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CNET
2 days ago
- Business
- CNET
Create a PowerPoint With AI: How to Do It With Prezi AI
Have you ever spent hours perfecting a slide deck, only for it to be unused or be over the top? There's a way you can bypass working long hours and just whip something up in the theme you want, fast: use artificial intelligence. AI tools can be your best coworker in a bid to impress without burning out -- saving you hours of obsessing about presentations so you can focus on delivery, not design. While Copilot in Microsoft PowerPoint is one choice, I also found a dedicated AI presentation maker. What is Prezi? Prezi AI was the tool I chose after a Google search for what to use to make a presentation. I liked that it sounded Aussie (we shorten the names of everything), and the pricing is accessible. It has a free basic version and various tiers that range from $19 to $39 per month. I went with the mid-range, because the lowest tier didn't come with infographic capabilities. It's $29 per month with a 14-day free trial. Prezi AI promises to create "your best presentation in minutes." Let's see about that. Getting set up with Prezi AI I signed up to Prezi AI Premium and put a reminder in my phone about the free trial end date. I was prompted to enter information about the presentation, so Prezi AI could suggest content and design ideas. You can also upload a PDF, which can be helpful for the AI or skip this step for now and choose a template. Screenshot by Amanda Smith/CNET For the sake of this example, I pulled out some initial brainstorming work I did for a creative campaign that I wanted to present to an agency client. I used this text box to tell Prezi AI what I was looking to achieve. First Prompt: "I want to professionally and creatively present my initial thinking on a campaign for Zayed National Museum in the UAE. I want to combine my notes with the strategist's notes so I can present my idea by telling a story and taking them on a journey. I prefer a minimalist, elegant design. Do you need me to upload the document?" I quickly found out that it's not really an AI chat tool, because it generated a mock design without answering my question. Screenshot by Amanda Smith/CNET Instead, I saved all the notes into a PDF and re-created the prompt. Prezi AI only uses text content, so don't upload graphics or charts. Refining and finalizing your AI slide deck I liked how it created a "storyboard" presentation, but some of the imagery was off. For example, it had photos of Steve Jobs and the Bucket List movie with Morgan Freeman -- likely because it features a trip to Egypt, although still very off-brand for a UAE campaign. An image of Steve Jobs was an odd pick for the AI tool. Screenshot by Amanda Smith/CNET I also added these two sentences to the original prompt: "Only use imagery from this website: Incorporate all of the text from the PDF and don't add more to it." Again, it was way off brand, mostly because AI has a hard time understanding cultural sensitivities and nuances. It also even included an image from Pixar movie The Incredibles. Screenshot by Amanda Smith/CNET I didn't love the output, as it had a hard time following simple instructions like "only include the copy from the PDF," so I picked the one I preferred the most and edited it -- plugging in critical copy it missed and removing images. How long does it take to make an AI presentation? It took me about 30 minutes to make all the tweaks it needed, and while that wasn't ideal, it still would've taken me much longer to put together an initial deck like this. I would've agonized over the design. It's certainly not perfect, but it's better than wasting precious time trying to do it from scratch. Here's an example slide I didn't have to change: Screenshot by Amanda Smith/CNET I also liked how the slides move from one to the next, not just swiping to the right but interactively moving like along a map -- you can check it out here. And the more you use AI programs, the more they learn about your style preferences, making the editing process easier each time. Just always make sure you check the words and images it produces. Other AI tools for PowerPoint presentations There are a lot of options out there, but here are some of the PowerPoint-compatible slide generators available. Most have a free tier, or a free trial:
National Post
2 days ago
- Business
- National Post
DeckBird AI Narrating Agent 3.0 Release
Article content SAN FRANCISCO & TORONTO — announces the general availability of its AI Narrating Agent release version 3.0, the most powerful AI narrating agent that supports the narrating and sharing of both presentation slides and videos. Article content Live in 73 countries on 4 continents in 10 languages, DeckBird AI Narrating Agent can easily transform presentation slides from static files into multimodal self-running webinars by adding AI powered voices, videos, and user interactions. Article content ' is a game changer for the narrating and sharing of 1 billion presentation slides and videos that are being generated every year by tools such as PowerPoint, Adobe, Canva, Gamma, and others', says David T. Li, the founder and CEO of Article content 'Without narrating, presentation slides are just a bunch of texts and graphics that lose their meanings and put people to sleep. They may even create confusions and misunderstandings,' Dave said. 'With DeckBird AI narrating agent, presentation slides become alive and engaging, personable and scalable, with consistent high quality. It greatly reduces the need for live presenting while increasing customer reach.' Article content Clients see 10x the marketing power and sales leads of their presentation slides and videos, with broad applications in sales, marketing, training, education, real estate, financial services, consulting, and corporate communications. Article content DeckBird is fully integrated into the business workflow, and works with Canva, Microsoft, Google, Adobe, Mailchimp, WordPress, HubSpot, Zoom, Salesforce, and ElevenLabs. It is also building plugins for OpenAI, Grok, Anthropic, Google Gemini and NotebookLM. Article content Dave showcased the DeckBird AI Narrating Agent at ACTAI Global AI Conference in Maui, Hawaii, with Bill Tai, the legendary seed investor in both Canva and Zoom. NYSE Wired, the media platform of the venerable New York Stock Exchange, also interviewed Dave on in Maui. Article content Video Narrating Article content Users can record video narrating using browser camera and system built-in text prompter, or embed videos from YouTube or Vimeo. Video Collage supports video uploading and mixing. AI powered voices can be added to the video. Video contents can be segmented and highlighted for better viewing. The voice track is indexed for searching. Article content Voice Narrating Article content Users can clone their own voices as the voice avatar, or choose from 32 system voice avatars in 10 world languages. Article content Narrate Once, Speak in Multiple Languages Article content media player can translate voice and corresponding closed caption in real time. Once narrated in one language, the audience can choose to watch and listen to the presentation slides and videos in their own local languages. Article content Video and Slideshow Media Player Article content media player is the only media player that can play both presentation slides and videos, with built-in support for closed caption, highlighting, content segmentation, and keyword search. Article content Meeting Scheduling Article content DeckBird media player supports Google Calendar, Microsoft Calendar, Calendly, iCal, and other calendar services to allow meeting scheduling directly within the presentation slides or videos. Article content Embed and Share Article content The media player can be embedded directly into email, website, messaging apps, and social networks, including Slack, WhatsApp, LinkedIn, Twitter/X, TikTok, and WeChat. Article content CRM and Analytics Article content DeckBird has a built-in CRM that tracks the viewer activities and provides data analytics. It also works with leading CRM systems such as HubSpot and Salesforce. Article content Tools Article content DeckBird provides a suite of powerful tools for adding user interactions to the presentation slides and videos, such as Action Button, WhatsApp link, Email Turnstile and Auto-Followup, QR code, Discussion Board, and in-app payment and purchase. Article content Team Collaboration Article content Presentation slides and videos can be narrated and shared by company sales, marketing, and training team. Presentations can be updated per slide without having to resend the entire file. Article content Open Standard Article content DeckBird is introducing WebMPF (Web Multimodal Presentation Format), a new Internet open standard for adding voice, video, and user interactions to the ubiquitous PDF files. Article content Patents Pending Article content DeckBird has multiple patent applications in review with USPTO, and is building a patent portfolio around its core technology. Article content Founder and Team Article content Founder and CEO Dave Li is a serial tech entrepreneur and MIT graduate. He has built a billion dollar tech company without taking any VC funding. Dave is a cycling enthusiast, having cycled in 16 countries in the Americas, Europe, and Asia. Article content Article content Article content Article content Contacts Article content Media Contact Article content Article content Adriana Diaz Article content Article content Article content
Geeky Gadgets
7 days ago
- Business
- Geeky Gadgets
Create Stunning Presentations in Minutes with Manus Slides
What if creating a professional, polished presentation took minutes instead of hours? Imagine typing a single prompt—whether it's a course outline, a project proposal, or a keynote idea—and watching a fully-structured slide deck come to life before your eyes. No more wrestling with layouts, agonizing over design choices, or losing precious time to repetitive tasks. Bold claim? Perhaps. But with Manus Slides, this is no longer a far-off dream. This innovative tool is transforming how educators, business professionals, and project managers approach presentations, shifting the focus from tedious design work to what truly matters: delivering impactful ideas. In this overview, learn how Manus Slides combines automation and customization to transform presentation creation. From generating entire decks with a single prompt to offering robust tools for personalizing templates, this platform is designed to adapt to your unique needs. Whether you're an educator looking to craft engaging teaching materials or a corporate leader aiming to impress stakeholders, Manus Slides promises to simplify your workflow without sacrificing quality. As we delve deeper, you'll discover how this tool enables professionals to communicate with clarity and confidence—leaving you to wonder: what could you achieve with all the time you'll save? Streamlined Presentation Creation Automated Slide Deck Creation One of the most compelling features of Manus Slides is its ability to generate complete slide decks from a single prompt. Using advanced algorithms, it eliminates the traditionally time-consuming task of building slides from scratch, allowing users to focus on refining their message. For educators: Simply input a course outline, and Manus Slides will create a structured presentation, complete with slides for real-world applications, coding exercises, or algorithm visualizations. This ensures that your teaching materials are both comprehensive and engaging. Simply input a course outline, and Manus Slides will create a structured presentation, complete with slides for real-world applications, coding exercises, or algorithm visualizations. This ensures that your teaching materials are both comprehensive and engaging. For business professionals: Generate detailed project plans, financial reports, or keynote presentations in just minutes, saving valuable time and effort while maintaining a professional appearance. By automating the creation process, Manus Slides enables users to prioritize content quality over design, making sure that presentations are both efficient and effective. Comprehensive Customization Features While automation is a key strength, Manus Slides also excels in offering robust customization options. Users can adjust templates, modify layouts, and fine-tune content to align with their specific goals, making sure that every presentation is tailored to its intended audience. For educators: Customize slides to suit varying learning levels, teaching styles, or subject matter, making sure that your materials resonate with students and enhance their understanding. Customize slides to suit varying learning levels, teaching styles, or subject matter, making sure that your materials resonate with students and enhance their understanding. For corporate users: Incorporate branding elements such as logos, color schemes, and fonts to maintain a polished and cohesive professional image. This flexibility makes Manus Slides a versatile tool, capable of adapting to diverse presentation needs while maintaining a high level of professionalism. Introducing Manus Slides Watch this video on YouTube. Discover other guides from our vast content that could be of interest on quickly creating professional presentations. Effortless Export and Sharing Manus Slides simplifies the process of sharing your work by offering seamless export and distribution options. Presentations can be exported in multiple formats, including PDF and PowerPoint, making sure compatibility with a wide range of platforms. Additionally, the tool's built-in sharing features allow for direct distribution to your audience. Quickly share materials with students, colleagues, or stakeholders for collaboration or feedback. Streamline workflows for teams working on shared projects, enhancing productivity and communication. These features ensure that your presentations are not only easy to create but also simple to share, allowing efficient collaboration and audience engagement. Enhancing Workflow Efficiency Manus Slides is designed to optimize workflow efficiency by automating repetitive tasks and providing intuitive tools. This allows users to dedicate more time to crafting impactful content rather than getting bogged down by design details. For educators: Spend more time refining course material and engaging with students instead of designing slides from scratch. Spend more time refining course material and engaging with students instead of designing slides from scratch. For business professionals: Allocate more energy to strategic planning, decision-making, and other critical tasks. By reducing the workload associated with presentation creation, Manus Slides becomes an indispensable tool for professionals working under tight deadlines or managing multiple responsibilities. Delivering Professional and Organized Presentations A well-organized presentation is essential for delivering a clear and compelling message. Manus Slides ensures that your content is both logically structured and visually appealing, helping you communicate your ideas with confidence. Templates are designed to maintain a professional and polished appearance, making sure your slides leave a lasting impression. Logical flow and intuitive design make it easy for your audience to follow your narrative, whether you're explaining complex algorithms or presenting a business strategy. With Manus Slides, you can create presentations that are not only visually impressive but also highly effective in conveying your message. Empowering Professionals Across Industries Manus Slides is more than just a presentation tool—it's a comprehensive solution that adapts to the needs of various industries. Whether you're an educator aiming to enhance student engagement, a business professional striving for impactful communication, or a project manager streamlining workflows, Manus Slides offers the tools you need to succeed. Automated slide creation saves time and reduces effort, allowing you to focus on content quality. Customization options ensure that your presentations are tailored to your audience and objectives. Seamless export and sharing features enhance collaboration and communication. By combining automation, customization, and efficiency, Manus Slides enables users to create presentations that are both impactful and professional, making it an essential tool for modern professionals. Media Credit: Manus AI Filed Under: Guides Latest Geeky Gadgets Deals Disclosure: Some of our articles include affiliate links. If you buy something through one of these links, Geeky Gadgets may earn an affiliate commission. Learn about our Disclosure Policy.
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SalMar - Invitation to presentation of the first quarter 2025 results
SalMar presents results for the first quarter 2025 on Tuesday 20 May 2025 at 08:00 CEST. The presentation will be held at Hotel Continental in Stortingsgaten 24/26 in Oslo. CEO Frode Arntsen and CFO Ulrik Steinvik will be representing the company. The presentation will in addition be available on Norwegian webcast at 08:00 CEST on There will be opportunity to send in questions during the Norwegian presentation. An English webcast (recording) will be available from 10:00 CEST on After the presentation two group presentations will be arranged, one physical presentation in Norwegian at 12:00 CEST and one digital presentation in English at 15:15 CEST. For registration and dial in details, please register via DNB Carnegie. The results will be available from 06:30 CET on the company's homepage, and Oslo Stock Exchange's page, For more information, please contact:Håkon Husby, Head of Investor RelationsTel: +47 936 30 449Email: This information is subject of the disclosure requirements pursuant to section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Forbes
13-05-2025
- Politics
- Forbes
If Brevity Is The Soul Of Wit, Why Do We Talk So Much?
Attendees of meeting fall asleep to boring presentation in workplace. High quality photo Ever since Polonius declared in Shakespeare's Hamlet 402 years ago that 'brevity is the soul of wit,' it appears we haven't learned that most important communication lesson. The aphoristic phrase suggests that real cleverness and intelligence are best expressed concisely. Further, it implies that wit loses impact when mired in unnecessary verbiage. (Ironically, it's Polonius, a long-winded character, who utters that phrase, adding a dash of satire to the line, but we shall ignore that oddity for now.) Brevity is not only the soul of wit; it is, indeed, just about the only quality our frenzied 21st century attention spans seem capable of tolerating. Jack Russell puppies can concentrate longer. It would follow, then, that we'd all meet the needs of the attention-deprived public; instead, we are awash in verbosity. Here are some gathered facts, factoids, thoughts, and observations – scattered but related – gleaned from teaching two graduate communication and leadership at Fairleigh Dickinson University in Teaneck, New Jersey. In keeping with the theme at hand, I shall be brief. When John Kennedy was elected president in 1960, he asked his trusted advisor Ted Sorenson to find the shortest inauguration speeches in American history. Sorenson came back with: George Washington's second at 133 words (delivered in one minute), Abraham Lincoln's second at 698 words, Theodore Roosevelt's only at 983 words (and the only one that didn't use the first-person pronoun), and FDR's fourth at 558 words. That's some company! Kennedy followed suit (kind of) with 1,366 words – and only one shorter address has been given since: Jimmy Carter at 1,229. With very few exceptions, others' words have faded into history. Which have lasted? Well, start with the five masters of brevity listed here, of course. Look 'em up. No one was better at – or more committed to – brevity than Lincoln, who, on November 19, 1863 at Gettysburg, gave one of the two most consequential speeches in American history, certainly the most impactful short one, pound for pound. When I led teams in my corporate life, the first thing I'd do is hand everyone a copy of the speech – all 267 words of it (which Lincoln delivered in approximately three minutes) and issue the following edict: If you have something more important to say than that, I'll read your lengthy email. If not, I won't. I never had to worry about that again. Mark Twain was not only America's greatest writer (Please don't even think about arguing that point with me); he was renowned as an exceptional speaker – and he proved it all over the world. 'A great speech has a great opening and a great ending,' explained Twain. 'The secret is to keep the two as close together as possible.' He also revealed another truth when, known among other things for his ability to speak brilliantly off the cuff, he used to say, 'It usually takes me about three weeks to write a good impromptu speech.' Which brings to mind the time one day when Winston Churchill was leaving Parliament and was approached by a woman on the street who asked him why he gave such a long speech. 'Because, Madam,' said Sir Winston, 'I didn't have time to write a short one.' To that end, for 15 years, I taught high-level communication. In that one-semester course, you were required to write five papers and deliver five oral presentations. Unlike most professors who seem impressed with size, I had no use for long papers (30 pages – really?). If you couldn't get your point across in four pages, you got your paper back. And if you thought your audience was still paying attention at the seven-minute mark, we had a discussion about that then and there. In 2010, the Library of Congress started archiving every single public tweet that was published on Twitter. They did so because they identified Twitter as the first major social change in human communication of the 21st century. It even retroactively acquired all tweets dating back to 2006. But the Library of Congress stopped on December 31, 2017. Why? Because tweets, they soon decided, are trash, plain and simple. (However, they do continue to archive selectively.) But the message was and still is clear. Give someone the chance to blather – and they'll take it. Most people's writing or public speaking is pointless, endless, and hopeless. And the major culprit in all of this is the internet, which lets us do anything we damn well please, imposing no limits, cost, discipline, or forethought. The internet, I've been lamenting for years is 'The place where people who have nothing to say, say it.' Get to the point, stay on point, and get off the point.
