The video discusses the launch of ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode for paid users, highlighting its limitations and the ongoing unavailability for EU users, alongside the introduction of Llama 3.2 with new vision-capable models. It also covers Meta’s prototype AR glasses, industry updates including leadership changes and funding talks, and concludes with news of another departure from OpenAI, emphasizing the company’s continued leadership in AI advancements.
The video begins with the announcement of the release of ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode, which is now available to all paid users. This feature, initially demoed months ago, faced multiple delays before its launch. The presenter shares their experience testing the feature, noting that while it is impressive, it does not perform as well as the earlier demo. The voice mode struggles with slow speech and pauses, and it cannot make phone calls, which was a hoped-for use case. Additionally, users in the EU are unable to access this feature, and there is a daily limit of 30 minutes for usage.
Next, the video discusses the release of Llama 3.2, which introduces two new models with built-in vision capabilities: an 11 billion and a 90 billion parameter version. These models are designed to be drop-in replacements for Llama 3.1 without sacrificing text reasoning capabilities. Additionally, two smaller models (1 billion and 3 billion parameters) are optimized for on-device use, making them suitable for mobile devices and computers.
The presenter then highlights Meta’s new AR glasses, Orion, which are standalone and feature AI technology. These glasses resemble thicker Ray-Ban glasses and aim to provide augmented reality experiences without the bulk of traditional headsets. The Orion glasses include advanced features such as color correction, micro LED projectors, and a wristband for input, allowing for a more comfortable user experience. The glasses are currently in prototype stage, with plans for further development and optimization.
In the following segment, the video covers various updates in the AI industry, including Johnny Ive’s collaboration with OpenAI to create an AI hardware device and Anthropics’ funding talks that could value the company at $40 billion. The video also mentions a leadership shuffle at Microsoft AI, with Mustafa Suleiman taking charge, and James Cameron joining Stability AI’s board of directors, indicating a growing intersection between Hollywood and AI technology.
Finally, the video wraps up with updates from Boston Dynamics, Google DeepMind, and OpenAI’s plans for a revamped version of their text-to-video product, Sora. The presenter notes that while many companies are making strides in AI, OpenAI continues to lead the pack. The video concludes with news of another departure from OpenAI, as Mira Mora announces her exit after six and a half years, leaving Sam Altman as one of the remaining key figures in the organization.