Discover the Latest Developments in Artificial Intelligence: Google Introduces Duet AI, Snapchat Unveils AI Selfie Feature, and More
Google made significant announcements today in the field of artificial intelligence. The company has officially introduced Duet AI, an AI-powered assistant for all Google apps in the Workspace, such as Gmail, Drive, Docs, and Meet. After undergoing testing since June, this AI tool is now accessible to all Workspace users. Additionally, Snapchat is set to release a new AI feature called Dreams, enabling users to capture imaginative selfies. These updates and more are covered in today’s AI roundup. Let’s delve into the details.
Google releases Duet AI
According to 9to5Google’s Duet AI report, Google’s enterprise-level AI-powered tool for Workspace is being implemented. Google has announced that Duet AI will be available to all of its paying users, starting with those who pre-ordered it in June. The cost of the tool is $30 per month per user. The AI assistant can compose emails and documents, take notes during video calls, create custom plans, create images from text prompts, and more.
Snapchat Launches ‘Dreams’ AI Feature
Snapchat today announced the launch of a new AI-powered feature called Dreams. The company said it will be a revolution similar to its 2015 augmented reality filters that let users sprout dog ears on their faces. “Starting today, with a new Gen AI-powered feature called Dreams, Snapchatters can create fantastical images that let them experiment with new identities — whether it’s a mermaid in a deep-sea landscape or Renaissance royalty,” the post stated.
The feature will be implemented in stages. When it’s available, you’ll find it in the Memories tab.
Intel releases AI-powered processors to improve battery life
Intel will soon launch AI-enabled Meteor Lake processors that offer better battery life for laptops, according to a TechRadar report. While the processor is focused on AI-specific tasks, reports mention that Intel also plans to use AI to automatically switch between high-power and low-power modes to extend the system’s battery life.
Google introduces a special watermark for AI images
Google’s DeepMind team has been working on a special watermark for artificial intelligence images that is impossible to edit. Google released this new AI watermark for images today, called SynthID, according to a report by The Verge. The watermark is embedded in the pixels of the image, but does not change it in any noticeable way. However, it shows up in recognition tests and confirms that the image is created by artificial intelligence.
“It does not change the picture, the quality of the picture or the experience of it. But it’s robust to various transformations — cropping, resizing, and all the things you can try to get around normal, traditional, simple watermarks,” said Demis Hassabis, CEO of Google DeepMind.
This watermark is believed to solve the problem of deep counterfeiting.
Allurion introduces an AI powered weight loss coach
Allurion Technologies, a company focused on fighting obesity, has today unveiled Coach Iris, a new generative AI-powered health coach, BusinessWire reports. Its purpose is to immediately expand the care team by providing always-on support, training and motivation. The company believes that it allows customers to achieve better results with higher efficiency.
