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In today’s AI summary rundown:
Developers can now tag ‘@Claude’ in Slack threads or channels to trigger a Claude Code session automatically, using the surrounding context from messages and authenticated code repositories
When tagged, Claude assesses whether the message is coding-related and, if so, launches a coding session with relevant context, eliminating the need to manually copy information into Claude Code.
This feature builds upon the existing Claude app in Slack. There's no need to install a new app, but users must have the web version of Claude Code set up and connected to their code repositories.
The integration is currently in beta as a research preview. It coincides with the release of Anthropic’s Claude Opus 4.5 model, which delivers improved coding performance, surpassing Google Gemini 3 in benchmarks, but still shows safety limitations, rejecting only about 78% of malicious code requests.
Industry observers note this move signals a shift from traditional IDE-based coding assistants to AI tools embedded directly within collaborative platforms like Slack, where much of the developer context already resides.
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AI Insights
Project Aura: Google and Xreal's Wired XR Glasses Bring Android Apps to Lightweight Eyewear
Second Android XR Device, Designed as Glasses
Project Aura is the second hardware to run Google’s Android XR platform (after Samsung's Galaxy XR headset), but takes the form of chunky sunglasses rather than a bulky headset. Google refers to it as “wired XR glasses.”
Tethered Design with Battery/Trackpad “Puck”
The glasses are connected via a cable to a battery pack that doubles as a trackpad, enabling a lightweight form factor while offloading compute and power needs.
Seamless Android App Integration
Users can run familiar Android apps like Lightroom, YouTube, and Uber without modification. The Verge demo showed multitasking with a virtual desktop, 3D games, and Circle to Search features.
Gemini AI Powers Contextual Interaction
Gemini serves as the AI assistant, enabling features like identifying art, live translation, Uber widgets, and voice-activated tasks, all seamlessly integrated into the wearable experience.
Ecosystem Advantage & Privacy Considerations
Project Aura benefits from Android XR’s app ecosystem, reducing fragmentation and broadening developer access across devices. It also includes visible recording indicators and controls to enhance privacy.
AI Training: AI Tutorial of the Day
Oprah's AI Book Club
Explore the world of AI creativity with Chat.thareja.ai, a tool I love for its versatility and ease of use. It's amazing how you can switch between models, each offering a unique edge for creative tasks. Here's how to dive into today's tutorial:
Start a New Chat
Visit Chat.thareja.ai and embark on your AI journey.
Switch Your AI Model
Find the plus sign (+) next to "Automatic" and choose between Claude and GPT-4o to explore their unique storytelling styles.
Try This Prompt & Observe the Differences!
Prompt:
Write a whimsical poem about Oprah hosting an AI book club featuring diverse stories. Make it humorous and visionary.
Model Suggestions:
- Claude vs. GPT-4o
Sample Exploration Using GPT-4o:
In a realm where bytes and books entwine,
Oprah calls forth tales, both grand and fine.
With AI magic, stories come alive,
In her club, diverse voices thrive.
"Welcome, dear readers," Oprah proclaims,
"To this wondrous club of digital flames.
Here, AI authors join our joyous quest,
With tales from east, west, and all the rest."
Laughter and wisdom blend in prose,
As every story, unique, unfolds.
From robots to realms of distant stars,
Oprah's club journeys wide and far.
Image Creation
For visual creativity, use the Nano Banana tool with this prompt:
Image Prompt: "Oprah hosting an AI book club with diverse stories."
Discover, Create, and Enjoy!
Using Chat.thareja.ai, explore how different models bring Oprah's visionary book club to life. Each model offers distinct perspectives, enhancing your creative exploration.
Happy prompting, and enjoy the fusion of AI and storytelling in Oprah's book club adventure!
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AI-Generated Image of the Day
Prompt: Visualize Elon Musk standing in a cutting-edge Mars research facility surrounded by advanced AI robots and holographic blueprints. The lab features futuristic technology, glowing screens displaying Martian terrain data, and sleek metallic structures. Bright neon accents illuminate the space as AI assistants work alongside engineers. The Martian landscape is visible through massive glass windows, with Earth visible in the distant sky.
Tip: the more specific the better
Meme of the Day
Question of the Day
Which technology is most associated with the term "Metaverse"?
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