AI Speaks for YOU 😳

ISSUE 004

Welcome to the 4th edition of Curious Hours

Meet Eleven Labs, your new friend in the world of audio tech. It's a cozy little corner where high-quality audio meets ease of use. With a neat pack of tools under its belt, Eleven Labs opens the door to a world where creating realistic voiceovers is as casual as having a chat over coffee.

It’s the go-to place for companies and curious minds looking to sprinkle a dash of audio magic on their projects. So, whether you're gearing up for a presentation or just tinkering around, Eleven Labs is where the good vibes roll.

No we’re not sponsored by Eleven Labs but instead we’re just huge fans of it. We even use it ourselves in our posts.

Using Eleven Labs is perfect for getting a professional sounding voice to Voice over a script or even a presentation. This being a generative tool is very simple to use and within a week you’re guaranteed to becoming a pro at using this.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

What is the ACTUAL point of Eleven Labs

• Voice Cloning and Text-to-Speech (TTS):

  • With just a snippet of audio, Eleven Labs' voice cloning technology crafts realistic voices, no training required.

  • Its TTS model swiftly turns text into pro audio, hitting the sweet spot with human-like intonation and emotions.

  • Companies are tuning up their presentations with this tech, either real-time or prepped in advance.

• Voice Lab and Projects Features:

  • Dive into the Voice Lab to explore voice styles, or hit up the Projects workstation to direct your narration like Spielberg.

  • Tailor the audio of work presentations ensuring a harmonic blend with visual and textual content.

• Ethical AI and Privacy Safeguards:

  • Eleven Labs stands tall with ethical AI usage, a shield against harmful misuse, while valuing user privacy.

  • A breath of fresh air for companies wary of the ethical maze in AI tech.

• Ease of Integration and Usage:

  • Integrating top-notch voice into work and breaking language barriers has never been easier.

  • Just feed in a video, pick a language, and voila, let the AI magic happen!

• Cost and Time Efficiency:

  • Slash the recording time and cost traditionally involved, a win-win for cost-effectiveness.

What we’ve been up too

We recently attended a fantastic event organised by the BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT, centered around the ins and outs of AI Consultancy. It was all about exploring the many ways companies are weaving Artificial Intelligence into their daily operations, highlighting the journey of adaptation amidst the fast-paced shifts in the tech scene.

On the panel was Adrian Hopgood, Professor of Intelligent Systems at the University of Portsmouth, also serving as the Director of Future & Emerging Technologies and the South Coast Centre of Excellence in Satellite Applications.

Among his numerous publications is the latest edition book. Explore further by clicking the link below:

PROMPT OF THE WEEK:

"I have come across the SMART criteria (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) for goal setting, but I am curious to explore other frameworks or methodologies that might be equally effective. Could you provide insights into alternative strategies or approaches for setting and adapting goals, especially in a rapidly changing environment? I am also interested in understanding how to maintain a clear focus on long-term objectives while being flexible with short-term targets. Any suggestions on tools or practices that could facilitate this process would be appreciated."

Use this prompt to maximise and strategise ways on how to make most of time and new ways to set short term targets and long term goals.

🤖 The quickest self-reflection ever 😂

Wrapping things up…

The magic of Text-to-Speech tech, especially the cool stuff from Eleven Labs, is really opening doors. It’s all about making things accessible for everyone, whether it’s people with visual impairments or just someone wanting to multitask. Plus, it’s a game-changer for making presentations flow better.

Eleven Labs takes it up a notch with their ethical approach and easy-to-use platform. So, as we step into what's next, TTS isn’t just about hearing text; it’s about making interactions smoother and more engaging. With Eleven Labs leading the charge, the future of digital chatter is looking pretty bright and we hope this edition brought some important information and was able to help you understand this sector of generative AI.

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QUESTION OF THE WEEK