v41.0 – MLS’s new NFT playground and Microsoft’s ‘AI employees’ taking over the digital workspace; meanwhile, Google and Jacob Collier are re-imagining music-making, and IBM’s open-source Granite 3.0 is setting new standards for enterprise AI.
v40.0 – This week’s Creative Tech Bytes is jam-packed with more AI advancements than a robot uprising at a microchip factory! Google is turning everyday documents into podcasts, Adobe dropping a bombshell of AI tools for creatives and Meta going full open-source on its AI hardware.
v39.0 – Samsung and Apple showcase their tech prowess at Milan Design Week and launching on-device AI models, respectively. And is Meta’s ready to transform the virtual landscape, echoing the classic iPhone vs. Android saga but this time in the VR realm! Plus, the FCC throws a big win for internet freedom with its net neutrality revival. It’s a tech feast you won’t want to miss—packed with all the gadgets, gizmos, and groundbreaking moves to keep your digital life buzzing!
v38.0 – In video news, Adobe teases us with AI-driven magic for Premiere Pro, promising a future where videos are as easy to edit as pie. And don’t miss AltStore PAL shaking up the EU with its new app store for iPhones. Lastly, TikTok’s stepping into Instagram’s turf with TikTok Notes, adding some serious spice to the photo-sharing game.
v37.0 – In the cozy corners of the digital realm, Rooms gets a chic update, making it the haute couture of home decor games. Apple amps up your iPhone with MobileCLIP, an AI that knows its way around your photos without cloud cover. And Walmart? They’re sending robots to aisle three, revolutionizing restocking with their automated forklift friends. Stay tuned, tech aficionados, we’re just getting started!
v36.0 – In the realm of audio, Stable Audio 2.0 is tuning up the future of music with AI’s latest symphony, and for the visually inclined, DALL-E now offers a magic wand to tweak those not-quite-right creations. Buckle up for a journey through the intersection of creativity and technology, where the only limit is your imagination!
v35.0 – Microsoft, Intel, Qualcomm, and AMD are actively embracing AI within the PC industry. Concurrently, Adobe is strategically leveraging AI in the advertising sector through GenStudio, utilizing it as a potent tool for crafting captivating marketing strategies. And Figma’s recent survey indicates a burgeoning synergy between design and AI, although challenges such as integration complexities and user fatigue are being carefully navigated.
v34.0 – SXSW2024 saw IBM playing ping pong with AI, while Epic Games is letting you build Lego castles in the Fortnite sky. And Adobe’s latest trick can turn your words into 3D masterpieces.
v33.0 – As SXSW 2024 dazzles us with creative brand spectacles sans the usual AI spotlight, we’re here to guide you through a world where Midjourney crafts tales with consistent AI characters, and OpenAI’s Sora promises a future of hyperrealistic text-to-video narratives, complete with sound.
v32.0 – Snowflake shake hands with Mistral AI, blending cutting-edge language models with cloud computing to create a tech cocktail that’s both potent and savvy. Google’s stirring the pot by infusing Stack Overflow’s brainy broth into Gemini for Google Cloud. And Euro NCAP’s kicking it old school, advocating for more buttons and fewer screens to nab that coveted 5-star safety rating.
v31.0 – In the world of design, Figma rolls out the red carpet for developers with Dev Mode and AI integrations, and the gaming sphere is getting a makeover with subscription services like Xbox Game Pass reshaping how we play and pay in hyperinflated economies. Over in media land, The Verge takes us on a nostalgia trip with a deep dive into the enduring importance of physical media. Lastly, Spotify’s Song Psychic is here to answer life’s burning questions with a musical twist, proving that sometimes, you just gotta play it by ear.
v30.0 – Adobe Acrobat leaps into the future by embedding a generative AI assistant. Intuitive Machines’ Odysseus lander kisses the lunar surface, becoming the first U.S. mission to do so since Apollo 17, and YouTube claims the throne of TV streaming in the U.S., proving that the appetite for user-generated content knows no bounds.
v29.0 – Microsoft, not to be outdone, is breaking down walls and possibly shipping Xbox exclusives to PS5 and Switch, blurring the lines in the console wars. Meanwhile, Salesforce’s Slack AI is promising to rescue us from the info deluge, turning Slack into a productivity powerhouse. SpaceX launches the Odysseus lander, aiming for a historic Moon landing, it’s evident that whether we’re looking to conquer new worlds, level up our workday, or just find that darn email, the future is now.
v28.0 – Microsoft’s adding AI image tricks and unveiling Deucalion with Copilot. Hugging Face throws shade with a free, open-source AI chatbot builder, challenging OpenAI’s turf. And Roblox breaks language barriers with a real-time AI translator, making global playtime a reality.
v27.0 – Yelp spices up with AI-driven insights, serving a digital platter of business bites. Golf goes high-tech with the PGA Tour Vision app, swinging fans into an immersive game experience. Meanwhile, TikTok hits a sour note as Universal Music pulls chart-toppers, leaving a gap in the platform’s playlist.
v26.0 – Cast your gaze skyward as Google and AT&T venture into the cosmic realm of satellite-to-smartphone services. Not to be outdone, Meta’s marching towards an AI renaissance, while Figure’s humanoid robots gear up to redefine the modern workforce at BMW. Buckle up for an electrifying journey through the intersection of today’s ambition and tomorrow’s technology!
v25.0 – Alexa is becoming more versatile with new AI-powered experiences, and Wi-Fi 7 promises lightning-fast internet. Among other exciting tech treasures, we have Adobe simplifying audio editing, Samsung and AI-powered motorcycles redefining tech elegance, and Chips Ahoy! Dive into this whirlpool of advancements, where every byte is a step into the future!
v24.0 – Welcome to the future, straight from CES 2024! Sony’s had an immersive Ghostbusters experience that thrilled. LG and Samsung transformed glass into cinematic displays with their transparent LED tech. And Walmart steps into the AI realm with innovative generative tools to enhance shopping experiences for everyone.
v23.0 – SpaceX’s Starlink is beaming internet directly to your cell phone, turning those bars into a personal light show. OpenAI’s ChatGPT store is opening its doors, unleashing a whole zoo of custom AI agents ready to assist and entertain.
v22.0 – In the bustling world of AI, Meta launches its AI image generator website, Microsoft’s Seeing AI app brings accessibility for low-vision & blind users and UAE’s Al-Futtaim Automotive drives into the future with a VR showroom.
v21.0 – Tesla’s Cybertruck is hitting the streets with a bang, and the Formula 1 Heineken Silver Las Vegas Grand Prix is gearing up for an adrenaline-pumping race. Buckle up, tech lovers, it’s going to be a wild ride!
v20.0 – Meta’s letting Amazon shoppers buy goods on Facebook and Instagram without leaving the apps. Unity’s 2023 Unite event recapped new AI capabilities in gaming engines to boost creativity. The AI takeover is brewing but for now it seems mostly beneficial!
v19.0 – Samsung’s latest salvo in the smartphone wars is a generative AI update aimed squarely at Apple’s dominion. CarMax dips its toes in the generative AI pool exploring new frontiers in car retailing. And YouTube’s introduction of AI-powered features aimed to refine the creator-viewer dynamic, promising a more intuitive and engaging platform experience.
v18.0 – Coca-Cola is making sure your soda sings a personalized jingle, however the electric vehicle industry seems to have run into some power issues – perhaps distracted by Apple’s shiny new M3 chip lineup.
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