In this live stream, the creator explores various AI influencer tools designed to generate realistic images and videos of oneself in different scenarios. The main focus is on testing platforms like Hicksfield, Korea, OpenArt, and MidJourney to evaluate their speed, realism, and usability for influencer content creation. The creator discusses the pros and cons of each tool, noting that Hicksfield offers superior camera movements and realistic outputs but is slower and more expensive, while Korea is much faster but produces less realistic images due to its reliance on the Flux model. MidJourney, although not specifically designed for personal likeness generation, is experimented with for style personalization but has limitations in face consistency.
The creator shares personal experiences with training AI models using their own photos, highlighting challenges such as limited high-quality images and the difficulty of achieving consistent likeness, especially with unusual camera angles. They also touch on the importance of having diverse and high-quality input images to improve AI-generated results. Upscaling tools like Magnific are tested to enhance image quality, but issues like unintended aging effects and facial feature distortions are noted. The creator emphasizes that while AI tools can produce impressive results, manual editing skills, such as Photoshop, are often necessary to fix imperfections and achieve professional-quality influencer content.
Video generation capabilities are also explored, with Hicksfield’s video features allowing for dynamic camera movements and creative scenarios like a face punch or eating a burger. The creator experiments with voice synthesis (VO3) integrated into videos, though the AI-generated voice does not yet match their own, which is seen as a limitation. The stream includes playful and creative prompts to test the AI’s ability to handle complex scenes, such as being punched in the face while eating, and the creator reflects on the balance between AI creativity and the need for human input to polish the final output.
Throughout the stream, the creator discusses broader industry observations, including the challenges of AI tool availability across regions, the limitations imposed by subscription models, and the ethical considerations around content originality and AI training data. They also comment on the evolving landscape of AI influencer content, comparing it to trends like VTubers, and suggest that success in this space requires not only technical skill but also creativity, entertainment value, and an understanding of social media algorithms. The creator expresses interest in continuing to explore and share insights on AI tools through future live streams and community engagement.
In conclusion, the creator finds Hicksfield to be the most promising tool for realistic AI influencer content due to its advanced features and quality, despite its higher cost and slower processing times. Korea is recommended for rapid prototyping and quick content generation, while open-source and other platforms offer more customization but require more effort and technical knowledge. The creator acknowledges that AI influencer content is still developing, with current tools providing a strong foundation but necessitating human creativity and editing to produce polished, engaging results. The live stream ends with an invitation for viewers to suggest ideas and participate in future sessions to further explore the potential of AI in influencer marketing.
