Adam here! This week, we’re diving into some exciting AI developments. OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode is now making ChatGPT conversations feel more natural and emotionally intelligent, while Canva’s acquisition of Leonardo.Ai is set to enhance the AI tools available to creatives everywhere. Apple is also rolling out its new Apple Intelligence features in iOS 18.1, bringing smarter Siri and other AI-driven tools to your iPhone.

In Tweets of the Week, catch the latest updates from Meta’s AI Studio and see how ChatGPT’s new features are being used in real-time translations.

And don’t miss More AI in Action, where we explore Riverside’s latest enhancements and how Shown.io can simplify your ad campaigns with AI automation.

Let’s jump in!

🎤 Advanced Voice Mode on ChatGPT

OpenAI’s Advanced Voice Mode is now available on the iOS and Android ChatGPT apps, offering more natural and real-time conversations with emotional and non-verbal cues. Here’s what you need to know:

Availability: Currently in limited alpha, accessible to a few users on Plus accounts.

How to Access: If invited, you’ll receive an email and see a tooltip in the app to try Advanced Voice Mode.

Key Features:

• Real-Time Conversations: Engage in more natural dialogues with enhanced emotional and contextual understanding.

• Rate Limits: Usage is limited daily, with a warning when you have 3 minutes left.

• Control Options: Mute/unmute your mic, end conversations, and switch back to standard Voice Mode as needed.

Limitations: No support for memory, custom instructions, GPTs, or generating musical content yet. Not optimised for in-car Bluetooth or speakerphone use.

Future Plans: Advanced Voice Mode is expected to be available to all Plus users by fall, with video and screensharing features coming later.

🎨 Canva Acquires Leonardo.Ai to Enhance Visual AI Tools

Canva has acquired Leonardo.Ai, a leading generative AI platform, to strengthen its suite of AI-powered design tools. This acquisition supports Canva’s ongoing efforts to empower users with innovative visual communication capabilities.

Leonardo.Ai is known for its advanced AI-generated images, graphics, and videos. The platform will continue to operate independently while benefiting from Canva’s resources, allowing for accelerated development and integration into Canva’s existing tools like Magic Media.

Both Canva and Leonardo share a vision of democratising AI and enhancing creative potential. This partnership aims to expand the tools available for designers, marketers, and educators, enabling more powerful and efficient visual content creation.

Leonardo’s AI models will be gradually integrated into Canva’s platform, offering users new and enhanced tools. More updates will be shared as the integration progresses.

🔍 Enable Apple Intelligence on Your iPhone

Apple's new AI features, announced at WWDC 2024, are rolling out in iOS 18.1 developer beta. Here’s a quick guide:

Access: Available only in the U.S. for iPhone 15 Pro, Pro Max, and M1 chip devices.

How to Enable:

1. Go to Settings > Apple Intelligence & Siri.

2. Join the waitlist and wait for approval.

Highlights:

• New Siri: Improved interface with text commands in loud environments.

• Smart Tools: AI-powered writing assistance, photo searches, and email summaries.

• Call Transcriptions: Record and transcribe calls directly in Notes.

🐥 Tweets of the Week

🎬 More AI in Action this Week

Riverside Enhancements: Discover the powerful new tools built into Riverside that are transforming the platform. These features are game-changers, and the last one is something you'll wish you had known about sooner.

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Automating Ads with Shown.io: Explore how Shown.io can replace agencies and consultants by automating your ad campaigns. Learn step-by-step how to set up and launch fully optimised ads in minutes, complete with ad copy, creatives, and conversion tracking—all in one seamless platform.

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Discover these AI Tools and Apps

1. Riverside.FM - Record Podcasts and Edit with the power of AI.

2. Shown - Let AI run your ads & attract more customers effortlessly.

3. Kroto - create professional how-to videos and guides in minutes (AI) output is document and video guides.

4. Outerform.ai - AI-powered online form and survey builder.

5. Jotme.io - Translate and transcribe meetings on Google Meet. Create AI meeting notes, documents, and emails after meetings.