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Business Standard
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- Entertainment
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YouTube Shorts gets AI image-to-video tool, new effects: Check what's new
Google has introduced Veo 2 model-powered AI tools for YouTube Shorts that transforms photos into short videos and adds effects. There is also a new centralised AI Playground hub Sweta Kumari New Delhi Google is expanding its image-to-video feature to YouTube Shorts, allowing creators to generate videos from static pictures. Beside this, the company has also introduced a fresh wave of generative AI features which it said is designed to experiment with visual effects. This includes immersive AI effects, and a new hub called AI Playground. According to the YouTube blog, all these AI features are powered by Google's Veo 2 video generation model. Google has also confirmed that it will bring Veo 3 model-powered AI tools to YouTube Shorts platform later this summer. Veo 3 is Google's latest video generation model and can also generate synchronised audio with video. Transform photos into videos The new image-to-video feature allows users to transform still images from their camera roll into dynamic six-second videos. Based on the uploaded photo, YouTube will generate a short animation such as a landscape with moving elements or a group photo brought to life. For example, YouTube demonstrated how a pedestrian signal image can change into a zooming animation of a dancing walk symbol. Google offers a similar feature in Gemini, while the Animate feature in Meta's Edits app is also capable of turning images into short video clips using AI. Image-to-video feature in YouTube is now rolling out in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, with broader availability planned later this year. New AI effects in Shorts Alongside video creation, YouTube is also introducing new AI-based visual effects. These effects allow users to transform basic doodles into stylised images or generate short, themed videos from selfies. To try them, users can tap the 'Effects' icon in the Shorts camera, then navigate to the 'AI' section. AI Playground To centralise its creative tools, YouTube has also launched AI Playground, a new space where creators can access its latest generative AI creation tools, including AI effects, See Inspiration, and more. Users can find AI playground by tapping the create button and then the sparkle icon in the top right corner. The AI Playground is available in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.
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Business Standard
09-07-2025
- Business Standard
Realme 15 series launching in India on July 24: Details, expected specs
Realme 15 series to launch on July 24 with major upgrades in design, performance, and AI features like AI Edit Genie and AI Party Sweta Kumari New Delhi Realme has announced that its 15 and Realme 15 Pro smartphones will be launched in India on July 24. While the company has kept most specifications under wraps, it has promised major upgrades across the board, including a faster chipset, brighter display, and a sleeker, more refined design. The new series will also introduce smart AI-powered features such as AI Edit Genie and AI Party. Realme 15 series: What to expect According to the report, the Realme 15 Pro is likely to be powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 4 chipset and could be coupled with up to 12GB RAM and 512GB internal storage. The smartphone could feature a 50MP primary camera, and an in-display fingerprint sensor. The smartphone is also expected to come with GT Boost 3.0 technology for 120fps gameplay experience and AI Ultra Touch for ultra-responsive controls. The Realme 15 series is expected to come with a range of advanced AI features. Among the confirmed additions is AI Edit Genie, which will allow users to edit their photos using voice commands. Another confirmed feature is AI Party, which is designed to enhance the phone's smart functions during social or group interactions. Realme has also revealed the first look at the Realme 15 series, showcasing the back panel design. The smartphone in the image shared by the company features a camera island housing three sensors with two large circular modules and an additional smaller ring. The series will be available in four colour options: Flowing Silver, Velvet Green, and Silk Purple, Silk Pink. At the front, the device is expected to feature a flat display with narrow bezels. The selfie camera will be placed in a centred punch-hole cutout at the top of the screen. Physical buttons for volume control and power will be placed on the left side of the phone.
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Business Standard
02-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
X experiments with AI bots for writing Community Notes: Check details
X (formerly Twitter) is testing AI-generated Community Notes via tools like Grok and third-party bots, while retaining human oversight to ensure accuracy, fairness, and transparency Sweta Kumari New Delhi X (formerly Twitter) has launched an experiment to allow artificial intelligence chatbots to generate Community Notes, its user-driven fact-checking feature. The move is aimed at improving the platform's ability to tackle misinformation swiftly while maintaining human oversight for transparency and reliability. Under the new system, AI tools such as X's in-house chatbot Grok, along with third-party AI systems connected via API, will be able to draft Community Notes. However, these notes will not be published automatically. They must pass through the platform's existing multi-perspective review process, similar to human-written notes, before they can appear publicly. In a post on the official Community Notes account, X said: 'The API's goal: Make contributing to Community Notes amazing for both human contributors and developers.' The platform also stressed that any AI involvement would align with the principles of openness, fairness, quality, and transparency. According to X's support documentation, AI Note Writers cannot rate notes. Instead, only verified human contributors have the authority to assess and rate content. The AI-generated notes are intended to assist human reviewers by proposing content that may need clarification or context, but the final decision on which notes are displayed remains with human contributors. This AI-driven experiment comes as other platforms also rethink their fact-checking models. Meta recently shifted to a more community-based approach, and platforms like TikTok and YouTube have drawn inspiration from Community Notes to build their own systems. What are Community Notes Community Notes are collaborative annotations added to posts that may include misinformation, manipulated content, or unclear AI-generated material. These notes are crowdsourced from users with diverse viewpoints, and only appear publicly once a consensus is reached across groups, ensuring accuracy and neutrality.
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Business Standard
OPPO Reno14 series to launch on July 3, Pad SE to tag along: What to expect
OPPO to launch Reno14 series and Pad SE tablet in India on July 3. The budget-friendly Pad SE features an 11-inch eye-care display, 9,340mAh battery, quad speakers and AI-powered tools Sweta Kumari New Delhi OPPO is set to expand its product portfolio in India with the launch of the Reno14 series smartphones and the Pad SE tablet on July 3. The Pad SE is positioned as a budget-friendly Android tablet focused on entertainment, learning, and creativity. The Reno14 series, on the other hand, is targetted to premium market with focus on design, imaging, and artificial intelligence features. OPPO Pad SE: What to expect The OPPO Pad SE will feature an 11-inch LCD eye-care display with a resolution of 1920x1200, 90Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 500 nits. OPPO claims the display will offer clear, vibrant visuals suitable for indoor entertainment, outdoor reading, and productivity on the go. The tablet will come in a 7.39mm-thick body and be available in two colour options: Starlight Silver and Twilight Blue. Powering the device is a 9,340mAh battery that supports 33W charging. OPPO claims the Pad SE offers up to 11 hours of continuous video playback and 80 hours of music playback. An Advanced Smart Power Saving Mode will switch off the tablet after seven days of inactivity, offering up to 800 days of intelligent standby. The Pad SE features quad speakers with Hi-Res audio support and has received TÜV Rheinland certifications for Low Blue Light and Flicker-Free performance. A dedicated Kids Mode will allow parents to customise app permissions, internet access, and screen time limits. The tablet will also come equipped with OPPO's AI assistant Gemini and a suite of AI-based tools, including: AI Photo Remaster AI Reflection Remover AI Blur AI Clarity Enhancer AI Eraser AI Intelligent Document OPPO Reno 14 Pro: Details The Reno 14 Pro is expected to be powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 8450, paired with up to 16GB RAM and up to 1TB internal storage. The device will likely sport a 6.83-inch OLED display of 1.5K resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The phone is expected to launch in Mermaid, Calla Lily Purple, and Reef Black colours. OPPO Reno 14 Pro: Expected specifications Display: 6.83-inch OLED, 1.5K resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, HDR10+ Processor: MediaTek Dimensity 8450 RAM: Up to 16GB Storage: Up to 1TB Rear Camera: 50MP main (OIS) + 50MP telephoto (3.5x) + 50MP ultra-wide Front Camera: 50MP (AF) Battery: 6,200mAh Charging: 80W wired OPPO Reno 14: Details The Reno 14 is expected to be identical to Pro model in terms of specification, except it would have a tad smaller display of 6.59-inch, a different camera system, and a lower capacity battery. OPPO Reno 14: Expected specifications
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Business Standard
Google Calendar lands on Apple Watch with basic features: Details here
Google has launched a simplified Calendar app for Apple Watch, allowing users to view and manage upcoming events and tasks but without creation or editing functions on the device Sweta Kumari New Delhi Google has launched a stripped-down version of its Calendar app for Apple Watch, marking its return to watchOS with a limited but functional set of features. The app is available through version 25.24.1 of the Google Calendar iPhone app. It requires watchOS 11.0 or later. Google Calendar for Apple Watch: Features The app offers a week-long list of events and Google Tasks in a scrollable, colour-coded format. Users can: Check their schedule and tasks Get notifications of events and tasks, including time, title, and location Complete tasks Respond to events Delete events and tasks Tapping on an event or task reveals minimal additional information. Users are directed to open the full app on their iPhone for further details. There is currently no option to create or edit events or reminders directly from the Apple Watch interface. The watchOS app matches the visual design of Google Calendar on Wear OS. It features a clean list view, with the current day and date displayed in the upper-right corner. However, unlike Apple's native Calendar app, it does not provide a full-month view or layout customisation options. Two watch face complications are available: What's next: shows the next scheduled event and is available as a circular or rectangular complication, as well as in the Smart Stack widget Today's date: a simple day-and-date display in circular format Both complications launch the app when tapped. While functional, the app's limited capabilities may not appeal to all users—especially given that Apple's native Calendar app already syncs with Google Calendar and offers broader viewing and interaction features. The launch reflects Google's gradual re-entry into the Apple Watch ecosystem after a period of limited presence. With only four apps currently available, Google appears to be focusing on essential viewing tools for its services rather than fully-featured watchOS applications.
