Latest Tech Innovations and Updates


In the ever-evolving landscape of technology, several significant updates have emerged, reshaping how we interact with digital platforms and tools. YouTube has enhanced its Erase Song tool, enabling creators to remove copyrighted music without affecting other audio, a move that simplifies content creation. Meanwhile, Spotify is transforming into a social network, introducing features like podcast comments, with potential expansions for music artists.

For YouTube enthusiasts, a new Firefox extension offers advanced features, enhancing the user experience. Transitioning from Android to iOS is now smoother with a tool that facilitates photo transfers from Google Photos to iCloud Photos. Meta’s new “Imagine Me” tool, currently in beta, allows users to generate AI images of themselves based on prompts, showcasing the creative potential of AI.

Spotify is also launching a premium version called Deluxe, offering lossless audio and additional perks. Google Photos has made its AI editing tools, including Magic Editor and Magic Eraser, available for free on all mobile devices. In the realm of AI music, startup Suno defends its use of copyrighted music for training under the fair use doctrine.

Adobe Illustrator’s generative vector fill feature democratizes complex art creation, while a comparison of AI image generators—Photoshop, DALL-E, and Midjourney—highlights their capabilities in creative tasks. These advancements reflect a trend towards more integrated, user-friendly, and creative digital experiences.

YouTube has delivered an important update to its audio eraser tool
YouTube has implemented an important update to its eraser tool, helping creators to easily remove copyrighted music without affecting any other audio within a video.On Wednesday, YouTube CEO Neal Mohan shared the new tool on X, formerly Twitter, writing, "Good news, creators: our updated Erase Song tool helps you easily remove copyright-claimed music...
Spotify is no longer just a streaming app, it's a social network
Sarah Perez, TechCrunch, Jul 11, 2024 This article is a follow-up on Spotify's recent launch of comments on podcasts and queries "whether Spotify will add something similar for music artists in the future," which I guess would make it the 2024 version of MySpace. The main thing to know about Spotfy, in my...
This Firefox extension is a must-have tool for YouTube super users
YouTube fans should take advantage of this extension which makes you wonder why your browser doesn't include these features by default.
You can now easily move your photos from Google Photos to iCloud Photos. Here's how
If you're moving from Android to iOS, you'll be able to take your photos with you thanks to a new collaborative tool.
Meta AI’s new ‘Imagine Me’ tool will let you generate AI images of yourself
Meta has introduced a new feature called "Imagine Me," which lets users create AI-generated images based on their photos and prompts. This tool, currently in beta in the US, lets users type prompts like "Imagine me as a superhero" or "Imagine me in a historical setting," and the AI generates a customized image accordingly. SEE ALSO: ...
Spotify wants you to get Deluxe, a more expensive version with lossless audio and other perks
The long-rumored hi-fi version of Spotify might finally be close. Here's why you might want it.
You can now use Google Photos' AI editing tools on Android and iOS for free
You can now take advantage of Magic Editor, Magic Eraser, Photo Unblur, and other AI tools in Google Photos no matter which mobile device you own.
AI music startup Suno admits to using copyrighted music, but says it's 'fair use'
AI music startup Suno has admitted that its AI model is trained on copyrighted music, but insists it's legally protected by the fair use doctrine.On Thursday, Suno fleshed out this argument in a legal filing responding to a lawsuit from the Recording Industry Association of America on June 24. RIAA, which represents major record labels Sony Music Entertainment,...
Adobe Illustrator's new generative vector fill is game-changing (even if you can't draw)
Illustrator's AI features can generate vector creations from basic prompts, making complex art effortlessly accessible. This could be the future of design, but there are limitations and potential legal concerns.
Photoshop vs. Midjourney vs. DALL-E 3: Which AI image generator wins my 5 tests?
How does Photoshop's AI hold up against DALL-E and Midjourney? I test their skills in a creative clash involving giant robots and futuristic scenarios.
YouTube is testing a new ad format that you won't hate as much - maybe?
The video site's picture-in-picture format won't interrupt the content you're watching. Will that be less annoying?
Microsoft's Clipchamp video editor is getting free AI features - and they're very useful
Available to Microsoft 365 Insiders, noise suppression and image background removal will upgrade your video quality. Here's how to use both.
Free ChatGPT users can now create images with DALL-E 3, but there's a catch
Previously, image generation via DALL-E 3 was available only to paid ChatGPT Plus subscribers.
Google's new ‘Reimagine’ feature uses AI to transform objects in pictures — and I saw it in action
Google unloaded a wave of new AI features at the Made by Google event today — and one of them is a new Magic Editor feature called "Reimagine." For the uninitiated, Magic Editor was unveiled during the debut of Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro, and it allows users to tap into generative AI to make complex photo edits, like object removal and unblurring a hazy,...
Google just released the newest version of its AI image generator
The latest version of Google's text-to-image model is now available to the masses. Teased back in May at Google I/O, Imagen 3 is the tech giant's most advanced AI generator that rivals other models like Midjourney, DALL-E 3, and X's very uncensored Grok-2. Speaking of which, Google has taken a different approach than Grok-2, which has swiftly become...
Google says its Imagen 3 image generator beats DALL-E 3. How to try it for yourself
If you want free and realistic image renditions, ImageFX - powered by the Imagen 3 text-to-image model - is a great option.
Sharing a Bunch of Images With Friends
A friend recently asked me, "When and where are you going to show me your photos from this summer’s trip to Croatia?" I told him "soon," even though I didn't have an exact plan. I knew Pixelfed wouldn't be the best solution—most people don't want to follow a daily feed and look at photos one at a time. When friends ask to see your photos, they usually...
This AI model lets you generate videos using only your photos
Luma Dream Machine's AI lets you fashion short videos out of traditional prompts, your own images, or both. Here's how to get started.
Midjourney's AI-image generator website is now officially open to everyone - for free
The user-friendly website lets anyone create up to 25 AI-generated images for free. Here's how to try it.
How to identify AI-generated images
First, the bad news: it's really hard to detect AI-generated images. The telltale signs that used to be giveaways — warped hands and jumbled text — are increasingly rare as AI models improve at a dizzying pace. It's no longer obvious what images are created using popular tools like Midjourney, Stable Diffusion, DALL-E, and Gemini. In fact, AI-generated...

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