10 Free iPhone Apps You Need To Try

iPhone Apps

Discovering new apps can significantly enhance your iPhone experience, unlocking a world of possibilities and convenience. With countless apps available on the App Store, it can be overwhelming to find the ones that truly stand out. To help you navigate this vast landscape, we have curated a list of ten exceptional free iPhone apps that […]

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Meta is reportedly offering millions to use Hollywood voices in AI projects

A future artificial intelligence product by Meta could have you chatting with celebrities. According to Bloomberg and The New York Times, the company is in talks with Awkwafina, Judi Dench and Keegan-Michael Key, among other celebrities from various Hollywood agencies for its AI projects. The company apparently intends to incorporate their voices into a conversational generative AI-slash-digital assistant called MetaAI, which is similar to Siri and Google Assistant. 

Meta plans to record their voices and to secure the right to use them for as many situations as possible across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram, WhatsApp and even the Ray-Ban Meta glasses. Bloomberg says negotiations have started and stopped many times, because both sides can't seem to agree with the terms for use. For now, they seemed to have settled on a time limit, meaning any voice the company records can only be used over a set period. However, the deals with the actors could be renewed or extended by the time their contract is up. 

The actors' representatives are still looking to negotiate for stricter limits, though SAG-AFTRA has reportedly reached an agreement with Meta on terms. SAG-AFTRA, if you'll recall, fought for the establishment of provisions to protect actors from the threat of job loss due to AI when it went on strike last year. Under those terms, a company will have to pay actors and obtain their consent before it can use their AI-generated likeness. If Meta reaches a deal with the actors it's talking to, it could pay them millions of dollars in fees. 

Meta is looking to finalize deals before its Connect conference in September, The Times says, where it's expected to launch a bunch of AI products. During the same event last year, the company also introduced a chatbot platform with 28 "characters" voiced by celebrities, including Snoop Dogg, Paris Hilton, Dwyane Wade and Kendall Jenner. The Information reports that Meta has just quietly scrapped that project, and the celebrity chatbots' pages on Facebook and Instagram are no longer available. 

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OpenSearch GPT open source AI search engine

OpenSearch GPT

If you are searching for an open source alternative to the powerful Perplexity AI service you might be interested in OpenSearch GPT. An open-source, AI-powered search engine designed to provide personalized search results by learning from user interactions. Unlike other AI search engines like Perplexity, OpenSearch GPT focuses on delivering tailored responses based on user preferences […]

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Mono kitchen hood brings a minimalist but functional air purifier

For those who spend a lot of time indoors in their homes or condo units, we are not always so conscious about the quality of the air that we breathe. We are now only becoming aware that air pollutants can be as harmful as outdoors, sometimes even more so. Cooking in the kitchen is also a major source of indoor pollutants so you need to have a good filtration system especially there.

Designer: Ciarko Design

The Mono kitchen hoods will not only keep your air clean from all the smoke, grease, and other indoor pollutants but it also gives you an aesthetic addition to your space. Unlike other hoods that look too bulky, this has a more minimalist look and can be compared more to air purifiers but has a pretty strong carbon filtration system inside. So you get a functional and pretty air filtration system in your kitchen.

What’s also great about this is that it has a Gesture Control system so you don’t need to touch it whether you want to turn it on or off or to change its operating mode or to adjust its lighting. You can also use the remote control if you prefer something more tactile. And if you want to touch the hood itself, it has an AntiFingerPrint coating. It also has LED lighting so you have an additional lighting when you’re cooking and it can be adjusted from warm to cool.

The Ciarko Design Moni is available in white, black, gold, rose gold, green, and ecru so you can choose which can fit in with your kitchen’s design. You can either mount it on the wall or you can hang it from the ceiling as well if the wall mount is not possible.

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The Top Android Apps in August 2024

Android Apps

As we enter August 2024, the Android app ecosystem continues to thrive with innovative and feature-rich applications. From powerful photo management tools to advanced camera apps and unique utility software, this month’s top Android apps offer a wide range of enhancements to elevate your smartphone experience. The video below from Sam Beckman walks us through […]

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7 New Excel features : enhanced drag-and-drop, collaboration and more

New Excel spreadsheet features 2024

If you are looking to improve your Excel skills, you will be pleased to know that Microsoft has rolled out a number of new updates to its web-based Excel application. These updates include enhancements for drag-and-drop functionality, inserting rows and columns, freeze panes, AutoFill, paste options, sheet views, comment filters, and a date picker. New […]

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11 Things You Need to Stop Doing on Your Apple Mac

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To enhance your Apple Mac productivity and efficiency, it’s essential to avoid common inefficient practices and use the built-in features and tools that your Mac offers. By making small changes to your workflow and embracing these powerful functionalities, you can significantly boost your productivity and streamline your daily tasks. Here are 11 things you need […]

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Essential AI prompts for developers

AI Prompts for Developers

If you are a developer, constantly seeking ways to optimize your workflow, make informed decisions, and acquire new skills. Harnessing the power of AI prompt strategies can significantly enhance your productivity and efficiency, allowing you to tackle projects with greater confidence and precision. This guide by Visual Studio Code explores four essential AI prompt strategies […]

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iPhone Air or iPhone 17 Slim Coming in 2025

iPhone Air

Apple is gearing up to introduce an innovative new iPhone model in 2025, currently referred to as the iPhone 17 Slim or iPhone Air. This highly anticipated device is set to replace the iPhone 17 Plus, with a primary focus on delivering a slimmer and lighter form factor. As the release date approaches, here’s a […]

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How to make high-converting landing pages to increase website sales

Creator made in website landing pages to improve sales

Is your business website struggling with low conversion rates on its landing pages? You’re not alone. Many businesses face the same challenge, but the good news is there’s a solution. By treating your landing page as a digital salesperson, you can significantly boost your sales and leads. In this guide by Alisha Conlin-Hurd shares a […]

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