Professor Jonathan ReichentalCEO, Human Future · Founder | Professor | Author

My First Waymo Ride in San Francisco in December 2024

Name: My First Waymo Ride in San Francisco in December 2024
Uploaded: 2024-12-10T18:29:55+00:00
Duration: 56 s
Channel: Professor Jonathan Reichental
Description: The transcript captures a brief segment of Jonathan Reichental’s first Waymo self‑driving car experience in San Francisco. A system voice (Speaker A)…

10 Dec 2024 · 1 min

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The transcript captures a brief segment of Jonathan Reichental’s first Waymo self‑driving car experience in San Francisco. A system voice (Speaker A) delivers standard safety and exit instructions—buckling up, keeping the seat back upright, remembering personal items, and how to unlock and open the door. The passenger (Speaker B) comments on the ride, noting the car’s confident driving, the upcoming arrival at Japan Town, and expresses appreciation at the end. The exchange is concise, instructional, and reflects the user’s real‑time perception of autonomous vehicle operation.

Okay, we're in the self driving car. Let's start the ride. So interesting.
Hello from Waymo. Hello. To get going, just give us one minute to cover a few riding tips. This experience may feel futuristic but the need to buckle up is the same as always. So keep your sink back.
Okay, so we're arriving soon at our destination. Look how confidently this car drives. Beautiful.
Almost there. Don't forget your phone. Keys are holiday cheer.
Don't forget your helicature. We're arriving at Japan Town.
The door is locked. When we arrive, pull the handle twice to exit. The first pull unlocks, the second opens the door.
Okay, Here.
Please make sure it's clear before
exiting. Well, thank you very much. Wayo.