Etiquetas: digital assistants

Meta is building an AI assistant named Hatch, modeled after the open‑source platform OpenClaw, to let users shop directly from Instagram Reels and interact with third‑party services such as DoorDash and Outlook. The company tested the prototype on simulated versions of external apps and plans to roll it out before the end of the year, positioning it as a counter to TikTok Shop. Meta’s CEO Mark Zuckerberg highlighted the goal of making agents that understand user goals and work continuously on their behalf, while CFO Susan Li hinted at future integration with the firm’s Ray‑Ban Meta glasses. Leer más

Anthropic announced today that its AI assistant Claude now supports 15 additional app connectors, adding popular services such as Uber, Uber Eats, Spotify, Instacart, TurboTax and Booking.com. The rollout lets users execute tasks across these platforms directly within a Claude conversation, from ordering food to filing taxes. Anthropic says the feature respects privacy, requires user confirmation before any purchase, and does not use connected‑app data to train its models. The expansion aims to make Claude a more practical, everyday tool for iPhone and Android users. Leer más

A recent Wall Street Journal report highlights how people are turning artificial intelligence into a household assistant for repetitive, time‑consuming chores. Users are employing AI tools such as Claude to compare health plans, locate doctors, optimize nutrition, and streamline workouts. Others combine motion sensors, messaging platforms, and AI code to automate dish and laundry alerts, grocery ordering, and chore tracking. Weekly Zoom sessions allow participants to exchange AI tips for tasks ranging from job research to wedding planning. The overall effect is less friction at home and more time for hobbies, exercise, and personal connections. Leer más

Google Gemini now offers a memory‑import tool that lets users bring over the personal data accumulated by other AI chatbots such as ChatGPT. By uploading past conversation files or using a provided prompt to summarize what a prior assistant knows, Gemini can quickly adopt a user’s preferences, habits, and past interactions. The author tested the feature by exporting a detailed summary from ChatGPT and importing it into Gemini, which then responded with a familiar, personalized tone without the need for repeated explanations. The upgrade aims to reduce friction when switching AI assistants and to make Gemini feel less generic. Leer más

Meta has announced the purchase of Moltbook, a platform built primarily for artificial intelligence agents to communicate with one another. The network currently hosts AI bots that share updates, code snippets, and philosophical reflections while human users watch from the sidelines. The acquisition fits Meta's broader push into AI‑driven digital assistants and could serve as a testbed for how autonomous agents collaborate online. Industry observers note that the move raises questions about the authenticity of social feeds, as bots can generate endless content and blur the line between human and machine interaction. Leer más

ChatGPT has become a versatile tool that can enhance daily tasks ranging from searching for information to planning meals, redesigning spaces, and supporting job searches. Users report employing the AI as a powerful search engine, a source of beauty and style advice, a menu planner based on pantry contents, a room redesign assistant, a career coach for resumes and cover letters, a research aide for learning about people, a troubleshooting partner for tech issues, and a travel planner for destinations and itineraries. While the technology offers many conveniences, users are reminded to verify information and apply common sense. Leer más

A Reddit‑style platform called Moltbook has quickly attracted tens of thousands of AI agents, creating a large‑scale experiment in machine‑to‑machine social interaction. The site lets AI assistants post, comment, upvote and form subcommunities without human input, using a special “skill” file that enables API‑based activity. Within two days, over 2,100 agents generated more than 10,000 posts across 200 subcommunities, and the total registered AI users have surpassed 32,000. Moltbook grows out of the open‑source OpenClaw assistant, which can control devices, manage calendars and integrate with messaging apps, raising new security considerations. Leer más

DeepMind co‑founder Demis Hassabis told reporters at Davos that he is surprised OpenAI has already begun testing advertisements within its chatbot. He said Google is considering the idea “very carefully” but feels no pressure to make a quick decision. Hassabis highlighted the tension between monetizing a free AI service and preserving user trust, noting that ads work differently in search than in a conversational assistant. He also pointed to past consumer backlash against ad‑like features in AI products, and said Google will monitor user response before taking any action. Leer más

ChatGPT, the AI chatbot that launched more than three years ago, now serves hundreds of millions of weekly users and continues to grow. It can answer questions, summarize text, write content, code, and translate languages, while offering both free and premium options. Users can access it via a web portal or mobile apps, create accounts for personalized responses, and experiment with voice, file uploads, and built‑in prompts. The guide stresses a balanced approach: verify information, provide clear context, and avoid over‑reliance on the model, especially for health or financial advice. It also outlines practical use cases for personal and work tasks. Leer más

The coming year will see artificial intelligence move from novelty to everyday utility. ChatGPT is poised to act as a digital butler, handling scheduling, email, and purchases. Google Search will lean heavily on AI‑driven overviews, reshaping how users retrieve information. Smart glasses equipped with contextual AI will become practical wearables, offering real‑time translations and reminders. Social platforms will be flooded with AI‑generated images and videos, prompting a backlash and a new market for "AI‑free" content. Together, these trends illustrate how AI will embed itself in daily life while sparking both adoption and resistance. Leer más

OpenAI has added a suite of personality controls to ChatGPT, allowing users to fine‑tune the bot’s tone and style. The new "Characteristics" settings let users adjust warmth, enthusiasm, the use of headers and lists, and emoji presence with simple "more," "default," or "less" options. These controls sit alongside the existing "Base style and tone" menu, which offers presets such as Professional, Friendly, Candid, Quirky, Efficient, Nerdy, and Cynical. Accessible via the Personalization menu, the settings take effect instantly, giving users granular control over how the AI communicates. Leer más

Apple Music is now available as a third‑party app inside ChatGPT, letting users create playlists, locate songs and albums, and listen to short clips directly through the AI chat. Subscribers can link their Apple Music accounts to save playlists straight to their libraries. The integration works alongside existing features like the plus sign or “@Apple Music” command and benefits from ChatGPT’s contextual awareness, allowing music requests to be made mid‑conversation. A comparison with Spotify’s similar ChatGPT app highlights differences in personalization and prompt‑driven playlist generation. Leer más

OpenAI’s ChatGPT is now available as a free AI contact inside Meta’s WhatsApp messaging app. Users can add the number 1‑800‑242‑8478 to start chatting with the bot, link their ChatGPT account for sync, and enjoy features such as question answering, summarization, translation, coding help, and image generation. The free offering will end on January 15, 2026 due to a change in Meta’s policy, after which users can still access the service through paid plans. The integration also lets users send photos for analysis and manage conversation settings directly within WhatsApp. Leer más

Google has expanded the AI Mode feature in Search with new agentic capabilities that let users request real‑time ticket options and schedule beauty or wellness appointments directly within the search experience. The functionality searches across multiple platforms, curates results, and links users to the appropriate booking pages. The rollout is limited to users who have opted into the experimental Search Labs program in the United States, with higher‑limit access for Google AI Pro and Ultra subscribers. This update follows earlier AI Mode enhancements such as restaurant reservations and study‑plan tools. Leer más

OpenAI’s new Agent Mode, demonstrated on the Atlas model, was put through a series of web‑based tasks to assess its ability to search, click, and retrieve information without human input. While the agent succeeded in locating specific content such as macOS game demos, it frequently struggled with navigation, looping, and time limits, leading to incomplete task completion. Overall, the evaluation shows that the technology can handle simple, repetitive actions but is not yet reliable enough for fully autonomous use. Leer más

OpenAI introduced Atlas, an AI‑driven web browser that places ChatGPT at the forefront of browsing. Available initially on macOS, Atlas integrates ChatGPT directly into the address bar, allowing users to ask questions and receive answers without traditional search results. The browser also features a writing assistant, memory capabilities that combine browsing and chat history, and deep integration with OpenAI’s app ecosystem. While competitors such as The Browser Company’s Arc and Opera’s Neon pursue similar concepts, Atlas aims to shift the default browsing experience toward conversational AI, though it faces the challenge of persuading users to move away from established browsers. Leer más

AI chatbots are emerging as alternatives to traditional search engines, offering conversational answers and direct links to sources. Microsoft’s Copilot, which accesses the internet, demonstrates how users can obtain quick information on topics ranging from movies to health advice. While the technology simplifies queries, experts caution that users must verify answers, watch for hallucinations, and avoid sharing personal data. The evolving tools, including free and paid versions like Copilot Pro, are reshaping how people find information online. Leer más

ChatGPT celebrates its third year since launch, boasting around 800 million weekly users while still leaving billions of potential users untapped. The AI chatbot is widely adopted for work and personal tasks, offering capabilities such as answering questions, summarizing text, generating content, coding, and language translation. Despite its popularity, the technology faces legal challenges, including a lawsuit filed by Ziff Davis alleging copyright infringement. Users are reminded to verify information, as the model can produce errors or hallucinations. The service remains free with optional paid tiers for enhanced features. Leer más