You aren't about to get many keen-sighted artificial intelligences just yet. Microsoft is quick to note that its vision system (like others) excels in tests like these, where there are subtle distinctions that flesh-and-bone observers can't always see. Computers are more likely to goof up with simpler recognition tasks, like identifying barnyard animals. Still, it's noteworthy that software emerged victorious in the first place. Besides leading to smarter photo software that's better at organizing your vacation shots, the improved detection should help autonomous robots and other devices that need to make real-life snap decisions based purely on what they see.