineering hurdles." But what does this mean for the future of Apple Intelligence and AI-powered virtual assistants? Tech expert Shelly Palmer breaks it all down on Fox 5 New York's Good Day Wake Up. Continue Reading →

Amazon has officially announced Alexa Plus, a major AI-powered upgrade to its voice assistant. This new system brings agentic AI to your home—meaning Alexa won’t just respond to requests, but will take action on your behalf. From writing emails to ordering groceries and finding recipe substitutions, Alexa Plus aims to be smarter, more intuitive, and more useful than ever before. Continue Reading →

Artificial intelligence is flooding public libraries with low-quality, AI-generated books—also known as AI slop. Shelly Palmer, tech expert and Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School of Public Communications, joins Fox 5 New York to break down the issue. Continue Reading →

Artificial Intelligence is designed to help us with tasks and answer questions—but could overreliance on AI be eroding our critical thinking skills? A new study from Microsoft and Carnegie Mellon University suggests that outsourcing too much to AI may make us less intelligent. Tech expert Shelly Palmer, Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at the Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, joins Fox 5 New York to break down the study's findings and explain how we should be using AI to amplify our skills rather than replace them. Continue Reading →

Millions of Americans rely on smart home devices—like thermostats, security cameras, and smart TVs—but many don’t realize that these gadgets can be remotely shut down by manufacturers due to software updates, discontinued support, or security vulnerabilities. Continue Reading →

The Authors Guild has introduced a "Human Authored Certification", a new designation that guarantees books were written only by humans—not artificial intelligence. But does this really matter? And how close is AI to writing just like us? Continue Reading →

Professor Shelly Palmer, a tech expert and the Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s Newhouse School, discusses the latest developments surrounding TikTok. With TikTok at the center of political and technological debates, Shelly shares his perspective on whether U.S.-based tech giants, like Elon Musk, might make a move to acquire TikTok and what that could mean for the platform's future. Continue Reading →

Shelly Palmer joins Fox 5 NY to discuss the devastating wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County, their impact on local communities, and how you can help responsibly. With 24 reported deaths and 150,000 people evacuated, this crisis underscores the urgent need for support—and caution when donating to relief efforts. Continue Reading →

CES 2025: The world's most influential tech event just wrapped up, and Shelly Palmer, Professor of Advanced Media at Syracuse University, shares his favorite innovations! From AI-powered gadgets to revolutionary health tech, discover the coolest breakthroughs showcased in Las Vegas. Continue Reading →

Flying cars, cuddly robots, and even an electric spoon that makes food taste salty—CES 2025 delivered some of the most futuristic tech yet! Tech expert and Syracuse University professor Shelly Palmer joins Fox 5 New York to highlight the standout innovations from the Consumer Electronics Show. Continue Reading →