“Mini, the British car brand owned by German automaker BMW, has announced a new “intelligent personal assistant” called Spike, based on the English Bulldog that’s appeared in some past Mini ads. Spike will make his first major appearance at the Shanghai auto show later this month where he’ll be integrated into the cockpit of the Mini Concept Aceman. We can’t help but agree with Jalopnik, which points out that the whole announcement has very “Microsoft Clippy” vibes, or maybe LG’s Bean Bird?” https://www.theverge.com/2023/4/11/23678471/spike-english-bulldog-mini-bmw-aceman-countryman-cooper-personal-assistant
The Brits should sue MINI to force them to switch the digital dog from an English Bulldog to a Chinese Shar Pei.
I am hoping (praying?) that there's a toggle in the settings (or coding parameters) that will put Spike down (in a manner of speaking).
Good point, Slim Shady Oaks. I couldn’t resist; I see your fellow Michigander’s stage name every time I see your alternate handle.
LOL! Maybe said toggle will also display poor Spike in the backup camera as you drive away from his poor, lifeless doggie body?
