Issue 41 | July 31, 2024

?? AI Insider News

Get the latest scoop on key developments in AI with our curated news roundup. We summarize the top stories so you stay informed on what's happening in the world of artificial intelligence.

The Wait Is Over: ChatGPT Voice Mode Rises from the Ashes!

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ChatGPT's Voice Mode is making a grand re-entrance next week, and it's bringing all the drama. Remember earlier this year when Scarlett Johansson freaked out because the AI voice, "Sky," sounded a little too much like her character from "Her"? Yeah, that was a thing. OpenAI hit the brakes on Voice Mode faster than you can say "lawsuit." But guess what? They’ve fine-tuned it, and it's back, baby!

Initially, it's rolling out to a select group of ChatGPT Plus subscribers, but soon enough, we'll all get to chat it up with our favorite AI. ??? Be on the lookout for this to be rolled out in YOUR account as early as next week! Being in the first selected group might be a bit like the chances of winning the lottery but know it's coming your way soon!

?? Why This Matters…

This isn’t just another tech update; it’s a game-changer. ChatGPT's Voice Mode is about to open up a whole new world of possibilities for how we create and deliver content. Here’s why you should care:

1. Content Creation: Imagine brainstorming ideas for your next blog post or video script by just talking it out with ChatGPT. It's like having a 24/7 creative partner.
2. Visual Content Analysis: Got a bunch of images you're not sure how to use in your marketing? Chat with GPT about them and get ideas for captions, content themes, or even product descriptions.
3. Accessibility: This could be a game-changer for creating more inclusive marketing content. Use the voice feature to check how your copy sounds when read aloud, or get descriptions of images to improve alt text.
4. On-the-Go Productivity: Stuck in traffic but had a brilliant marketing idea? Use voice mode to flesh it out before you forget.
5. Research and Learning: Use the image feature to analyze competitors' visual content or industry trends, getting insights that could inform your marketing strategy.

Remember, this isn't about replacing human creativity or interaction. It's about having a new tool in your marketing toolkit that can help spark ideas, streamline processes, and maybe even make your job a little more fun.

Hey Google, Move Over. SearchGPT is the New Kid on the Block

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More OpenAi news...they just dropped?their SearchGPT prototype, and let me tell?you, it's not?your grandma's search engine! This AI-powered tool?is set to make?Google sweat. Forget about?typing keywords?and scrolling?through endless?results.

With?SearchGPT, you?just chat. Ask?a question, get?an answer, and?keep the conversation?going. It's like?having a super-smart buddy who’s read the entire?internet.

But here's?the kicker: SearchGPT doesn't just?pull answers?out of thin air. It cites its?sources right?in the chat. So, you know exactly?where that juicy?info is coming?from.

And for?all you visual?learners, it?can whip up images?on the fly to?illustrate its?points. No more?clicking through?to other sites?just to see what?something looks?like.

And publishers, listen up! SearchGPT is giving?you more control?over how your?content shows?up in search?results. That?means better?visibility for?quality content?and potentially?more traffic?for your site.

Plus, unlike?some other search?engines we could?name (cough, Google, cough), SearchGPT actually wants?to send users?to your website. It's all about?getting people?the info they?need and sending?them on their?merry way.

So, whether?you're a curious?cat looking for?better answers?or a content?creator hoping?to get noticed, SearchGPT might?just be your?new best friend. It's invite-only for now, but trust me, you'll want?to get on that?waitlist ASAP. The future of?search is here, and it's got?a lot to say! ????

?? Why This Matters…

SearchGPT isn't just another search tool; it's a total game-changer. Here’s why you should care:

1. Visibility Boost: SearchGPT prominently cites and links to publisher sites, making sure high-quality content gets the spotlight it deserves. More traffic, more engagement – what's not to love?
2. Interactive Experience: The conversational interface lets users ask follow-up questions, making the search experience more interactive and engaging. Think of the new ways you can interact with your audience!
3. Control for Publishers: OpenAI is giving publishers more control over how their content appears in search results. Optimize your content, drive targeted traffic, and watch those numbers soar.
4. Valuable Insights: OpenAI plans to share findings on how content performs in AI search products. This means valuable insights into user behavior and content effectiveness. Use this data to refine your marketing strategies and improve ROI.
5. Future-Proof: While SearchGPT is a temporary prototype, the best features will be integrated into ChatGPT. This is a long-term investment in your digital marketing strategy.

So, if you’re not already on the waitlist, now’s the time to get in on the action. This is your chance to be at the forefront of the next big thing in AI-powered search. ????

Hold Your Horses! Apple’s AI Features Aren’t Ready Yet!

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Apple Intelligence, the highly anticipated AI feature suite, won’t be making its debut with the initial release of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18 this September. Instead, it’s being pushed to October to give Apple more time to iron out the bugs and ensure a smooth rollout. This means the iPhone 16 lineup will launch without these AI features, which will be available later through a software update.

According to reports from Bloomberg, Apple Intelligence will first be available to developers in the beta versions of iOS 18.1 and iPadOS 18.1 starting next week. The full public rollout will follow in October. Key features, like the revamped Siri that uses on-device data to answer questions and understand what's on your screen, are now expected to arrive in the first half of 2025.

?? Why This Matters…

Hold your horses...this delay might seem like a bummer, but it’s actually a golden opportunity. Here’s why:

1. Extended Preparation Time: The delay gives you extra time to prepare your marketing strategies to leverage Apple Intelligence. Think about how you can integrate AI-driven features into your campaigns to enhance user engagement.
2. Enhanced User Experience: Once Apple Intelligence rolls out, it will offer a more personalized and interactive user experience. This means you can create more targeted and effective marketing campaigns that resonate with your audience.
3. Beta Testing Insights: With developers getting early access to the beta, you can gather insights and feedback on how Apple Intelligence performs. Use this information to tweak your strategies and ensure your content is optimized for the new AI features.
4. Staying Ahead of the Curve: Being aware of these updates allows you to stay ahead of your competitors. Plan your content and marketing efforts around the new features to capture the attention of early adopters.
5. Future-Proofing: Apple Intelligence is set to evolve with more features rolling out over time. By starting to integrate AI into your marketing now, you’ll be well-prepared for future updates and enhancements.

So it's a hurry up and wait but it could be a good hurry up and wait outcome!

?? Marketing Prompt of the Week

Well Thought-Out Prompts That Will Get You Moving In The Right Direction & Unlock Your Creative Genius!

Webinar Wizardry: Your Ticket to Non-Snoozefest Online Events

You're about to stumble upon the holy grail of webinar planning - minus the medieval knights and plus a whole lot of "why didn't I think of that?" moments.

Picture this: You're sitting in your home office (aka that corner of your bedroom where you've strategically angled your camera to hide the laundry mountain), ready to plan your next webinar. But instead of staring at a blank page and willing your brain to come up with something other than "Welcome to my TED talk," you've got a ready-made recipe for webinar success.

This prompt is like having a tiny Tim Gunn in your pocket, but for webinars. It's going to make it work! It'll guide you through creating a webinar that's less "Am I still connected?" and more "Is this thing over already? I want more!"

From nailing your topic to planning interactive shenanigans that'll keep your audience from sneaking off to raid the fridge, this prompt's got you covered. It's the difference between hosting a webinar that people attend out of obligation and one they'd happily trade their favorite sweatpants for.

So buckle up, buttercup. You're about to become the Beyoncé of webinars - minus the dance moves, plus all the engagement. Your audience won't know what hit 'em (in a good way, of course).

Marketing Prompt:

Create a webinar outline as [Your Role]. The webinar should educate and engage participants on [Specific Topic]. Include:

1. Webinar Topic: [Main theme]

2. Agenda: [Key points, session titles, durations]

3. Content Overview: [Brief summary of each session]

4. Interactive Elements: [Engagement strategies]

5. Q&A Session: [Time allocation]

Requirements:

- Define the main topic clearly

- Outline agenda with segments and durations

- Summarize content for each session

- Describe interactive activities

- Include Q&A session

Best Practices:

- Align content with audience interests

- Use engaging visuals/demos

- Plan smooth transitions

- Encourage participation (polls, quizzes, discussions)

- Prepare for potential Q&A questions

Deliverable: Submit a markdown-formatted outline covering all points above.

?? AI Tool Spotlight

This week's top AI tool pick is...

Kling: The Ultimate Tool for Gorgeous AI-Generated Videos

Ready to turn?your text into?jaw-dropping videos?without breaking?a sweat? Meet?Kling, the?AI-powered wizard?that transforms?your boring old?text prompts?into high-fidelity, Hollywood-worthy clips. Developed by?the brainiacs at?Kuaishou, Kling?is like having?Spielberg in?your back pocket.

Imagine this: you type in?a few words, and?BAM! Kling spits?out a video so?smooth, you’ll think?it was shot by?a pro. We're?talking 30 fps, 1080p resolution, and all the?spatiotemporal magic?you can handle. Whether it’s complex?human movements?or drastic scene?changes, Kling?captures it all?with the precision?of a Swiss watch.

Why settle?for meh when?you can have?marvelous? So go ahead, give it a whirl?and watch your?text come to?life in ways?you never thought?possible. ???

Example prompt: A white cat is driving in a car, passing through busy urban streets, with skyscrapers and pedestrians in the background.

?? AI Tutorial

??? Turn Your Text?into Blockbuster Videos?with Kling

Imagine typing a few words and BAM! Kling spits out a video so smooth, you’ll think it was shot by a pro. Ready to see how easy it is? Let’s dive in!

1. Visit Kling AI: Head over to?Kling's official website?and sign up for a free account.
2. Access the Dashboard: Once logged in, navigate to the main dashboard.
3. Click on "AI Videos": Find and click on the "AI Videos" section to start creating.
4. Enter Your Prompt: In the "Prompt" section, describe the video you want to create. Be as detailed or as simple as you like.
5. Adjust Settings: Customize your video by adjusting settings like creativity level, video quality, length, and aspect ratio.
6. Generate Your Video: Click "Generate" and let Kling work its magic. Watch as your text transforms into a stunning video.
7. Review and Download: Once your video is ready, review it and make any necessary tweaks. Then, download your masterpiece and share it with the world!

Voilà! You’ve just created a professional-quality video without breaking a sweat. Thanks, Kling! ??

?? LOL Meme of the Week

This week's funny for ya...

Ever feel like your to-do list is a hydra? Chop off one task, two more appear! ????

What's your secret weapon for taming the never-ending to-do list? Drop your best productivity hack below! ??

Bonus points if you can guess how many cups of coffee it took to make this meme. Winner gets... another item on their to-do list! ????

??? Visual Image Prompt of the Week

Here's some visual marketing inspo for ya...customized icons!!

Visual Image Fill-in-the-Blank Framework

PROMPT:

[Artistic Style], [Perspective], [Subject + Position + Details], [Foreground/Background Details], [Lighting/Effects], [Contrast/Saturation], [Modifiers]

Example of how to use this prompt framework:

Flat design, top-down view, open laptop in the center with a vibrant social media dashboard on the screen, scattered marketing icons and infographic elements in the foreground, blurred cityscape background symbolizing global reach, neon glow effect emanating from the laptop screen, high color saturation, crisp edges --ar 1:1

Thanks for reading!

Until next time!

Blessings! KIM