Yes, I'm still playing with AI ... in the shallow end, that is.
I've included a few of my favorite creations here. But first!
As some of y'all know, I may be the least tech-savvy creature ever to walk on two legs.
Imagine my surprise when I accidentally happened on a newsletter targeting like-minded folks. I want Real Answers to first world challenges, conveyed in easy-to-understand language.
Enter Kim Komando (komando.com) who specializes in digital lifestyle, security and technology tips.*
This, for instance, is what initially hooked me. "Some apps on your phone are listening. You said they could."
(Excerpting) --
https://www.komando.com/news/devices/is-facebook-spying-on-you-the-truth-is-way-worse-than-a-microphone
Because I'm old and boring, I'm not unduly alarmed. Nevertheless, I think Kim imparts some good advice.
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I don't suppose Friday Fotos is still a thing, but here are a few of my AI creations.
I was so infatuated when Pam shared one of her calendar pages.
So I put Macie Ann on the path -- inviting me to, "Come'on mom!"
Here's another.
Have you ever wished you could transport yourself into a certain scene ... something that checks all your boxes?
Before
... and after
"All I want is a room somewhere ...."
Last,
What may be my father's most cherished possession, his grandfather clock. I asked AI to include him in an image of Troy, Chloe and Penelope.
I just like to share good stuff with my friends.
I NEED TO TAKE TIME TO PLAY TOO!
ReplyDeleteI copied Kim's address.
Yes, I did know the phone listened to you and there is something you can turn off on your phone to change that.
I love y our photos.
And I am the worst at technology.
Have a good weekend. sandie
Her daily newsletter doesn't always contain stuff I'm especially interested in ... but I figure if I even find one gem (tip), it's worth the read.
DeleteI have been talking to Bob while drawing on iPad and suddenly, what we were talking about pops up with Siri saying I did not understand what you want me to do with this. they all listen, including Alexa and all the streaming apps
ReplyDeleteI think that's funny. Good thing I've a clean conscience!
DeleteWhat fun AI images!
ReplyDeleteWe have Alexa devices all over our house (TheHub's idea) No telling what she hears me say!
Me, too! 😄
DeleteWow. I might do something like that for Laydee. Then again, it's still too raw for me. Yesterday I found one of her toys under the sofa...I can bring myself to wash off her nose art on the slider.
ReplyDeleteI haven't noticed - other than ads after I've looked or searched something I want. It doesn't surprise me. We're living in the future.
Believe me, I understand. Some days are better than others.
DeleteOH my! I LOVE what you did with these pictures...Macie Ann on the path to the old cabin calling for you to follow...oh my! And then you on that porch/room, looking so cozy and beautiful and relaxed...that is amazing, but the most amazing is adding your father in with the photo of the Grandfather clock and the children/baby! OH, that is enough to bring tears to my eyes! I don't know how you did that, and I really don't think I want to know, or else I'll never get anything else done...but THIS was wonderful!! Thank you for sharing these special pictures with us. I loved every bit of it. I will look at my cabin calendar photos a lot differently from now on! You really brought it to life!
ReplyDeleteAw, thank you! It's really easy -- just go to Chatgpt.com and follow the prompts. Because I only get 3-5 complimentary tries every 24 hours, that keeps me from disappearing down the rabbit hole.
DeleteI think your AI creations are fabulous, Myra! There are some fun things you can do with this tool, but the listening in? That makes me totally uncomfortable. Danny bought us some pouches to protect our phones from just that, but I'm always forgetting to use them. Kim Komando's site certainly would be worth the look. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteGreat idea! I want to get one of those pouches.
DeleteThere is one catch, though. If you put your phone in the bag, you won't get any signal at all. It's like you've gone completely off the grid!
DeleteWow Myra, that AI picture of you at the cabin is a real wall hanger. I love everything about it. It really shows your personality. And the picture of your family and the precious clock is so heart warming.
ReplyDeleteI sure do agree with you on the "Peaking FaceBook" Nothing is private any more! Ears are really always listening. Its like "1984" all over again.
So my resolve is to live Life to My fullest and enjoy.
Have a great weekend.
Sue
I love that resolve!!!
DeleteI think Kim Komando is a treasure. I have learned so much from poking around her site.
ReplyDeleteMe, too!
DeleteI love the photos you created. Real art.
ReplyDeleteYes, I've heard that cell-phones and other appliances listen to you whilst at home. Also smart TVs where you tell them to change the channel or change the volume - they listen too.
I enrolled for a keep fit course on TV. One day I was a little late so I got changed quickly into my keep-fit clothes. When I finished, the whole class watching me on TV started applauding. Apparently my TV was filming me and broadcasting it to the class.
God bless.
Hahahaha!
DeleteOh, you are having great fun, and great success, with your AI creations! It is fun!! I have followed Kim Komando for years (at least a dozen). She is great at explaining technology and offering fixes for things we really need. I so enjoyed my visit here with you, Myra! Have a blessed weekend!! xo
ReplyDeleteI can't believe she's from Phoenix and I only 'discovered' her recently.
DeleteI love your images, Myra! which Ai program do you use? I would love doing something like you did with Macie Ann.
ReplyDeleteIt's the only one I know, Pam. Chatgpt.com
DeleteSo true. We need to be careful where we step.
ReplyDeleteWow! Nice job!
ReplyDeleteThank you!
DeleteWow, cool. Funny thing is that my husband said something about his phone listening. lol---wishing you a beautiful day, Myra.
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DeleteThe photos are so much fun! My phone definitely listens to me.
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DeleteAI is an abomination, it's taking humans' jobs, AI slop is polluting Pinterest and human creativity is squashed by mass produced garbage. Tech billionaires are up frontnabout making humans obsolete so as to make even more billions...and don't get me started on military applications. People shouldn't be feeding the monster.
ReplyDeleteWell, bless your heart.
DeleteOh wow Myra. I did some research and it is very scary how much of our information is known out in the world. I was surprised to read that our cards at the grocery stores sales our information to health agencies...like the types of foods we buy. This has opened my eyes and I want to keep reading so I can be more educated. Neat how you were able to add your dad into the photo.. Thanks for sharing this important information ...
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DeleteYou did a good job. I like what you did.
ReplyDeleteI am not a fan of AI because I'm concerned for children like James growing up with it. I don't plan on trying it out.
Yes, parents and grandparents need to be careful!
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