By now you've probably heard of Google's latest project VLOGGER – an AI model that can create a sophisticated animated avatar from a still image. While it's still in the early research phase, I'll admit that VLOGGER initially filled me with a little bit of existential dread. But since learning more about the project – consider me converted.and set for world domination.
The proposed AI model can edit existing video content, with the ability to change a subject's facial expressions. This is also game-changing for dubbed content, as the AI can match the new speech pattern of the translated audio, avoiding that distracting dubbed video effect. Having technical difficulties in your online meeting? VLOGGER can create a virtual stand-in to narrate your audio .
While I'm always cautious at the announcement of new AI technologies, I'm excited to see how VLOGGER evolves – although I think the name is somewhat diminishing. Yes, it could produce a slew of soulless, video content tools are evolving at a rapid rate, and I'm excited to witness this new era of innovation. Daily design news, reviews, how-tos and more, as picked by the editors.