As AI-generated content often requires human correction due to imperfections, freelancers in creative and technical fields are increasingly hired to fix or enhance AI outputs, highlighting a new niche driven by AI's current limitations and the ongoing demand for authentic human input.
Astropad has released a new iPad app called Astropad Slate, which allows users to control their Mac using an Apple Pencil. The app is currently in beta and is free to use. With Astropad Slate, users can use the Apple Pencil as a cursor, perform Mac functions, and even use the iPad as a pen tablet for creative work. The app supports various gestures and can be connected to the Mac via Wi-Fi, Peer-to-Peer networking, or USB cable.
The MacArthur Foundation has announced its new class of 20 MacArthur Fellows, who will each receive an $800,000 fellowship often referred to as the "genius" award. The fellows, who were anonymously nominated and recommended by an independent selection committee, come from diverse fields such as poetry, music, law, and environmental engineering. Many of the recipients were surprised and overwhelmed by the news, and while some are still considering how to use the financial award, others have already begun brainstorming plans to support artists and pursue their creative endeavors.
Apple is reportedly experimenting with larger iMacs, including a 32-inch version, for its future desktop line. However, development is still in the early stages, and it is unlikely that we will see a 32-inch iMac before the end of 2024. The company is also expected to release M3-powered iMacs by early next year. A larger iMac would appeal to users who prefer bigger screens and would benefit creative professionals who require a larger display for detailed work. Apple has not released a great iMac for professional creative work since the 27-inch iMac Pro, and this has been a disappointment for many users.