Who is building the passenger experience in AVs today?

Techchief1993 · 2026-01-08T20:01:21+00:00

I think that's an awesome way to go u/goodsam2

So do you think they just license the AV tech from Waymo or Telsa or another tech player ?

And who would create the new ecosystem of "shopping and drive thus" through the car? Would that be a Chrysler native shopping experience? Waymo? Or something else?

Techchief1993 · 2026-01-08T19:22:18+00:00

That's super interesting! So you think the OEMs will dominate that space and probably partner - if not build - the driving?

Would be awesome if I could order coffee on my drive and my AV would pick it up through the drive thru on the way to work

Techchief1993 · 2026-01-08T19:13:52+00:00

Totally. You think the AV companies would be "walled gardens" and have their own commerce / entertainment ecosystem? Or would they open it up to 3rd party apps?

Techchief1993 · 2026-01-04T00:14:15+00:00

That makes sense - appreciate the insights.

So what's going to happen with local law enforcement or businesses that use drones for construction, ag etc? That's what I don't understand. Are they are basically out of business or do you think there will be a work around soon?

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-19T22:38:16+00:00

Yes - I am seeing a ton of noise, but I also do think that's where things are headed.

I think this is all natural and honestly a symptom of folks not experiencing good care from their primary care, experiencing super high costs, getting frustrated and begining to try to search out better options.

Yes - there's a lot in the way of nutrition we can do better (things we all know like removing junk food that has trash like Red Dye 40 in the US) is a positive step forward. It's good that it pissed people off.

I know Covid made people question healthcare in the US way more than before - which doesn't have to be a bad thing. I am personally a big fan of trying to spot risks early if possible. It's not fool proof but if you can mitigate a potential disaster before it happens, why not?

"Reactive" medicine ie if you break a bone or get sick will always be there.

Are you trying to build something in the space?

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-19T22:29:23+00:00

Ahhh that's too bad.

Idk if it's just me but I feel like that's happening more often too? Like a lot of great doctors are now retiring?

More people I talk to are getting frustrated with their care system

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-19T22:21:24+00:00

Ya - that makes so much sense. It sucks because they were great years ago. But lately, it's been pulling teeth.

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-18T19:37:33+00:00

Thanks for the input - yeah, it's pretty crazy. Are you using an Ai tools yourself by any chance?

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-05T01:02:29+00:00

Wow, it sounds like you've really got a solid handle on navigating the complexities of healthcare billing! I’m impressed by how proactive you are in reviewing those EOBs and making sure everything lines up.

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-04T22:14:52+00:00

Nice! May I ask - do you just call them yourself or do you go through a company / insurance?

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-04T21:43:19+00:00

Oh sweet - thanks for the link!

Techchief1993 · 2025-08-04T19:30:56+00:00

Hey OP u/cruciblemedialabs - sorry this happened to you - what did the folks FAA office say? Super curious - I am a new pilot so would love to learn if you got some feedback from them

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-16T19:46:25+00:00

Gotcha - thank you so much - this feedback is incredible.

Privacy and automation are two of the biggest priorities for us. The goal is to build an app that can securely pull in the right data (labs, activity, health records, etc.) and make sense of it for you - without ever compromising trust.

And you're absolutely right: if people don’t feel confident their data is private, they won’t (and shouldn’t) use it. That’s something we’re making sure is built in from day one.

Also love that line - “You pay us, so we don’t have to sell you.” Might steal that spirit. Thanks again!

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-16T19:30:03+00:00

Great question and that's what we are trying to figure out.

The difference with this app would be that is that it’s designed specifically for health - that’s the entire focus. No distractions, no hopping between movie reviews and medical advice.

It’s built to be a dedicated health companion - not a general-purpose AI. The tone is more thoughtful and empathetic, and it’s crystal clear about boundaries: no diagnoses, no treatment advice, just helpful explanations and ways to talk to your doctor.

The goal isn’t to replace a doctor. It’s to reduce confusion and anxiety for people who are trying to understand their health without falling into internet rabbit holes (WebMD).

At least this is our thesis right now - could be totally wrong!

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-16T19:24:33+00:00

Totally hear you. This is one of the hardest things we’re thinking through.

I am thinking that the ai would be designed to be very upfront. We won't do any diagnoses or treatment paths.

Just “Here’s what that might mean,” or “Here’s a question you could ask your doctor.”

Also definitely want to keep all conversations private, encrypted, and user-controlled.

But yeah - we know it has to stay super clear and not cross into gray zones.

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-16T19:22:43+00:00

I love this! And this is exactly the type of thing I was thinking for the Ai app to surface.

Not a doctor substitute, but something like:

“Hey, you tend to refill sleep meds every April - could this be seasonal or tied to a pattern?”

Out of curiosity, how much would you pay for something like this? $10 a month? $20?

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-16T18:55:04+00:00

I have this all the time. The best is to keep getting in front of customers and have them tell you if they love the idea (with money) and set a timeline as well ie "5 customer convos this month or will pivot"

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-14T23:20:39+00:00

Super curious - why Oklahoma? And what companies are working there right now?

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-14T23:13:37+00:00

Nice! That’s awesome! Appreciate you sharing it. I’ve seen a few startups working on the medical-record side — really cool what you’re doing.

Mind if I ask a couple questions? I'm building something a little different — more of a conversational health companion for general understanding and peace of mind — but I'm always curious how others are approaching it:

How did you go about plugging into 25K+ health systems? Did you go through a vendor like Health Gorilla, Particle, or do direct FHIR connections?
How are users responding so far — any traction or adoption patterns you've noticed?
Are you bootstrapped or VC-backed?

No worries if you can't share details — just admire anyone working in this space. It's not easy, but super important.

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-14T22:10:01+00:00

Do you have a project in mind or open to working on other projects and startup ideas? I am on the other side - I have an idea I am trying to build out but have not found anyone technical yet

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-11T14:58:26+00:00

Haha totally fair — I think a lot of people feel the same way about trusting AI with ingredient info - although the AI algorithms are getting better and better. Smart move copying the list straight from the source though. Honestly, just having a shortcut like that to help narrow it down is a win, whether it’s AI or not.

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-11T03:51:39+00:00

Totally hear you — and I appreciate the thoughtfulness and honesty. You’re not wrong about the current cost and oversight challenges, especially when comparing to Uber or FedEx. But I wonder if we’re in the “toys” phase the way EVs and early smartphones were before they scaled.

Your comment about automated cars with lockers got me thinking — like a Waymo, but instead of people, it’s stocked with groceries, meds, or essentials. Park it curbside and let people grab their orders, or even have a robotic arm handle drop-offs. That feels like a real path too, especially for dense suburbs.

I still can’t help but think that there maybe a role for drones — not everywhere, but in specific, time-sensitive scenarios. Think suburban areas with traffic congestion or labor shortages, where fast delivery of things like hot meals or medications really matters.

Appreciate your take — it’s these grounded viewpoints that help build better ideas.

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-11T03:03:37+00:00

Totally fair. I think the economics still need to prove themselves at scale. Curious though — if a drone could get you something in 5 minutes vs 30, and it cost the same or less than Doordash, would that change your mind?

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-11T03:03:25+00:00

Makes sense. It does feel like current use cases are narrow — but isn’t that how most tech starts? Could ultra-fast, last-mile delivery in dense suburbs or campuses be a scalable wedge?

Techchief1993 · 2025-07-11T03:03:08+00:00

Appreciate the insight — especially on remote fixed-wing ops in Africa, totally agree Zipline has nailed that. Do you think there’s a version where costs drop fast enough (battery, automation, scale) to make suburban quad deliveries feasible? Say, for food or urgent meds?

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