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AppWizard

March 17, 2025

ChatGPT could be set as ‘default’ assistant on Android phones

ChatGPT can now be set as the default assistant on Android phones, as revealed in the beta version v1.2025.070 of the app. Users can wake ChatGPT by long pressing the home button or using other gestures, but it cannot be invoked with a voice command or hot word. To set ChatGPT as the default assistant, users must go to device settings and select it under the "Default Digital Assistant App" option. Additionally, ChatGPT has introduced advanced AI tools for Pro users that can enhance productivity by reducing research time, while Gemini's Deep Research feature is limited to a few prompts.

Winsage

February 20, 2025

Microsoft is paywalling these features in Notepad and Paint

Microsoft has announced that Notepad and Paint will have certain features locked behind a paid Microsoft 365 subscription. Users can still access Notepad and Paint without a subscription, but they will miss out on the latest features. In Notepad, spell checks will remain available, but features such as AI rewriting of text selections, AI generation of alternative versions of text selections, and AI shortening or lengthening of text selections will require a subscription. In Paint, the Image Creator feature, which uses OpenAI’s Dall-E for image generation, will be behind the paywall, while the background removal tool will remain accessible to all users. The subscription for Microsoft 365 starts at .99 per month or .99 annually.

Winsage

February 5, 2025

Hands on: Microsoft is giving classic Windows 11 Paint app a big Copilot AI upgrade

Microsoft has introduced a new Copilot button in the Paint app, accessible to all users with the release of Windows 11 Build 26120.3073 (KB5050090) in the Developer Channel of the Insider Program. This update is also available as an optional update for Windows Insiders on the Beta Channel, while those on the Canary and Dev Channels will receive it for Paint version 11.2412.271.0 and higher. The Copilot button consolidates various AI features, including Cocreator, Image Creator, Generative Erase, and Remove Background, each accompanied by descriptions to assist users. Cocreator generates images locally on Copilot+ PCs using the Neural Processing Unit (NPU) based on user prompts. Image Creator allows users to create images on an existing canvas by entering prompts and adjusting creativity levels. Generative Erase enables users to remove unwanted image portions, seamlessly blending the remaining elements. The Remove Background feature automatically eliminates backgrounds from images, with effectiveness depending on contrast and resolution. Using Image Creator requires AI credits, which are included with a Microsoft 365 subscription. The update also includes improvements to Windows Search functionality, allowing natural language searches for OneDrive files.

AppWizard

December 17, 2024

Google launches ‘Whisk’ for fast AI-generated imagery and updates Veo 2, Imagen 3

Google has launched an AI experiment called Whisk for Labs testers, which allows users to generate images by uploading images that define subject, scene, and style. Whisk uses Gemini and Imagen 3 to extract characteristics from the uploaded images, creating variations in attributes like height, hairstyle, and skin tone. It features a "review and edit" option for users to refine generated images and provides a detailed description of the creation process. As of December 16, U.S. Labs testers can sign up to explore Whisk. Additionally, Google has updated Imagen 3 and Veo 2. Imagen 3 now offers brighter and better-composed images with improved adherence to prompts, rolling out globally in ImageFX within Google Labs. Veo 2 has been enhanced to create high-quality videos in 4K resolution, allowing for detailed descriptions and improved understanding of expressions and movements. The updates for Veo 2 are being rolled out in Google Labs' VideoFX, with plans to integrate it into YouTube Shorts and other products in the future.

Winsage

November 28, 2024

Your next laptop should be a Copilot+ PC (like the Acer Swift 14 AI)

By 2025, it is projected that 80% of customer service teams will use generative AI, contributing USD 4.4 trillion annually to business processes. Generative AI allows for human-like conversations and is reshaping workflows across various sectors. Copilot+ PCs are designed for advanced AI features, requiring modern processors, a minimum of 16 GB of RAM, and at least 256 GB of SSD storage. The Acer Swift 14 AI features a 47 TOPS NPU, 32 GB of RAM, and 1 TB of SSD storage, and boasts a battery life of up to 29 hours. It includes AI-powered applications like User Sensing 2.0, Multi-Screen Assistance, and PurifiedVoice 2.0, enhancing productivity and user experience.

Tech Optimizer

November 24, 2024

Building RAG-based applications with AWS Amplify AI Kit and Neon Postgres

Modern application development emphasizes a strong developer experience (DX) and a balance between quick setup and efficient production processes. The Amplify AI kit facilitates this by abstracting common AI tasks, allowing developers to work with large language models (LLMs) and content generation while reducing boilerplate code. The project involves using a serverless Postgres database from Neon to retrieve product data, moving away from Amplify's default database model. This integration simplifies code for interacting with an LLM through retrieval-augmented generation (RAG). A chatbot is created to enhance customer interactions without hindering independent shopping, utilizing tailored product information sourced from the database. The architecture allows the LLM to suggest tools based on user prompts, with the application determining which function to invoke. The Amplify AI kit automates this process, reducing manual effort. The project uses Amazon Bedrock with the Claude 3.5 Haiku LLM, which supports tool integration with the Neon Postgres database. Setting up a Neon database involves creating an account and initiating a project, with branch-based projects available for organization. Users can generate a table schema using Neon’s AI feature, allowing for easy SQL table creation. A sample schema for a "Products" table is provided, which includes fields for product details. AWS Amplify connects frontend applications to AWS-powered backends. Developers scaffold Amplify files with a command that installs dependencies and creates an amplify directory. Additional dependencies for the Amplify AI kit are installed, and the database connection string is stored as a secret in AWS Systems Manager. Amplify introspects the database to generate CRUD operations for the frontend application. The generated schema file is managed by Amplify and should not be modified. The integration of the Neon database into the application allows for authorization rules and conversational capabilities to be established. After deploying the AWS backend, the Amplify configuration is imported into the client-side application, enabling the use of UI components and hooks. The AIConversation component provides a chat UI, allowing for a comprehensive setup in a minimal amount of code.

Winsage

November 14, 2024

Microsoft Edge is trying to forcefully get your Chrome tabs again

Microsoft's Edge browser has been automatically launching on users' PCs, importing Chrome tabs without consent. A recent update introduced a prompt that encourages users to allow Edge to regularly import data from other browsers, particularly targeting Chrome users. This prompt is designed to be easily overlooked, with a default option checked to confirm data import. Microsoft claims this feature provides users with an option to disable it, but the automatic behavior raises concerns about the company's intentions. Microsoft has a history of similar tactics, including blocking tools that facilitate switching from Edge and complicating the process of changing browser defaults in Windows 11. Users have also reported misleading AI responses in Bing and intrusive prompts urging them to abandon Chrome. These practices have led to distrust towards Edge and Microsoft's AI initiatives.