Fan Favorite | India's space station is no longer fiction, plus reviewing Pixel 9's AI overload

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Dear listeners, as we celebrate 5 amazing years of HT Smartcast, we’re re-releasing the most loved episode from this podcast. Today, we’re bringing you one of our all-time favorites titled - India's space station is no longer fiction, plus reviewing Pixel 9's AI overload. In this episode hosts Shouvik Das and Leslie D'Monte dive into a conversation about the International Space Station (ISS) Winds Down, India is gearing up for a major leap in space exploration with its upcoming Bhartiya Antriksh Station. Slated for launch no earlier than 2028 and expected to be operational by 2035, this new space station will mark a significant milestone for India. With the ISS ending its run, the Bhartiya Antriksh Station will be one of the few stations in orbit, alongside China's Tiangong, ensuring India's prominent role in future space endeavors. Meanwhile, back on Earth, In the tech world, Google has made its stance clear: AI phones are here to stay. With AI technology becoming an integral part of our devices, Google’s new offerings underscore the growing importance of artificial intelligence in our everyday lives. Whether we are ready or not, AI is set to redefine how we interact with our phones and other technology. Moreover, the discussion around AI and technology extends to how they impact our daily lives and policy-making. As technology evolves, debates continue about its integration with human behavior, raising important questions about privacy, security, and the overall impact on society.With these shifts, both in space and tech, we stand on the brink of transformative changes that will shape our future