Another week another generative AI comparison. Today it’s reigning champ versus the offering from a little upstart named Google called ImageFX. I’m still shocked they went with the most generic name possible for their most advanced work. ImageFX comes out of Google’s AI Test Kitchen. One interesting feature of ImageFX are the option for changing…
Midjourney vs. Flux: A Deep Dive into AI Image Generators
Midjourney vs. Flux: Which AI Image Generator Truly Shines? In the fast-paced world of AI image generation, Midjourney has been the top dog for ease of use and quality of output. I’ve been seeing articles comparing and Flux. While Midjourney has been praised for its stunning, lifelike visuals, Flux has made headlines for its speed…
Thinking of Moving or Visiting Vermont? Take This Quiz to Find Out if It’s Your Perfect Match!
Are you dreaming of picturesque landscapes, charming small towns, and a sense of adventure, at least when it comes to climate? You probably are. Maybe just for a weekend but if you are like us, you could be thinking let’s go to Vermont permanently. Whether you’re contemplating a move or planning a visit, Vermont offers…
Comparing ‘Longlegs’ to ‘Carnival of Souls’: A Deep Dive into Supernatural Horror
Today, we’re diving deep into the eerie worlds of “Longlegs” and the cult classic “Carnival of Souls.” We’ll be exploring the thematic connections and the chilling similarities between these two films. So, if you’re a fan of psychological horror and supernatural thrills, these are must-see films. “Longlegs,” directed by Osgood Perkins, is a 2024 horror…
5 Free Online Word Games Like Connections to Challenge Your Vocabulary and Pattern Recognition Skills
A while back, I ranked the NY Times Games, with Connections as my favorite. I’m slightly obsessed with the game and enjoy it most when the puzzle makers seem to be going out of their way to frustrate us. I don’t like it when it’s easy but also walk away. If you are mildly obsessed…
Vermont Extended Universe: How I Like My Coffee
I’ve never considered myself an environmentalist. I mean I do my part. I recycle my Amazon boxes and use a reusable water bottle. I don’t care about my carbon footprint. I’m not a cargo ship, there’s only so much one person can do to help air or water. Then I met Juniper. Twice a year…
Exploring RunwayML’s Ability to Mimic Iconic Movie and TV Scenes: Matrix, Winnie the Pooh and Game of Thrones
We tested RunwayML Gen 3 a couple a weeks ago. Today, I wanted to experiment to see how well RunwayML can replicate iconic scenes from movies and TV shows. Our subjects? The neon-lit cyberpunk world of The Matrix, the intricate clockwork intro credits of Game of Thrones, and the charming 2D animation of Winnie the…
Mirrors of the Self: Exploring Duality and Identity in ‘Us’ and ‘The Vanishing’
Today, I posted a video examining two psychological thrillers about duality and hidden identities. Two films that brilliantly explore these themes are Jordan Peele’s “Us” and George Sluizer’s “The Vanishing.” Us is an underrated gem and The Vanishing is a classic that Kubrick himself thought was terrifying. Though they’re separated by decades and differ in…
Declutter Your Home and Mind with the Kakeibo Method
Do you have too many things? You have a minimum of two junk drawers jammed with expired coupons, playing cards, legos, and unclassifiable items you can’t toss in the rubbish because it must fit somewhere. If you are like us you have a basket or two with letters, keys, and indecipherable notes that was intended…
Claude 3.5 vs ChatGTP 4o.- Michael Jordan vs. LeBron James: The Ultimate GOAT Debate
If I didn’t drain enough resources Saturday pitting Claude against ChatGTP to debate god’s existence, I thought let’s include another power hopping LLM to the next argument. As I saw a political discussion about a controversial topic can be had if basically, both parties don’t care they can only process information, formally known as facts….