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Another Crazy Day in AI: An Almost Daily Newsletter

Hello, AI Enthusiasts.


We hope you had a refreshing weekend! Now that Monday is coming to a close, let’s check out the latest happenings in the AI world.


Gmail’s 'Help me write' feature, powered by Gemini AI, is expanding to the web after its successful mobile launch, assisting users with everything from quick messages to professional correspondence. ✉️


Plus, learn to prompt like a pro with Google’s new five-step course. And check out how xAI, Elon Musk’s AI company, has enhanced its chatbot Grok with image understanding.


Here’s to a productive and enlightening week ahead! ✨


Here's another crazy day in AI:

  • Gmail expands AI features to assist with email writing on the web

  • Learn to prompt like a pro 5 steps with Google’s new course

  • xAI’s Grok adds visual understanding for X users

  • Some AI tools to try out


TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Gmail's Writing Assistant Goes Web


Gmail | Image Credit: Wowza (created with Ideogram)

Image Credit: Wowza (created with Ideogram)


How many times have you stared at a blank email, trying to find the right words?


After successfully launching on mobile, Gmail's "Help me write" feature is now making its way to the web version. Emma Roth from The Verge reports on this Gemini AI-powered addition that aims to assist users with email composition, whether you're crafting a quick response or a detailed business message.


With Gemini AI powering it, “Help me write” allows Google One AI Premium subscribers and Workspace users with the Gemini add-on to draft and refine emails effortlessly. Whether you’re starting from scratch or polishing a draft, this feature provides quick editing support that can help you tailor emails to fit various tones and lengths.


What's coming to your Inbox:

  • AI-assisted drafting and editing: Generate, polish, or refine emails with ease, right within Gmail.

  • Tone adjustments: Options to formalize, elaborate, or shorten content depending on the context.

  • “Polish” shortcut on the web: In drafts with over 12 words, users can now refine content quickly with a click or by pressing Ctrl + H.

  • Refined mobile experience: The “polish” function on mobile now replaces “Refine my draft,” offering an automatic refinement when you swipe.



Writing emails has always been about finding the right balance - professional yet personable, clear yet concise. While AI assistance can help streamline this process, the essence of good communication still relies on human judgment and understanding of context. This feature isn’t just about drafting faster; it’s about adding flexibility to communication. You decide whether you need a concise update or a polished, professional email.


As email continues to be our primary method of professional communication, tools like these reflect how technology can support our daily tasks. However, it's worth remembering that the most impactful emails often come from genuine human insight and understanding - something no AI can fully replicate. Whether this feature becomes part of your regular workflow will likely depend on your writing habits and how you prefer to craft your messages.


Read the full article here.

Check out Google Workspace Updates here.

OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:


Learn to Prompt Like a Pro 5 Steps with Google’s New Course

/Lisa Gevelber, VP of Grow with Google


Google’s new course, Prompting Essentials, guides users on maximizing AI’s potential with five clear steps, requiring no prior experience. Designed by AI experts, the course equips learners with techniques to adapt AI prompts for real-world tasks, from summarizing documents to analyzing data. Participants will also gain a reusable prompt library and receive a certificate upon completion, enhancing their skills for everyday and professional applications. Published by Google.



Read more here.


xAI’s Grok Adds Visual Understanding for X Users

/Ivan Mehta, TechCrunch


Elon Musk's AI company, xAI, has added image understanding to its chatbot, Grok, allowing users on X to upload images and ask related questions. Musk announced this new capability, hinting at rapid improvements. Initially released with text and image generation abilities, Grok is evolving quickly, with upcoming updates aimed at document comprehension. This expansion is part of X’s goal to add valuable features for its Premium+ subscribers. Published by TechCrunch.



Read more here.

SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:


  • PreCog - Smartly selects the best AI model to answer your questions.

  • Moonbeam - AI-powered tool for crafting essays, stories, articles, blogs, and more.

  • Loomos - Instantly convert screen recordings into polished videos, editing transcripts and enhancing engagement. Here's an example result.


That’s a wrap on today’s Almost Daily craziness.


Catch us almost every day—almost! 😉


EXCITING NEWS:

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Leveraging AI for Enhanced Content: As part of our commitment to exploring new technologies, we used AI to help curate and refine our newsletters. This enriches our content and keeps us at the forefront of digital innovation, ensuring you stay informed with the latest trends and developments.





Updated: Aug 16, 2024


Another Crazy Day in AI: An Almost Daily Newsletter


Hello, AI Enthusiasts.


It’s Thursday evening—just a little longer until the weekend!


We’ve lined up some interesting content for you. Hope it makes your night a bit brighter!


Here's another crazy day in AI:


  • AI's journey: repeating history or creating new paths?

  • X introduces Grok-2 with enhanced AI features

  • Manufacturing faces data challenges amid AI advancements

  • Some AI tools to try out


TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: From Replication to Innovation: AI’s Next Step


AI-generated image using Canva; prompt: "the word AI inside a very old tv" + Canva magic expand

AI-generated image using Canva; prompt: "the word AI inside a very old tv" + Canva magic expand


Is AI just following in the footsteps of past inventions, or can it truly lead us into new creative territory?


Kris Kashtanova, a Senior Creative AI Evangelist at Adobe, recently started a series called AI for Good on LinkedIn to explore how AI can be used positively in our lives. In the second episode, she chats with Rob de Winter, an Adobe Certified Instructor, who shares some thought-provoking insights after a visit to the Thomas Edison National Historical Park. Rob reflects on how inventions like the phonograph and radio evolved from simple imitations to powerful tools that reshaped our world. He draws a parallel to how AI is often judged today—by how well it can mimic reality. But Rob challenges us to think bigger. He envisions a future where AI isn’t just about making perfect copies but becomes a true partner in creativity, helping us brainstorm, handle the boring stuff, and focus on what really matters: creating something new and meaningful.


His thoughts in a nutshell:

  • Historical pattern: New technologies often start by imitating existing forms before developing unique applications.

  • Examples: Edison's phonograph led to radio; movies began imitating theater; TV started as "radio with pictures."

  • Current AI focus: Generating realistic images that imitate photography.

  • Future potential: Integrating AI into the creative process for brainstorming and handling tedious tasks.

  • Vision for AI: Supporting creativity and giving users full control, rather than just replicating existing media.


The big question is: How do we get there? Rob thinks we need more tools that really support creativity, not just ones that copy what we've already got. The possibilities are exciting - we might be on the verge of unlocking whole new realms of human creativity.


So, what do you think? Are we using AI to its full potential, or are we just scratching the surface? How would you use AI to boost your creativity?



Watch the episode here.

OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:


X introduces Grok-2 with enhanced AI features

/Ivan Mehta on TechCrunch

Elon Musk's xAI has launched Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini in beta, introducing new image-generation capabilities on the X platform. Available exclusively to Premium and Premium+ users, Grok-2 promises improved reasoning and AI-powered features for X. Early user feedback highlights concerns over potential misuse, especially with political content, ahead of the upcoming U.S. election. xAI plans to offer both models to developers via an enterprise API later this month.


Read more here.


Manufacturing faces data challenges amid AI advancements


/Jim O'Donnell on TechTarget


AI's role in manufacturing is evolving, with new technologies like generative AI offering fresh opportunities. However, long-standing data quality issues persist, posing challenges to fully deploying AI. A recent report by Honeywell highlights the cautious optimism among manufacturers, who see AI's potential but remain wary of risks like data inaccuracies and the unique challenges posed by generative AI. Despite these hurdles, AI continues to drive innovation and efficiency in the sector.


Read more here.


SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:



  • Venturekit: AI-generated business plans with research, tasks, and financials


  • Profundo: AI research assistant for data collection, analysis, and reporting


  • Taplio: grow your LinkedIn with AI-driven content, scheduling, and analytics



That’s a wrap on today’s Almost Daily craziness.


Catch us almost every day—almost! 😉


Wowza, Inc.

Leveraging AI for Enhanced Content: As part of our commitment to exploring new technologies, we used AI to help curate and refine our newsletters. This enriches our content and keeps us at the forefront of digital innovation, ensuring you stay informed with the latest trends and developments.

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