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Geek Vibes Nation
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Vibes Nation
Exploring Web-Based Editors For Crafting Roblox Apparel
Roblox offers a few ways to express yourself. Clothing is a big part of that. Knowing the difference between shirts, t-shirts, and pants is key. T-shirts are like decals. They only cover the front of your avatar. Shirts, on the other hand, wrap all the way around. Pants are, well, pants. Understanding these differences helps you plan your designs. It also affects how much control you have over the final look of your clothing. Using Templates for Design Templates are your best friend. They provide the basic shape for your clothing. You can download them from the Roblox website. (You can also explore alive games for Roblox by Alive Games, which offers engaging experiences that may inspire creative themes for your clothing designs.) Use image editing software to add your designs. There are many free and easy-to-use options. Experiment with colors, patterns, and logos. Templates ensure your designs fit correctly. They prevent awkward stretching or distortion on the avatar. Tips for Customization Don't be afraid to experiment. Try different styles and color combinations. The more you play around, the better you'll get. Consider adding unique details. Small touches can make a big difference. Think about adding logos, patterns, or even custom textures. Pay attention to detail. Make sure your designs are clean and polished. This will make your apparel stand out from the crowd. Exploring Web-Based Editors Features of Popular Editors Web-based editors are changing how Roblox apparel is made. They bring design tools to your browser. No need to install anything! These editors often have features like layering, color palettes, and template support. Some even offer real-time collaboration. This makes teamwork easier. Consider features like version control and asset libraries. These can really speed up your workflow. It's all about finding what fits your style. Comparing User Interfaces User interface (UI) is key. A clean, intuitive UI makes designing easier. Cluttered interfaces can slow you down. Some editors use drag-and-drop, while others rely on menus. Try a few to see what clicks. Look for customization options too. A good UI should feel natural. It should let you focus on creativity, not fighting the software. Accessibility and Ease of Use Accessibility matters. Can beginners pick it up quickly? Are there tutorials available? Ease of use is crucial for everyone. Even experienced designers appreciate a streamlined workflow. The best web-based editors balance power with simplicity. Consider factors like keyboard shortcuts and responsive design. These small things can make a big difference. Ultimately, the goal is to make creating Roblox apparel fun and accessible. Utilizing AI in Apparel Design Introduction to AI Outfit Creator AI is changing the game for Roblox apparel design. It's not just about templates anymore. AI Outfit Creators are popping up, letting users generate designs with simple text prompts. These tools can save time and spark creativity. Imagine typing 'futuristic warrior' and getting a full outfit concept instantly! This tech opens doors for both seasoned designers and newcomers. It's about making design more accessible. Benefits of AI in Customization AI offers several advantages in apparel customization. It speeds up the design process significantly. No more endless searching for the perfect combination. AI can suggest unexpected styles and combinations. It helps users discover new looks they might not have considered. AI can also personalize designs based on user preferences. This means more unique and tailored apparel. Limitations and Considerations While AI is powerful, it's not perfect. The results depend heavily on the prompts used. Vague prompts can lead to generic designs. AI-generated designs might lack originality at times. Users need to refine and customize the output to make it truly unique. Ethical considerations are also important. Designers should be transparent about using AI and avoid infringing on existing copyrights. Best Practices for Uploading Designs File Format Requirements Roblox likes specific file types. Usually, it's PNG. Make sure your file is in the right format before uploading. This avoids errors. File size matters too. Keep it reasonable. Big files take longer to upload and might not even work. Consider compressing your image. This reduces the file size without losing too much quality. Sizing and Resolution Guidelines Roblox has size limits. Designs often need to be 512×512 pixels. Check the current requirements before uploading. Resolution is key. A blurry design looks bad. Start with a high-resolution image and scale down if needed. Always test your design. Upload it to a test avatar first. This helps you see how it looks in the game. Avoiding Common Mistakes Transparency issues are common. Make sure transparent parts are actually transparent. Sometimes they show up as white. Copyright is important. Don't upload designs you don't have the rights to. This can get you in trouble. Double-check your design. Look for errors before uploading. It's easier to fix them beforehand. Engaging with the Roblox Community Sharing Your Creations Show off your designs! Sharing is caring, especially in the Roblox world. It's a great way to get your name out there. Post your apparel on forums, social media, and within Roblox groups. Get those eyeballs on your hard work. Don't be shy; let the world see what you've created. You never know who might become a fan. Participating in Fashion Events Fashion events are a big deal on Roblox. They're a chance to shine and see what others are doing. Keep an eye out for contests and showcases. Participating can boost your visibility and provide valuable feedback. It's also a fun way to connect with other designers. These events often have themes, so get creative. Think outside the box and impress the judges. Getting Feedback from Peers Feedback is gold. Ask other designers for their thoughts on your work. Constructive criticism can help you improve. Join design groups or forums to get connected. Don't take feedback personally; use it to grow. Engaging with the community is key to success. Listen, learn, and keep creating! Monetizing Your Apparel Designs Setting Prices for Your Creations So, you've made some cool apparel? Awesome! Now it's time to figure out how much to sell it for. Pricing is key. Too high, and no one buys. Too low, and you're leaving money on the table. Think about the effort you put in. Did it take hours? Is the design super unique? Factor that in. Also, check out what similar items are selling for. Finding that sweet spot is crucial for making a profit. It's a bit of a balancing act, but you'll get the hang of it. Understanding Roblox's Revenue Share Roblox takes a cut. It's just how it works. Knowing the revenue share is super important. It affects how much you actually earn from each sale. Basically, Roblox keeps a percentage of the Robux earned from your apparel sales. This covers their platform costs and keeps the whole thing running. Keep this in mind when setting your prices. Factor in Roblox's cut so you still make a decent profit. It's all about understanding the numbers. Marketing Your Designs Effectively No one will buy your stuff if they don't know it exists. Marketing is key. You need to get your designs in front of people. Showcase your apparel on social media. Use eye-catching images. Join Roblox groups and share your creations. Consider running ads on Roblox. It can help boost visibility. The more people see your designs, the more likely you are to make sales. Staying Updated with Trends Following Fashion Influencers Keep an eye on what's hot! Roblox fashion moves fast. Following key influencers can give you a heads-up on upcoming trends. See what the popular designers are creating. Notice the colors and styles that get the most attention. Adapt these ideas to your own designs. Influencers often set the pace. They showcase new items and styles, helping players discover fresh looks. This can be a great way to get inspiration and stay relevant. Utilizing Social Media for Inspiration Social media is a goldmine. Platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok are full of Roblox fashion content. It's a great way to see what other creators are doing. Use relevant hashtags to find designs. Join Roblox fashion groups and communities. Engage with other designers and players. Social media provides real-time feedback and insights into current trends. It's a great way to see what's popular and what's not. Adapting to Seasonal Changes Roblox has seasons too! Think about holidays and in-game events. Seasonal trends can boost your sales. Create themed apparel for holidays like Halloween or Christmas. Design outfits that match in-game events and promotions. Offer limited-time items to create a sense of urgency. Roblox apparel design is all about staying current. Keep an eye on the trends and adapt your designs accordingly. This will help you stay relevant and successful in the Roblox marketplace. Wrapping Up Your Roblox Apparel Journey In conclusion, using web-based editors for creating Roblox apparel can really open up a world of possibilities for players. Whether you're a newbie or have some experience, these tools make it easy to design unique outfits that reflect your style. You can play around with different templates, colors, and patterns without needing to be a pro at graphic design. Plus, sharing your creations with friends or the Roblox community adds a fun social element. So, if you're looking to stand out in the Roblox universe, give these editors a try and let your creativity shine!
Phone Arena
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Phone Arena
I considered upgrading to Gemini Pro, so I asked Gemini to convince me (it did not work)
You've probably noticed that Google I/O happened yesterday. I mean, half the news today seem to be centered around AI, but that's no wonder. Just like last year, Gemini took center stage at Google's annual event. So, of course, I got hyped. I mean: I work here. Tech is what I live and breathe, so I wanted to try all of it. I opened up Gemini on my PC, and I navigated to the Upgrade panel. I really wanted to just subscribe and forget, but experience has taught me to always ask to try before I buy. And you won't believe what happened next. Image by Google So, imagine my surprise when I said to Gemini's Brainstormer Gem: The AI model, of course, told me that this is not possible. But I'm brave, so I just started doing whatever I wanted. To my shock: Gemini complied. As some might know, I'm into art and design. One of my most-used apps is Photoshop, but I'm always looking for a replacement, so that I can be set free from Adobe's subscription model, which isn't quite my tempo. Recently, my social feeds became flooded with examples of people utilizing Gemini specifically to edit images. The results I saw were downright impressive. I'm sharing something similar below, so you can get a better idea, but there are loads of examples out there, especially in shortform. And, of course, this is the first thing I wanted to try: Instead of a response, however, the model outright generated an image: Fine then! And it even continued, saying (and I quote) "And here's the same image, but with the box open:" Something is not quite right here. You only get three demo attempts per type of request, so I had to abandon my entertainment. But this meant I could try something else instead. So, I've got this photo, which has always been a favorite of mine. I've not been able to track down the author, so if you know who made this, please let me know. Here it is: I just love Castlevania, man. And when I was a kid, this picture felt like the summary of everything the franchise stood for in terms of aesthetic. So, honestly, I would totally rock an HD version of this image as my wallpaper. (Please play Mozart's Requiem for creative effect) Again: not quite what I was looking for. The original contents of the photo were absolutely abandoned. Gemini seems to have grasped the pseudo-demonic mood of the image, but in truth: that is just a feeling you get. The actual image is just a sunset over the clouds, with a church and some trees. If you ask me, I'd say this should have been the focus. One of the issues I've ran into when using AI, time and again, was the model's failure to understand nuance and depth. Everything is surface level. And no matter how many breakthroughs we've made over the years, this hasn't really changed. Yes, Gemini and ChatGPT can generate more detailed images, and they've gotten better at understanding what we want from them. They have not, however, gotten any closer to understanding what we're looking to get out of it. To me, that would be the real breakthrough. But the thought of that happening is also kind of scary, so let's get back to funny stuff. I do know the creator of this lovely image, though: Sentinels by Jenna Barton Jenna Barton is hands down one of my favorite artists. Her creations are so moody, and meaning-rich. I've lost myself in many of them, so in retrospect, I wish I didn't attempt to ruin one of my favorites with AI for this experiment. Sorry, Jenna, I just couldn't think of a better example. I mean, my Google Photos app has such a feature, which is confirmed to be powered by AI. And, honestly, it does a great job most of the time. Ergo, this should be a breeze, right? Well, what the AI did seems a bit backwards: So, instead of editing the existing image for me, the model just generated a similar one. And let's be honest: it is not similar in any meaningful way. Another one of my personal favorites is Mike Mignola. If the name rings a bell, you might know the guy as the creator of Hellboy. I adore the series, so if you like comics, myths and folklore: make sure to give reading the series a shot, it's very good. The image above is one of my favorite works from Mike. It's just such a vibe. So I wanted to see if Gemini can generate something similar for me. This isn't it. Yes, some aspects are there: the surface-level ones. The rest of the prompt, the parts related to the mood and style of the image, were completely disregarded for one reason or another. Can't lie, though, I'd totally use this for a character sheet in D&D. But I had reached the end of my test run, so I had to stop. On the one hand, I was glad that Gemini was unable to replicate the art styles of my favorite artists. But that wasn't really the intent: the goal here was to see if it really understands substance any better. I think it's safe to say: not yet. No. I've got the receipts, but going through an article, filled with screenshots of the chat itself, does not sound fun to read. Plus, like I said at the beginning: I was truly excited to try out all of these new things. I also asked Gemini to let me try generating audio and video, but it gently turned me down. I did keep on asking clarifying questions, though, and as it turned out: not all advertised Gemini Pro features are available in every territory, so make sure to check before you sub. At least, the AI model seems pretty honest about it. My biggest gripe with Gemini is that regardless of subscription, you cannot export stuff to Docs or Sheets. I have, in fact, successfully tricked Gemini into exporting results in a sheet for me, but the file was pretty much broken. In terms of Docs however: it just denies doing that. And this sounds like a pretty basic feature to implement, right? I have to give credit where it is due. Despite the fun above, Gemini has gotten way better at a lot of useful, harmless things. It's getting great at helping you brainstorm, it's fantastic at providing feedback on writing (no, we don't use AI here, relax). And it has, indeed, helped me figure out how to do stuff that seemed scary-complex at the start, like modding my first Seiko NH35 wristwatch. Plus, as Gemini itself said to me at a point: So I might just have to repeat my experiment again down the line. In case it remains unclear: I did not subscribe... yet. I do feel that this is an imminent thing that will happen in a few years or so. AI is here to stay and it can be very useful, if not utilized with malicious intent. And it's only going to get better, so you all better get a lot less malicious! But until that time comes, I'm looking forward to trying Android XR and Google's Glass successor, the announcement put a really wide grin on my face. How about you, what are you excited to try in the coming months?
Android Authority
16-05-2025
- Android Authority
5 reasons I hate generative AI features on my smartphone
Mishaal Rahman / Android Authority As yearly phone releases have become more iterative for major brands, there is one new area of expansion that is heavily marketed — generative AI features. While AI features have long been important for certain smartphone functions, generative AI is the new frontier that has dominated software talking points for many products. But a lot of the hype may as well be white noise for me, because I rarely actually use generative AI features on my smartphone. In fact, I actively avoid this type of AI whenever I can. Do you use generative AI features on your smartphone? 0 votes Yes, I find them useful in my daily life. NaN % Sometimes, but only for limited tasks. NaN % No, I don't find them useful. NaN % 1. I like to keep my photos realistic Megan Ellis / Android Authority While free chatbots have been the main face of generative AI tools, another place where its prevalent is in image editing and generation features. Tools like Google Photos' Magic Editor and Samsung Galaxy AI's image editing rely on generative AI to produce edits like expanding the background of an image or removing objects. In an era where it's more and more difficult to tell what's real online, I prefer to keep my own images grounded in reality. I can see how some of these features could be useful. But in an era where it's more and more difficult to tell what's real online, I prefer to keep my own images grounded in reality. I will tweak contrast, sharpness, and saturation in my favorite photo editing app Snapseed — but I feel that generative AI blurs reality too much. This is despite having a Google One subscription, which gives me unlimited access to gen AI tools in Photos. I also have a Samsung device that enables AI edits, but I just don't use it. As these tools have become more advanced, my initial curiosity has been replaced by trepidation. 2. Voice models leave out many accents and languages Megan Ellis / Android Authority While I prefer to not use most generative AI tools, this doesn't mean that there isn't the occasional useful feature that seems promising. But in these cases, there are often drawbacks. For example, live translation powered by AI seems like it would be generally useful in cases where you're speaking with someone who speaks another language. Many people will never have access to translation features for a language that they interact with. But the reality is that a feature like this has its limitations. The biggest limitation, in my opinion, is the lack of support for many languages and specific accents. This limitation means that many people will never have access to translation features for a language that they interact with. When a language is supported, the regional accent may not be. This then affects the accuracy of transcriptions and translations. For example, the only local South African language that Samsung Galaxy AI supports is English. Local languages like Zulu and Afrikaans are not supported. For the English language packs, the AI supports Australian, Indian, UK, and US variants. This means that the AI might not be able to interpret the accent of South African English. In fact, when I tried Samsung's transcribe feature for my own voice recording, it not only marked the transcript as having two speakers, but it also misinterpreted most of what I said despite me speaking clearly. 3. Inaccurate results reduce my trust in AI models Megan Ellis / Android Authority Besides inaccurate translations and transcriptions, generative AI can also just outright hallucinate — providing incorrect information even when it understands what you're saying or writing. This isn't limited to AI on my phone. Google's AI Overviews aren't available on my mobile browser (which I prefer), but my experience with the AI-generated search summaries on my PC have soured my experience. There are some of the more well-known errors that Google's AI Overviews feature has made, including telling people to put glue on pizza. These are often attributed to sarcastic responses on training sources like Reddit which the LLM powering the AI can't separate from fact. But there are also times when it makes up information completely. In April, users also found that AI Overviews was making up meanings for made-up phrases. From my own personal experience, I was looking for whether chronic migraines were part of the Prescribed Minimum Benefits for South African medical aids. When I searched the term 'migraines PMB South Africa', Google provided me with a summary claiming the condition has to be covered by medical aids in the country. The reality is they don't. I know this because I read through the lengthy PMB document provided by the Council for Medical Schemes, and confirmed with my neurologist. These types of hallucinations have reduced my trust in AI models in general. When I clicked on the source that AI Overviews provided as a citation, the supposed cited information was nowhere to be found. These types of hallucinations have reduced my trust in AI models in general. I wouldn't trust most of them to transcribe conversations, summarize information, or correctly cite information; so I skip the tools when I can. 4. Gemini feels like a downgrade Megan Ellis / Android Authority When I talk about AI features I adore, Google Assistant used to be one of them. This is because you could use certain commands to set up routines and access certain functions. I still have a daily weather notification that runs on all my phones that I set up in Google Assistant years ago. But if you're using a recent version of Android, you'll have noticed that Google has started pushing Gemini as its Assistant replacement. If you made the switch, like I did, you may be underwhelmed by the functionality that Gemini provides. Commands that used to work with Google Assistant aren't necessarily supported by Gemini. Commands that used to work with Google Assistant aren't necessarily supported by Gemini. Gemini's functionality has expanded since its launch on mobile, but in the beginning I struggled to just get the AI to set a timer. Setting a task or reminder also now requires Workspace integration, which Google Assistant didn't. I've also tried to see if I can recreate my daily weather updates. Setting up the weather notifications on Google Assistant was seamless when I first did it. But when I asked Gemini to 'send me a daily weather update for tomorrow's forecast at 7pm', the AI created a task called 'daily weather update for tomorrow' in Google Tasks and Google Calendar, scheduled for 7pm every day. I also find that queries take longer to process in Gemini. And since some command functionality is no longer supported, instead of executing the function you want it to, Gemini produces a lengthy response based on search results. When I ask Gemini to 'see my routines' or 'see my subscriptions' (the command for editing your daily weather updates), it does a Google search instead. You can still switch back to Google Assistant, but it doesn't work as well as it used to. I've also noticed that the ability to simply hold in the home button to speak a command no longer works, requiring me to say 'Hey Google' every time I want it to register a command rather than a simple Google search. 5. Many AI services are only temporarily free C. Scott Brown / Android Authority Even if I did find generative AI features on my smartphone useful, I wouldn't want to become reliant on them due to the way many companies plan to monetize their AI services. This has already happened with many generative AI chatbots, which limit features based on whether you're on a free plan or not. Some services require you to purchase credits. Even though Galaxy AI is central to Samsung's marketing of its recent flagships, Samsung has noted that these Galaxy AI will remain free until the end of 2025. It hasn't outright stated that it will start charging for Galaxy AI features, but I don't really want to take the chance. I subscribe to Google One because I became reliant on Google Photos while it still had unlimited free uploads. I've seen how apps like IFTTT have cut back on free features. CapCut's heavy-handed monetization strategy made me quit the app. I'd rather not become dependent on free features, only to have them limited in future. I won't pay for AI features, even if that means some tasks will take longer. I'd also rather not become dependent on free features, only to have them limited or have the rug pulled out from under me in the future. I don't think that smartphone companies are going to stop hyping up generative AI features on devices anytime soon. But the implementation of these features and my experience with them have only hardened my skepticism. I want to see some more genuinely useful AI features that actually work for everyday users — not underbaked, over-hyped features that provide inaccurate results or blur reality.
