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Lucy by Curious Thing AI

Discover How AI Can Replace Your Voicemail and Answer Missed Calls - Perfect for Personal and Business Use! (zero cost, no credit card required)

• Let AI handle your missed calls & replace voicemail 

• Great for both personal and business use

Lucy is the world's first AI phone agent on the market, at absolutely no cost. It’s designed to revolutionize the way small businesses, marketing and support teams handle missed calls, replacing voicemail forever. With Lucy, no lead or client interaction falls through the cracks, enhancing both personal and business communication. Small marketing agencies can also use Lucy at no cost, instead of voicemail.

Key features:

• Unique offering: Lucy is the only free AI phone agent on the market, no credit card required

• Automate call handling: Lucy uses best in class conversational AI to answer missed calls, take messages, and provide immediate responses.

• Quick set up: Connect Lucy to your phone within 2 minutes, no coding or technical expertise required

• Widespread Availability: Now accessible in the US, UK, Canada and Australia

• Instant Summaries: Get call summaries via text and email so you’re always kept in the loop

• Complete Records: Access full transcripts and audio recordings

• Easy Sharing: Effortlessly share your website, online booking system and more

• Advanced Capabilities: New features are added regularly

• Coming soon: Multilingual Lucy and FAQs handling

Get started today 

(Upgrade to the paid version for AI call transfers and detailed conversation capture, just like having a virtual receptionist.)

TOP STORY

SAMSUNG UNVEILS EXCITING NEW LINEUP AT GALAXY UNPACKED JULY 2024

Samsung's latest Galaxy Unpacked event showcased an impressive array of new devices, with artificial intelligence taking center stage across the product line. Here's a rundown of the key announcements:

Galaxy Z Fold 6 and Z Flip 6
Samsung's flagship foldables have received significant upgrades. The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is thinner, lighter, and more durable than its predecessor, featuring an enhanced aluminum frame and improved scratch resistance. It boasts the latest Snapdragon 8 Generation 3 processor, a better camera system, and a host of AI-powered features.

The Galaxy Z Flip 6 also sees improvements, including increased RAM, an upgraded 50MP main camera, and enhanced durability. Both devices now carry an IP48 ingress protection rating, offering better protection against dust and water.

Galaxy Watch Ultra and Galaxy Watch 7
Samsung introduced its first premium-tier smartwatch, the Galaxy Watch Ultra, alongside the updated Galaxy Watch 7. These wearables come packed with advanced health-tracking features, including FDA-authorized sleep apnea detection. The Ultra model boasts impressive battery life, dual-frequency GPS, and enhanced water resistance.

Galaxy Ring
Entering the smart ring market, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Ring. This lightweight wearable offers 24/7 health monitoring without requiring a subscription. It seamlessly integrates with the Samsung Health app and other Galaxy devices, providing comprehensive health insights and AI-generated tips.

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro
Samsung's latest earbuds feature AI-powered capabilities beyond music playback. They offer real-time translation, adaptive noise cancellation, and improved voice call quality through machine learning algorithms.

All these devices are available for pre-order now, with general availability starting July 24. Samsung's focus on AI integration and enhanced durability across its product line demonstrates its commitment to innovation in the mobile technology space.

NEWS

Microsoft Gives Up Observer Seat in OpenAI Board, Apple Also Unlikely to Join

OpenAI Blocks LLM Access for Chinese Devs After ChatGPT Restriction in China

Beeble AI raises $4.75M to launch a virtual production platform for indie filmmakers

Every product Samsung unveiled at Unpacked July 2024: Galaxy Z Fold 6, Watch Ultra, Ring, more

AI Accelerates Detection of Drug-Resistant Bacteria

(Click the links to learn more) 

TOOL OF THE WEEK

OTIO.AI

OTIO.AI is a versatile AI-native workspace designed to simplify research and writing processes through its comprehensive suite of features.

Key Features:

Automated Summaries: Generate detailed, structured summaries from a variety of sources, including PDFs, YouTube videos, and web pages, allowing you to quickly grasp essential insights without extensive reading.

Interactive Document Chat: Engage in AI-powered conversations with your documents to extract specific information, making deep dives into research materials efficient and targeted.

AI Text Editor: Write, edit, and paraphrase with ease using OTIO’s advanced AI text editor, which helps craft well-grounded drafts and outlines based on your sources and desired tone.

Source Management: Import and organize your research materials automatically, ensuring easy access and streamlined workflows.

By leveraging Otio, researchers and students can dramatically enhance their productivity and focus on high-value tasks.

AI IMAGES OF THE DAY

DESIGNER ICE CREAM

PROMPT OF THE WEEK

CAMPAIGN PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS

You are a UX/UI designer and web strategist tasked with creating an engaging, user-friendly website for <company name>, a <brief description of company/service>. The goal is to design a site that effectively communicates the brand's value proposition, drives conversions, and provides an intuitive user experience for <target audience>.

Please outline a detailed website design and flow strategy covering the following key components:

Site Architecture & Navigation:

- Develop a clear, logical site map and navigation structure.
- Outline primary, secondary, and footer navigation elements.
- Discuss strategies for intuitive user pathways and information hierarchy.

Homepage Design:

- Detail key elements and sections for the homepage.
- Outline strategies for effectively communicating the brand's value proposition.
- Discuss approaches to engaging visitors and driving them deeper into the site.

Key Landing Pages:

- Identify critical landing pages (e.g., product/service pages, about us, contact).
- Outline essential elements and content for each key page type.
- Discuss strategies for optimising these pages for conversions.

User Flow & Journey Mapping:

- Create user flow diagrams for primary site objectives (e.g., making a purchase, signing up for a service).
- Outline strategies for reducing friction and streamlining user journeys.
- Discuss approaches to guiding users towards desired actions.

Call-to-Action (CTA) Strategy:

- Recommend primary and secondary CTAs for different page types
- Outline best practices for CTA design, placement, and messaging
- Discuss strategies for A/B testing and optimizing CTA performance

Visual Design & Branding:

- Develop a cohesive visual design system (color palette, typography, imagery).
- Outline how to incorporate brand elements consistently across the site.
-Discuss strategies for creating a memorable, on-brand visual experience.

Responsive Design & Mobile Optimization:

- Detail approaches to ensuring a seamless experience across devices.
- Outline key considerations for mobile-first design.
- Discuss strategies for optimizing site speed and performance.

Content Strategy:

- Recommend content types and formats for different sections of the site.
- Outline strategies for effective content organization and presentation.
- Discuss approaches to balancing informational and promotional content.

Interactive Elements & Micro-interactions:

- Identify opportunities for engaging interactive elements (e.g., calculators, quizzes).
- Outline ideas for subtle micro-interactions to enhance user experience.
- Discuss how to balance interactivity with site performance and usability.

Search Functionality:

- Detail strategies for implementing effective site search.
- Outline approaches to organizing and presenting search results.
- Discuss considerations for search auto-suggest and filtering options.

Accessibility & Inclusivity:

- Recommend strategies for ensuring WCAG compliance.
- Outline approaches to creating an inclusive design for all users.
- Discuss considerations for multi-language support if relevant.

Forms & Data Capture:

- Detail best practices for form design and user input.
- Outline strategies for progressive profiling and minimising form friction.
- Discuss approaches to GDPR compliance and data privacy.

Loading States & Error Handling:

- Recommend strategies for communicating loading states and progress.
- Outline approaches to clear, user-friendly error messaging.
- Discuss ideas for empty states and 404 pages

Analytics & Optimization:

- Identify key metrics and KPIs for measuring site performance.
- Outline strategies for implementing effective tracking and heat mapping.
- Discuss approaches to ongoing testing and iterative improvement

The website design and flow strategy should provide a comprehensive blueprint for creating an effective, user-centric online presence for <company name>. Ground all recommendations in UX best practices, current design trends, and target audience insights. Provide specific, actionable guidelines that balance aesthetic appeal with functional design and business objectives.

CHEAT SHEET OF THE WEEK

USE CASE OF THE WEEK

REFERAL PROGRAMME

Prompt: 

Create a comprehensive referral marketing program to leverage word-of-mouth and drive customer acquisition for our <product/service>. 

Develop a compelling incentive structure for both referrers and new customers. Design a frictionless referral process across various touchpoints (website, app, email, etc.). Create messaging and creative assets to promote the referral program. 

Outline strategies for identifying and nurturing potential brand advocates. Propose ways to gamify the referral experience and celebrate successful referrals. 

Finally, recommend tools for tracking referrals and measuring the program's ROI.

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CANVA TIP OF THE WEEK

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