Useful AI Tools

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This blog discusses powerful AI tools that can assist in content creation, visual design, idea generation, and more. These tools are ideal for entrepreneurs, marketers, content creators, and anyone looking to work more efficiently.

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Presentations and Pitches

Are you looking for a program to create professional videos? Then check out Gamma, Synthesia, or Heygen.

Gamma is an AI tool that helps you create professional presentations and pitch decks in a snap. For just $10 per month, you can generate slides and even websites in seconds. With over 20 million users, Gamma is one of the most popular tools for creating presentations. It’s ideal for entrepreneurs who want to quickly create marketing reports or visual presentations.

Synthesia and Heygen are tools that allow you to create an AI clone of yourself based on a short video of about two minutes. With this clone, you can generate videos without having to record yourself again. These tools are perfect for creating professional videos, such as news updates or training materials. One user even achieved over 30 million views on LinkedIn with an AI clone. The price varies per tool and usage.

Answers and Research

Perplexity is an AI tool that answers your questions and performs extensive “Googling” sessions. For $20 per month, it offers in-depth answers and helps find ideas for, for example, ghostwriting or content creation. It’s one of the best tools for finding answers quickly and accurately, better than Google or other AI models.

ChatGPT (https://chatgpt.com) is a versatile AI tool that can perform almost any task, from writing texts to generating ideas. For $20 per month, you get access to GPT-4, but it does require some knowledge of how to write good prompts. It’s the most advanced LLM (Large Language Model) on the market and can be used for a wide range of tasks. However, for specific tasks, such as writing, there are sometimes better alternatives.

My personal favorite remains Abacus AI (https://apps.abacus.ai), a platform that offers a wide range of AI tools, including ChatGPT, machine learning models, and advanced analytics. Abacus.ai enables users to build and deploy AI solutions for various applications, from chatbots to automated processes. The platform also provides powerful tools for data analysis, AI training, and model management, making it ideal for both businesses and developers seeking innovative AI solutions.

Other options include Claude AI and Liame. Claude AI is a powerful AI tool developed by Anthropic, which focuses on safety and ethics in artificial intelligence. It offers advanced language models that can be used for a wide range of applications, from chatbots to more complex tasks such as text generation and analysis. Liame is an AI platform that focuses on improving customer relationships and communication. It offers customized AI solutions for companies that want to improve efficiency in customer service and interaction, through conversational AI and automation. The platform can help deliver personalized customer service and optimize business processes.

Read my previous blog here about offline LLMs and how they work.

Design and Visual Elements

Canva is a simple tool for designing visual content, such as carousels, social media posts, and presentations. For $20 per month (Pro version), Canva offers a wide range of templates and design options. It’s user-friendly and ideal for both beginners and professionals who want to quickly create attractive designs.

Ideogram is an AI tool that generates images based on text. For $20 per month, you can easily create impressive visual content, such as illustrations or concept images. It’s a perfect choice for creative professionals who need high-quality visuals quickly.

Midjourney is an advanced AI tool for generating images. For $30 per month, it offers more control and detail than other tools. It’s the best choice for professionals who want to create high-quality and complex images and value precision and creativity.

Text and Writing

Undetectable.ai is a tool that helps write English texts that are not detected as AI-generated. This is ideal for content creators who want to use AI without it being noticeable. The price depends on usage, but it’s a valuable tool for anyone who wants to discreetly use AI.

Quillbot.com is an AI tool that rewrites, summarizes, and grammatically improves English texts. It offers both free and paid versions and is a handy tool for writers who want to improve or rewrite their texts. It’s especially useful for quickly adapting existing content.

Grammarly is a free tool (with a Pro version available) that checks grammar, spelling, and style in English texts. It’s an indispensable tool for anyone who wants to write error-free texts and appear professional.

AI Detection

AI Humanize is a tool that detects and humanizes AI-generated texts. This is especially useful for English texts that need to sound natural. Copyleaks offers a similar function but also focuses on plagiarism detection. With this tool, you can perform up to 10 scans per day in multiple languages. For Dutch texts, there are tools like Isgen, Smodin, and Scribbr.nl, which are specifically aimed at detecting AI-generated content in Dutch.

Also, read my previous blog on how AI can help you write research papers, business proposals, and more.

Video Generation

For video generation, we have tools like RunwayML, Pleng, Zenmo Mochi 1, Luma Dream Machine, and Minimax by HaloAI, which can generate videos from text, images, and existing videos, with realistic visuals and dynamic movements.

RunwayML is a powerful AI tool for video generation. With features like image-to-video, text-to-video, and video-to-video generation, it offers a wide range of possibilities. It can even mimic facial expressions, making it a versatile tool for creating professional videos. Pleng is another tool that generates videos from text and images, with a maximum length of 10 seconds. It’s free to try and offers affordable plans for extended use. Zenmo Mochi 1 is an open-source model that generates realistic videos from text. It’s ideal for creating lifelike videos. Luma Dream Machine supports both text-to-video and image-to-video generation and offers an additional keyframes feature. This makes it perfect for creating visually stunning videos. Minimax by HaloAI offers image-to-video generation with smooth and dynamic movements and is an excellent choice for high-quality videos.

Image Generation

For image generation, we have tools like Flux 1.1 Pro, Leonardo AI, ReCraft V3, Ideogram 2.0, and Stable Diffusion 3.5, which can generate images with artistic styles, high quality, and accuracy, with Stable Diffusion being an open-source model.

Flux 1.1 Pro is an AI tool that generates artistic and realistic images with excellent prompt accuracy. It’s ideal for creative projects and visual storytelling. Leonardo AI is a powerful alternative to MidJourney, with impressive features and daily free credits. It’s perfect for creating creative and unique images. ReCraft V3 generates stunning visuals with high accuracy, although prompt accuracy is sometimes lower. It’s ideal for visual content with a focus on details. Ideogram 2.0 offers up to 40 free images per day and is a great tool for creating artistic visuals. Stable Diffusion 3.5 is an open-source model that offers improved prompt accuracy and has strong community support. It’s perfect for developers and creatives who want to use open-source tools.

Free AI Image Generators

For free AI image generators, there are also other excellent options available. Bing Image Creator, powered by DALL·E 3, offers more than 25 fast generations per day. Playground 2.5 offers 50 free generations per day and delivers high-quality images. TensorArt even offers 100 free generations and a comprehensive AI suite for image generation. These free tools are ideal for users who want to create high-quality visuals at no cost.

With the tools mentioned above, you can optimize your workflow, boost your creativity, and save time. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, marketer, or content creator, there’s always an AI tool that fits your needs. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me.