Apple Co-Founder Wozniak still looking for next big thing

Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak has remained immersed in technology while also pursuing divergent interests since his 1985 departure from the revolutionary company he started with the late Steve Jobs.

Wozniak's side projects have included competing on “Dancing With The Stars" in 2009 and a guest appearance on “Big Bang Theory" during its fourth season. Now he is participating in an online video show called “Unicorn Hunters" that assesses ideas from entrepreneurs vying to build startups potentially worth $1 billion or more. Wozniak sits on a panel of judges that includes former U.S. Treasurer Rosie Rios and NSYNC singer Lance Bass.

Wozniak, 71, plans to return for a second season of “Unicorn Hunters.” He recently discussed the show and technology landscape with The Associated Press.

Q: What attracted you to “Unicorn Hunters"?

A: I am kind of surprised because I am not really in the financial community as much as the technical community, but the call really came from a good friend that I trust a lot. And she’s a good producer that even got me on “Dancing With The Stars," one of the most fun things you could ever do. What intrigues me (about “Unicorn Hunters") are the interesting new things that other people don’t even know about.

Q: What do you think of the current state in technology?

A: I think a lot has been going on that really enhances your life. Over the last decade, look at the internet of things, the cameras we put in our house, the Ring doorbells, the different locking systems, and controlling your lights, and speaking to the personal assistants like Siri or Alexa.

Q: Do you think the recent conviction of former Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes will change the culture of Silicon Valley?

A: I am not so much totally down on her, like she is a criminal. I never have...