Hello, AI Enthusiasts.
How’s your week shaping up so far? It’s Wednesday, and we’re officially at the midpoint!
Microsoft’s new Windows 11 update is bringing AI enhancements to classic apps like Notepad and Paint, streamlining those familiar tasks with a modern twist. 🖍️
In other news, AI expert Kurt Kendall discusses how leadership success will rely on enhancing human roles with AI, not replacing them. And CNET’s Carly Quellman explores the Rebind platform, an AI-powered tool for a deeper, more enriching experience with classic literature. 📚
Here's another crazy day in AI:
Microsoft upgrades old favorites: Notepad and Paint
Expert tips for real business value (conversation)
Using AI as a reading companion for classic novels
Some AI tools to try out
TODAY'S FEATURED ITEM: Microsoft Adds AI to Notepad and Paint
Image Credit: Wowza (created with Ideogram, edited with Canva)
Have you ever wished for a simple tool that could take your words and make them more compelling, or even clean up an image without breaking your creative flow?
Microsoft has recently introduced AI-powered updates to some of its oldest tools, Notepad and Paint, breathing new life into these familiar apps for Windows 11 users. In an article by Sergiu Gatlan on BleepingComputer, we get a closer look at how Microsoft is thoughtfully enhancing Notepad and Paint with AI capabilities to make writing and image editing more adaptable and intuitive. These updates are currently being tested with Windows Insiders in the Canary and Dev Channels.
Here’s a look at what’s new in Notepad and Paint:
AI-Powered “Rewrite” in Notepad: This feature helps users rephrase sentences, adjust tone, and alter length for more polished content, offering flexibility for different writing needs.
Generative Fill and Erase in Paint: Users can now make creative edits by adding or removing elements in an image, with AI ensuring these changes blend naturally.
Background Remover in Paint: Quickly isolates the main subject by removing the background, ideal for easy cutouts and quick image adjustments.
Modern Improvements to Notepad: Other recent additions include spell check, line numbering, autosave, and support for various text encodings, making Notepad more versatile than ever.
Initial release limited to US, UK, Canada, France, Italy, and Germany
Paint's Cocreator uses DALL-E technology for image generation
Features accessible only with a Microsoft account login
What stands out in these updates is how Microsoft is upgrading apps that have remained largely unchanged for years, adding intelligent tools without losing the simplicity that made them so popular in the first place. The ability to refine your writing with Notepad’s “Rewrite” feature or quickly edit images in Paint with AI-driven tools gives these programs an unexpected versatility. They’re simple enough for casual users but now more powerful for those who want to do a bit more with them.
The changes Microsoft is making may signal a shift in how we use everyday tools. Rather than reinventing the wheel, these updates show that small, thoughtful improvements can bring new life to classic software. By making these features available through familiar apps, Microsoft is allowing users to tap into AI-powered capabilities without the need for complex new programs or steep learning curves.
Read the full article here.
OTHER INTERESTING AI HIGHLIGHTS:
Expert Tips for Real Business Value (Conversation)
/Billee Howard, Senior Contributor on Forbes
AI has become a transformative force across industries, and according to AI expert Kurt Kendall, success will depend on leaders’ ability to use AI to enhance rather than replace human roles. Kendall emphasizes that clear, business-focused use cases are key to achieving real ROI, especially in customer experience and marketing. He also warns against "AI washing" — the trend of overpromising on AI's capabilities — which can damage trust and hinder long-term adoption. Strategic use of AI to drive growth, he says, will come from collaborative efforts and a balanced approach to risk and reward.
Read more here.
Using AI as a Reading Companion for Classic Novels
/Carly Quellman, Contributor on CNET
CNET’s Carly Quellman shares her experience using Rebind, an AI-powered platform that enhances the reading of classic literature. With interactive tools like video commentary and AI-guided discussions, Rebind allows readers to explore books like Heart of Darkness in a whole new way. Quellman describes how AI commentary and annotations helped her engage more deeply with the text, offering insights that elevated her understanding. While Rebind is a digital alternative to traditional reading, it combines expert guidance with AI to create an immersive literary experience.
Read more here.
SOME AI TOOLS TO TRY OUT:
ScalerX.ai - Custom AI chatbots for sales, support, and FAQs on Telegram.
Alta 2.0 - AI writing tool for human-like, personalized content creation.
Melies - AI filmmaking software that brings your ideas to life with stunning visuals.
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