a16z Podcast What You Missed in AI This Week (Google, Apple, ChatGPT)
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Jun 13, 2025 The conversation dives into the rapid evolution of AI-generated video, spotlighting Google's Veo 3 and its potential to revolutionize content creation. Exciting updates from OpenAI's Advanced Voice Mode showcase enhanced realism in voice interactions. Apple’s AI announcements are discussed, including Siri's limitations. The hosts reveal compelling data on how consumer AI startups are seeing unprecedented revenue growth. Plus, an innovative project demonstrates how AI can streamline the branding process, empowering creators to launch fully branded products effortlessly.
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VO3 Transforms AI Video Creation
- Google's VO3 model revolutionizes AI video by generating audio and video simultaneously from text prompts.
- It enables full-featured talking human videos with multiple characters in one place, broadening storytelling possibilities.
ChatGPT Voice Mode Gets Realistic
- ChatGPT’s advanced voice mode now includes natural speech features like hesitation and inflection.
- These subtle human-like touches make conversations with AI feel more engaging and relatable.
Apple Cautious on AI and Siri
- Apple’s AI updates remain cautious, focusing on features like real-time call translation.
- The company seems hesitant to launch a true intelligent personal assistant akin to Siri’s full potential.