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Wired uncovered code for an unreleased facial recognition feature named 'NameTag' in Meta's AI app, suggesting Meta is still exploring how facial ID could work with its smart glasses; the feature isn’t active, has not been rolled out, and Meta says no final decision has been made, with no biometric data being sent to servers.
Samsung has launched a new Perplexity AI app for its 2025 TV models, with older models to follow later this year via OS updates, offering real-time credible answers and content discovery. Users can get a free 12-month subscription to Perplexity Pro by scanning a QR code upon first use, enhancing the TV's functionality with AI-powered assistance for tasks like travel planning, entertainment searches, and more.
A cofounder shares how working with a teenage intern led to the creation of Cal AI, an AI-powered nutrition app that now generates over $3 million in monthly revenue and $1 million in profit, transforming his life and demonstrating the impact of kindness and networking.
People are farming and selling Sora 2 invite codes on eBay, exploiting the app's setup to generate multiple codes and resell them, indicating initial hype but uncertain long-term success for the app. The sale of codes across platforms reflects a common trend in digital item markets, raising questions about the app's future popularity.
OpenAI announced Sora 2, a powerful new AI video and audio generation model powering the Sora app, which is currently available for free in select countries like the US and Canada through the iOS app, with plans to expand. Users can sign up for notifications to access Sora 2, and the app includes features like sound addition, realism enhancements, and a 'Cameo' feature. Access is limited and free initially, with higher quality options for ChatGPT Pro users.
Apple has developed a new app similar to ChatGPT to test and explore new features, indicating its interest in AI-driven conversational technology.
Apple has developed an internal AI app called Veritas, similar to ChatGPT, to test AI capabilities and improve Siri, with a potential consumer release planned for March 2024, aiming to catch up with competitors like Google and Samsung.
Google's AI app Gemini has become the top free app on the Apple App Store, surpassing ChatGPT, driven by the viral Nano-Banana image-generation trend that has attracted millions of users. This highlights increasing competition in the AI app market and signals strong investor confidence in Google, whose stock is rated as a strong buy with a target price of $236.85.
Scarlett Johansson is suing an AI app called "Lisa AI: Yearbook and Avatar" for using her likeness without permission in an advertisement. The app allows users to create airbrushed photos of themselves, including an uncanny approximation of Johansson. Her attorney stated that they will pursue legal action, and this case highlights the potential for future lawsuits involving celebrities and AI companies.
Scarlett Johansson has taken legal action against an AI app called Lisa AI: 90s Yearbook & Avatar for using her name and likeness in an online advertisement without permission. The ad featured an AI-generated version of Johansson promoting the app, and her attorney confirmed that she is not affiliated with it. Johansson's legal team intends to pursue all available legal remedies. This incident follows a similar case involving Tom Hanks, who warned his fans about an AI version of himself being used in a promotional video for a dental plan.
Character.ai, the AI app maker that allows users to design their own AI characters, is gaining traction in the US with 4.2 million monthly active users on its iOS and Android apps, catching up to ChatGPT's nearly 6 million monthly active users. While ChatGPT still dominates on the web, Character.ai attracts a younger demographic, with nearly 60% of its audience falling in the 18-24 age bracket. The app's success can be attributed to its entertainment-focused design. Despite a decline in website traffic over the summer, Character.ai's mobile app usage compensated for it. With $150 million in Series A funding, Character.ai has the potential for further growth.
The AI app "Remini" is gaining popularity by allowing users to create realistic images of themselves in various life stages, including holding a child that resembles them and their partner. This feature has sparked a newfound desire for parenthood in many millennials. However, concerns have been raised about the potential commodification of children and the impact on reproductive technology. Scholars warn that computer-generated children can conflict with religious teachings and lead to a consumerist approach to reproduction. The largely unregulated fertility industry already faces ethical questions, and the advancement of AI technology could further blur the lines. It is crucial to maintain ethical standards and prioritize the sanctity of life when embracing new AI innovations.
A new AI app called "Together" aims to help aging adults and their caregivers manage medications and other health care tasks. The app uses generative AI to automatically detect key information about a medication from a photo of the prescription bottle, such as the doctor's name, dosage, refill dates, and precautionary advice. It also offers features like storing health care provider information, checking vital signs based on a selfie, adding appointment cards to the calendar, and sharing data with caregivers. The app is designed to be user-friendly and does not require manual data entry. The company plans to add more features, including insurance card benefits and stress measurement through voice monitoring.