AI robots learn parkour, the best music generator (yet), AlphaFold 3, & more!
Welcome to the AI Search newsletter. Here are the top updates in AI this week.
Apple’s deal with OpenAI to add GPT to iPhone
Apple is nearing a deal with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT features into the next iPhone operating system, iOS 18. This move is part of Apple's broader push to bring artificial intelligence capabilities to its devices. While the terms are being finalized with OpenAI, Apple has also held talks with Google about potentially licensing Google's Gemini chatbot, though no agreement has been reached yet.
Elevenlabs previews their music generator
Here’s an early preview of ElevenLabs Music. All of the songs were generated from a single text prompt with no edits. Spoiler alert: It destroys Udio & Suno. This seems to be the best AI music generator yet.
AI robots learn parkour
The key novelty lies in training a unified policy that can autonomously select and execute different parkour maneuvers without relying on any motion priors. The researchers demonstrate that their approach can train zero-shot sim-to-real policies capable of performing parkour at 1.0m/s speed on a humanoid robot while being transferable to mobile manipulation tasks as well.
Robot helps feed people with severe mobility issues
Researchers have developed a robotic system that can feed people with severe mobility limitations, such as those with spinal cord injuries, cerebral palsy, and multiple sclerosis. The system uses computer vision, machine learning, and multimodal sensing to safely feed individuals who require food to be placed directly into their mouths. The robot is equipped with a custom-built utensil that can sense forces applied to it, allowing it to detect and respond to users' interactions.
uPix AI
uPix is an AI Selfie Generator that allows users to turn into anyone in just one click. Select from a vast array of templates, ranging from superheroes to business portraits, and even anime characters. The AI is fine-tuned to produce ultra-realistic, high-resolution photos.
AlphaFold 3 is out, and it’s revolutionary!
AlphaFold 3, a groundbreaking AI model that can accurately predict the structure and interactions of all life's molecules, including proteins, DNA, RNA, and ligands. This model takes a significant leap beyond its predecessor, AlphaFold 2, by predicting the interactions of proteins with other molecule types with at least 50% improved accuracy. AlphaFold 3 has the potential to transform our understanding of the biological world and drug discovery, and scientists can access its capabilities for free through the newly launched AlphaFold Server.
Breakthrough AI approach mimics human motion with stunning accuracy
Researchers have developed a novel approach that combines central pattern generators (CPGs) and deep reinforcement learning (DRL) to imitate human motion with remarkable accuracy. This method not only generates walking and running movements but also enables smooth transitions between them, even on uneven surfaces. By leveraging the structure of CPGs and reflex neural networks, the AI-CPG method achieves unprecedented adaptability and stability in motion generation, paving the way for significant advancements in robotics, with potential applications across various industries.
Kits AI
Kits.AI is AI platform designed specifically for modern creators in the music industry. It offers a variety of powerful tools to generate, customize, and share artificial voices. Users can alter their voices using AI models of famous artists’ voices licensed from a library. Its advanced AI engine can generate melodies and harmonies, and even suggest instrumentation based on user inputs. This unique blend of AI voice generation and training tools enables musicians and producers to transform their inspiration into reality.
Revolutionary glasses combine AI and holography for augmented reality
Researchers at Stanford have developed a prototype augmented reality headset that uses holographic imaging and AI to display full-color, 3D moving images on the lenses of regular glasses. Unlike bulky headsets, this compact and comfortable device provides a visually satisfying 3D viewing experience, overcoming technical barriers through AI-enhanced holographic imaging and nanophotonic device approaches.