NotebookLM Adds Creative Control!

Welcome back, folks.

The NotebookLM mobile app just got a serious upgrade with slide deck and infographic customization controls that were previously desktop only.

Choose between detailed decks or presenter slides right from your phone. Think this changes how you create presentations?

Let’s dive into the details. . .

Today in the “Incredible AI” world:

• NotebookLM Gets Creative Control, Finally

• AI Titans Clash During Super Bowl Ads

• China’s Robotaxi Wave Hits Massive Scale

• Create Stunning Presentations with AI

• 5 Super-Useful AI Tools You Should Try

• Top AI-Generated Image of the Day

Read Time: 4 minutes

- LATEST DEVELOPMENTS -

NotebookLM Gets Custom Slide Deck Controls:

Google’s NotebookLM just got a creative boost on mobile. You can tweak infographics and slide decks however you like now. This makes your AI visuals look exactly the way you envision.

Things to Know:

• What’s New In The App: NotebookLM’s mobile app now lets you edit infographics and slide decks right from your phone. A pencil icon unlocks design, narrative, and layout choices for both visual formats.

• Design Options Explained: For slide decks, pick between detailed text-rich decks or punchy presenter slides. You even choose length and style with simple toggles and prompts.

• Infographic Tweaks Too: Infographics are now fully configurable on mobile just like on web. You can adjust orientation, language, and even visual complexity on the go.

This update moves NotebookLM closer to a complete creative suite for research visuals. You don’t have to bounce to another app for slides or charts anymore. Now your AI-generated content fits both style and purpose.

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Anthropic and OpenAI Turn Super Bowl Into AI Roast:

The Super Bowl turned into an unexpected battlefield for AI brands this year. Two poster children of artificial intelligence went all-in with polar opposite commercials. The rivalry was as spicy as the game itself.

Things to Know:

• The Marketing Duel: Anthropic went full cheeky, mocking the idea of ads inside AI assistants. Their spot joked about ads popping up mid-conversation to sell ridiculous products.

• OpenAI’s Earnest Spin: OpenAI countered with a heartfelt story about a builder chasing dreams with Codex and ChatGPT. The tone was inspiring, not snarky.

• Altman Fires Back: Sam Altman found Anthropic’s humor funny but “dishonest” about what ChatGPT ads will look like, he said. He stood by OpenAI’s ad strategy.

This isn’t just about 30-second clips. It shows how fierce the fight for trust, users, and brand perception has become in AI. AI ads at the Super Bowl gave us more than laughs. They spelled out a fight for brand values and user hearts.

Toyota And Pony AI Launch Robotaxis Fleet:

Pony AI just flipped the switch on mass production for robotaxis with Toyota. A thousand autonomous cabs will hit Chinese streets this year. The company wants 3,000 of these things running globally by late 2026.

Things to Know:

• The Production Plan: Guangzhou-based Pony AI launched manufacturing of autonomous taxis developed with Toyota. The first 1,000 units roll out this year for top Chinese cities.

• Global Expansion Goals: Pony AI targets a 3,000-vehicle fleet across China and international markets by end of 2026. Toyota backs the venture as both investor and manufacturing partner.

• The Tech Behind It: These robotaxis run Level 4 autonomous driving, meaning no human intervention needed in most situations. Three firms in China now have regulatory approval for driverless operations.

This is what actual commercialization looks like, not just prototypes cruising around test zones. A major automaker teaming with an AI firm to ship thousands of units. The robotaxi future might actually be arriving on schedule.

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- AI TUTORIAL -

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• Instant creation

• Generates specific outline and slide content

• Easily edit your presentations with a drag-and-drop editor

• AI does the research, copywriting, and image generation

• It has a presentation coach inside giving you tips and tricks for your delivery.

• Chart library

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- DAILY POLL AND RESULT -

Today’s Poll:

Vote and find out the result tomorrow.

Yesterday’s Result:

Q) Should AI create content for social media?

• A) Yes, for engagement - 17%

• B) No, it lacks emotional connection - 83% 👑

- AI IMAGE OF THE DAY -

Animals Go Crazy in This Wild Obstacle Race:

Prompt:

"Create a chaotic 3D animated kids' short in a massive animal arena. A fierce tiger dominates an obstacle course, jumping ramps, dodging lasers, and swinging vines while exclaiming "Oh no!" and "Go go GO!" Colorful animals race around (gorillas flipping, elephants sliding, lions roaring). Angry Birds fire from a giant slingshot in the background. Vibrant, meme-filled style with funny fails and high-energy vibes."

Try this prompt in any decent AI image generator and let me know your result.

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