AI is actually doing stuff right now - it isn't trending. Speaking to us, writing code, editing pictures - even sign language. Here are 5 brand new updates to show the future is now.

1. Claude gets a voice

5 of them really Anthropic's Claude now talks. You can speak with it and it will search Gmail, Docs, your calendar and the web. Like an assistant but without lunch breaks.

2. Google's SignGemma understands Sign Language

It's Google's most advanced model for translating American sign language into English. Big step for accessibility - and big step for tech-human empathy.

3. Perplexity Labs builds full projects for you

Need a report, spreadsheet or even a web app? Labs lasts ten minutes and gives complete results. Only for Pro users however wild.

4. FLUX.1 Kontext edits pictures using your words

Say " make the automobile red " - and also done. It's fast (up to 8x faster than others) and scary accurate. Meet your AI cousin, Photoshop.

5. Spatial raises USD 13M to turn text into 3D worlds

These devs are developing AI that understands geometry and physics from the jump. Would like to make a world out of words like The Sims? It is coming.

Which one blew your mind?Let me know which tool you'd try first - or even which one made your day easier. AI's moving quickly and this ride is just beginning.