Spike

For my semester project, I designed a disobedient electronic device that explores the peculiar relationship between humans and Anthropocene technology. Inspired by the popularity of smart assistants, I created a virtual assistant named “Spike” which deliberately exaggerates or misinterprets the hidden or explicit properties of these assistants. Spike is perfectly capable of managing smart home functions but sarcastically refuses every request. To promote my project effectively, I produced a satirical advertisement that humorously highlights the issues that arise. I used open-source services and the OpenAI API for the software implementation.