End your Reddit doomscrolling for good

Plus: your all-in-one AI

Welcome back! Ever wondered why our homes aren’t crawling with robots like in the sci-fi movies? Even after decades of innovation, most home robots are stuck doing basic tasks like vacuuming. 

From pricing challenges to functionality gaps, the journey to a truly smart home is complex. And while companies continue to try and crack the code, we’re still far from the seamless, all-purpose robot future we dream of. What do you think? Will we ever get there, or is it just a pipe dream? Hit reply and share your thoughts!

Find the best products through Reddit Scout

Reddit Scout summarizes top-rated comments across discussions to deliver the best picks in seconds.  

How it works: Simply enter a product or category, and Reddit Scout scours Reddit discussions to pull out the most useful, top-rated comments, presenting them in a concise, easy-to-read format. No more endless scrolling; get straight to the good stuff.  

Who it’s for: Ideal for busy shoppers and marketers who rely on crowdsourced opinions to help guide their purchases.  

Pricing: Free

Turn videos into animation-ready motion capture data with Quick Magic Mocap

Quick Magic Mocap uses AI to convert any video into motion capture data. 

How it works: Upload your video, and Quick Magic Mocap’s AI algorithms will identify key frames and generate smooth animation data. It’s perfect for anyone wanting to create animations without the cost and hassle of traditional mocap setups.  

Key features:  

  • AI automation: Automatically identifies key frames in animations, saving time and enhancing accuracy.  

  • Simpler setup: No need for professional venues or equipment; supports any video.  

Pricing: Freemium

Boost productivity and creativity with Chapple's AI-powered tools

Chapple provides an intuitive interface to generate content quickly.

How it works: Chapple is an all-in-one platform offering AI-powered content generation, including writing, image creation, coding, and more. It’s designed to streamline workflows across various domains. Whether you’re creating articles, graphics, or social media posts, Chapple has tools to enhance your creative output.  

Here’s the rundown:  

  • AI writing assistant: Generates engaging content for blog posts, marketing materials, and more.

  • Image generator: Creates custom images and graphics.

  • SEO optimization: Includes tools to improve search engine visibility and drive traffic.  

Pricing: Paid, with a 7-day free trial

Imagine a future where your business runs like a well-oiled machine, effortlessly growing and thriving while you focus on what truly matters.

This isn't a dream—it's the power of AI, and it's within your reach.

Join this AI Business Growth & Strategy Workshop and discover how to revolutionize your approach to business.

In just 4 hours, you’ll gain the tools, insights, and strategies to not just survive, but dominate your market.

What You’ll Experience:

🌟 Discover AI techniques that give you a competitive edge

💡 Learn how to pivot your business model for unstoppable growth

💼 Develop AI-driven strategies that turn challenges into opportunities

⏰ Free up your time and energy by automating the mundane, focusing on what you love

This is more than just a workshop—it's a turning point.

The first 100 to register get in for FREE. Don’t miss the chance to change your business trajectory forever.

Integrate cutting-edge AI into your business with Abacus.AI

How it works: Abacus.AI provides AI solutions for various business needs, such as demand forecasting, sentiment analysis, and AI-driven recommendations. Choose from pre-built AI models or create your own. Next, upload your data, train your model, and monitor performance in real-time, making adjustments as needed along the way. 

Use cases:

  • Retail: Enhance sales with AI-driven demand forecasting and personalized recommendations.

  • Finance: Improve security and financial planning with predictive modeling and fraud detection.

  • Customer service: Use advanced language AI to respond efficiently to customers.

Pricing: Paid, with options for enterprise and small team plans

Visualize your data creatively with Ideogram 2.0

Ideogram 2.0’s text-to-image generation allows you to create realistic images, graphics, and even typography designs.  

How it works: Start with a text prompt, and get a high-quality image. With styles ranging from Realistic to 3D to Anime, Ideogram 2.0 offers control over image style, color palette, and aspect ratio. The platform also includes an API for developers to integrate Ideogram’s capabilities into their own applications.  

Who it’s for:  

  • Graphic designers: Ideal for creating premium designs for greeting cards, posters, and social media content.  

  • Developers: Enhance applications and workflows with custom image generation using the Ideogram API.  

Pricing: Freemium, with subscription plans for premium features

On this week’s episode of The Next Wave, we sit down with Siqi Chen, CEO of Runway.com and a seasoned AI investor. We explore innovative AI businesses that entrepreneurs can pursue in 2024. We discuss:

  • Professional-grade AI tools for video production

  • Use of generative AI models

  • AI email categorization systems

  • Impacts of augmented reality

This is a great conversation you don’t want to miss! Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts.

That’s a wrap! The dream of a fully automated household may seem distant, but the conversation is just beginning. Will we ever see a robot that does more than vacuum? Let me know what you think!

—Matt (FutureTools.io)

P.S. This newsletter is 100% written by a human. Okay, maybe 96%.