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At first glance, Microsoft Copliot looks like ChatGPT but lacks as many features. However, after spending some time with it, I discovered that it has a surprising number of underrated features that are absolutely worth trying.
https://www.makeuseof.com/microsoft-copilot-underrated-features…
Many of ChatGPT’s best features are locked behind its subscription paywall—which is why Microsoft Copilot stands out so much. Instead of forcing you to pay a monthly sub, Microsoft Copilot lets you access many of ChatGPT’s best features completely free.…
In the list below, adapted from my upcoming book on the use of AI in academic research, I’ve gathered some of the most effective AI-powered tools that can help you take your note-taking practice to the next level. These tools …
We have scoped out everything on Udemy and lined up a selection of standout ChatGPT courses to get you started. These are the best ChatGPT courses available to take for free this month:
https://mashable.com/article/free-chatgpt-courses-march-2025…
While experts say that AI holds great promise for improving math instruction, teaching foundational math skills remains the top priority in schools across the country.
Gemini can ‘see’ screens and camera feeds in real-time for some Google One AI Premium subscribers now.
We’ve already seen major tech shifts with the internet, smartphones, and cloud computing. But AI agents promise an even deeper transformation. These autonomous systems will revolutionize not just business, but also our daily lives, reshaping how we work, socialize, and …
After DeepSeek-R1, Chinese AI startups introduce Manus, an AI agent automating complex, time-consuming tasks. Despite high expectations, Manus may not fully justify its hype.
Taking notes during a meeting or an interview is normal, but if we’re honest, it’s also a hassle. It’s easy to miss important details while writing down other important details, and trying to write down notes during a conversation pulls …
Teachers like Chris Knight find that AI tools disrupt traditional learning and student engagement, causing students to skip critical thinking and struggle less with essential skills. However, experts like Steve Graham suggest AI can also deepen knowledge and critical thinking …
At the Halton District School Board, southwest of Toronto, instructional program leads Jamie Mitchell and Tamara Phillips are training teachers on several AI tools and having them experiment using the technology with students.
You can now do some Deep Research from right inside the chatbot.
https://www.popsci.com/diy/how-to-use-chatgpt-as-a-personal-ai-research-assistant…
Building a great presentation takes time—unless you have an AI assistant. PowerPoint’s Copilot helps with the manual labor so you can focus on nailing your delivery. It works, and I’m not going back.
After giving Duck.ai a trial run, I’m increasingly favoring it over Perplexity. Here’s why.
https://www.zdnet.com/article/duckduckgos-ai-beats-perplexity-in-one-big-way-and-its-free-to-use…
AI systems would ensure that students are evaluated based on actual competency rather than their ability to memorize information for a test.