# TestingCatalog #204

**Published by:** [TestingCatalog](https://paragraph.com/@testingcatalog/)
**Published on:** 2024-02-25
**Categories:** ai, web3, web2
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@testingcatalog/testingcatalog-204-new-features-to-try

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Greetings, testers! This month has been as bustling as January, if not more, brimming with thrilling news and opportunities to delve into novel experiences. This edition particularly highlights topics enriched with unique user experiences, marked distinctly with a 🔥 emoji. As many of you are aware, embracing new experiences can enrich our lives, urging us not to shy away from exploring new apps and features! The AI sector continues to dominate, outpacing the other areas TestingCatalog covers, namely Web 3.0 and Web 2.0, by a significant margin. Each week, we witness the launch of innovative products offering AI-based experiences previously beyond our reach. The forefront runners in AI development, OpenAI and Google, are in a constant tussle. For instance, the recent preview of videos generated by the SORA model from OpenAI has been the talks, although SORA remains out of our reach for now. Meanwhile, Google has made waves with its new Gemma model, boasting an expansive context window capable of processing vast amounts of information, with initial tests already showing promising outcomes.Let's dive into the details and explore the latest updates below 👇Newsletter GuideHere's your guide on how to make the most out of this newsletter:🤳 Gear up with your mobile phone and desktop devices.📩 Scan through the newsletter, picking out the apps that pique your interest.🔥 Keep an eye on the "hot" emoji to identify the hottest user experiences.👀 Dive deeper into our TestingCatalog posts to discover how to put these apps to the test.📲 Roll up your sleeves and try them out yourself!AIIn the AI domain, this month has been bustling with notable innovations and updates, especially with new products like Arc Browser making a splash. Launched initially for iOS users at the start of the month and followed by a significant update, Arc Browser distinguishes itself not just through its unique user experience but also its AI-powered functionalities. One of its standout features, "Browse for Me" allows users to conduct searches and receive a summarized web page on the topic instantly, bypassing conventional search engines. Another recent addition, "Pinch to Summarize," enables users to condense any webpage into a summarized card by simply pinching the screen, ideal for those moments when reading a full article isn't feasible. Meanwhile, in the ChatGPT sphere, there's been a flurry of minor releases and leaks. Recent updates include an enhancement to the GPT Store, introducing five-star ratings and a revamped About page. Additionally, a memory feature has been selectively rolled out, offering a glimpse into future capabilities, though widespread access remains pending. An intriguing development on the horizon is ChatGPT's venture into voice conversations for web, anticipated to mirror the functionality available on mobile platforms. Google's journey through the month has been a mix of highs and lows, marked by the addition of image generation capabilities to Bart, subsequently rebranded as Gemini, only for the feature to become inaccessible to EU users, an issue that's yet to be resolved. Despite these challenges, Google has pushed forward, releasing the Gemini app for Android and integrating it into the iOS Google app, though not available in the EU yet. The competitive landscape of AI engines is also witnessing the arrival of new players. Huggingface has introduced a beta version of its open-source assistant, presenting an alternative akin to custom GPTs. Furthermore, ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok, has entered the fray with Coze, a platform designed for creating AI bots, signaling its foray into the expanding realm of AI assistants. Arc Browserhttps://www.testingcatalog.comArc Browser's AI-driven experience takes iOS users by stormExplore the AI-driven Arc Browser for iOS, redefining web experience with one-tap searches and smart summaries. Try it now for a seamless, efficient browsing.🔥 Arc Browser's AI-driven web experience takes iOS users by storm🔥 Arc Browser released Pinch-to-Summarize feature on iOSChatGPThttps://www.testingcatalog.comGPT Store now has new About pages, and 5-star ratingsDiscover the revamped GPT Store: link Github, LinkedIn on profiles, rate GPTs, and explore enhanced about pages. Experience the update now!How to Enable 'Always Expand Code Output' in ChatGPT: A Guide for Developers🔥 [Update: Rolling Out] ChatGPT will soon let you talk with many custom GPTs at onceCustom GPT's "about" pages now accessible to all usersICYMI: ChatGPT's experimental feedback UI aims to streamline user responsesChatGPT rolls out GPT Store for Android beta usersWIP: ChatGPT is working on an editing feature for DALL-E-generated imagesICYMI: Meta and OpenAI embrace C2PA standard to label AI-generated images with new metadataOpenAI keeps working on GPT ratings and teases social profilesChatGPT for Android beta now supports 5-star ratings under an A/B testChatGPT is testing allowlist and blocklist for news websites (full domains dump)ChatGPT's new auto-read feature rolled out for Android users🔥 OpenAI rolls out memory feature for selected GPT usersChatGPT may soon get voice mode on the web: leaked feature hints at speech settings🔥 GPT Store now has social links, new about pages, and 5-star ratingsGeminihttps://www.testingcatalog.comGemini by Google now globally available on Android devicesExplore the Gemini AI app, now globally available on Android. Unlock new AI powers by updating your Google app today.🔥 Google Bard now lets you effortlessly generate imagesGoogle's Bard to be rebranded as Gemini: What we know so farGemini takes over Bard: Google's AI with a dedicated Android app🔥 Gemini is rolling out globally on AndroidGemini is aiming to get Python execution on Advanced plans and data protection for WorkspacesCopilotMicrosoft Copilot introduces new widgets and image enhancementsICYMI: Microsoft SwiftKey introduced the Copilot shortcut on AndroidCoze🔥 ICYMI: ByteDance's Coze: A new frontier in AI bot creation to rival ChatGPTHuggingfaceHuggingface rolls out Beta version of its open-source AssistantsLeonardoAILeonardo AI introduces Glasscore style filter elementPerplexityICYMI: Perplexity can show a live map for local searchesWeb3In the quieter sphere of Web3, a noteworthy development came from Magic Eden, a renowned cross-chain NFT marketplace that launched its wallet extension. This extension, known for its seamless functionality, encompasses all the anticipated features of a digital wallet while providing comprehensive support for various chains including Solana, Ethereum, and Bitcoin. Users of the extension can enjoy browsing NFTs, token swapping, among other functionalities, directly within the wallet.Magic Eden further engaged its community by conducting a retrospective airdrop of diamonds, which not only offer benefits on its marketplace but also fuel speculations regarding their necessity for future airdrops. In a parallel stride within the Solana ecosystem, Wrapcast, the leading client application for Farcaster, integrated support for Solana wallets. Initially compatible solely with the Phantom wallet, this integration marks a significant step towards broader Solana support within the app.An intriguing surge was observed in the domain of Worldcoin, correlating with OpenAI's announcement of its Sora text-to-video model. The price elevation of Worldcoin is primarily attributed to its positioning as a countermeasure against deepfakes, a pertinent issue given Sora's groundbreaking capabilities in AI-generated content. This development has notably increased the value of WLD token grants, which are distributed free to users, now nearing a valuation of 1,000 euros, highlighting the dynamic interplay between AI advancements and Web3 valuations. Magic Edenhttps://www.testingcatalog.comMagic Eden rolls out a multi-chain wallet browser extensionExplore the innovative multi-chain wallet by Magic Eden with NFT support and dynamic balance tracking for a seamless experience.🔥 Magic Eden rolls out a multi-chain wallet browser extensionICYMI: Magic Eden rolls out retroactive diamond drop for OG usersICYMI: Magic Eden wallet introduces NFT minting feature, with a free Claynosaurz dropMirrorMirror integrates Polygon for NFT minting, offers a new default setting optionSolsniperICYMI: Sol Sniper introduces a feature to clean up unwanted NFTsPhantomPhantom Wallet rolls out 'Wallet Watcher' to monitor SOL, ETH, and BTC walletsWorldapphttps://www.testingcatalog.comWorldcoin free grants value soars to 800$ after Sora AI announcementDiscover how Worldcoin's $WLD grants reach $1k with Sora AI's surge. Explore OpenAI's humanity-proof blockchain vision.Worldcoin free grants value soars to 800$ following OpenAI's Sora AI announcementWrapcastWrapcast rolls out a dedicated trending feed for popular framesICYMI: Warpcast gradually rolling out video support for casts🔥 Wrapcast integrates Solana wallets, starting with Phantom compatibilityWeb2Transitioning to our longstanding topic of Web 2.0 and apps, an interesting update came from BlueSky, which has opened its doors wider by removing the invite requirement for new accounts. However, this development has been met with mixed reactions, as many believe that BlueSky's decision came too late, resulting in a loss of initial momentum. This is in stark contrast to Threads, Meta's response to Twitter, which has gained considerable traction in a short span of time.At TestingCatalog, we've been closely observing and engaging with the Threads app, and an interesting observation has emerged from our experiments. Despite having a relatively modest follower count of 150 on Threads, the engagement in terms of likes is comparable to that on X (formerly known as Twitter), where TestingCatalog boasts a follower base of 3k 🤯For those intrigued by the evolving landscape of social media and interested in exploring new platforms, we encourage you to join TestingCatalog on Threads 🙌 TelegramTelegram rolls out Saved Messages 2.0 to all usersTelegram beta simplifies channel boosting and contact management on AndroidTwitterhttps://www.testingcatalog.comTwitter rolls out Space Clips feature for iOS usersExplore Twitter's new Space Clips on iOS: Edit and share the latest buzz from Spaces with ease! Snip, post, and engage-try it now.Now you can set search tags for X communities on the webICYMI: Twitter introduces video download from DMs and resume playback for iOSTwitter's new 'Articles' tab now visible on the iOS app🔥 Twitter rolls out Space Clips feature for iOS usersDiscordICYMI: Discord releases its new Member tab to more channelsBlueskyBluesky opens doors to all: no more invite codes needed for signupEarly AccessI often sign up for waitlists and this section is just about it. If you are interested in getting early access to new upcoming products and features, check it out 👀https://www.testingcatalog.comDiscover the Future of Knowledge with Globe.Engineer AIDiscover AI-powered Globe.Engineer, your portal to structured web explorations on niche topics like ChatGPT. Dive into the future of learning now.ICYMI: Stability AI opens early access waitlist for Stable Diffusion 3🔥 Discover the future of knowledge with Globe.Engineer AIAndroidify - customize your own Android botFloor Token Beta WaitlistConverse XMTP messenger (Compatible with Farcaster Frames)NFT Gallery (Compatible with Farcaster Frames)🔥 Solana NFT burner to cleanup from spam airdropsSandbar beta - web3 job boardObsidian - note taking appdeck.blue - Tweetdeck for BlueskyIDX waitlist - AI powered IDE from Google heywallet beta - social wallet on XHunch - AI workflows waitlistPerplexity podcasts🔥 Groq - an LLM with the fastest outputFOMO: These 4 new apps are available in beta on Android and will become full VERY FAST!!!ChatGPT beta for Android - OpenAI Android app to chat with GPT Microsoft Copilot beta for Android - A dedicated Copilot (a similar concept to the ChatGPT app)Worldcoin beta for Android - a proof of humanity passport with universal income $WLD grantsThreads beta for Android - X competitor by MetaIn case you are wondering Google Gemini and Proplexity don't have public beta programs yet.TestingCatalog UpdatesDelving into project updates, I found a proper use for the communities feature on X and decided to dedicate it to project updates for TestingCatalog. This community, prominently featured on the TestingCatalog's X profile, is aptly named TestingCatalog Kiosk, drawing inspiration from the pre-internet era kiosks known for dispensing print newspapers. This space is now a hub for all things related to TestingCatalog updates, and an invitation is extended to all to become part of this growing community.Secondly, we also shed some light on the publication's mission statement and key aspects of the editorial policy, providing a clearer picture of the publication's ethos and guiding principles. On the technical front, efforts are being continuously invested in improving tooling for reverse engineering, a facet of the project that has already started yielding promising outcomes. Notably, a recent leak regarding Google's Gemini project garnered substantial attention, achieving around 90 likes, marking it as one of the most popular posts on Twitter for TestingCatalog to date. Furthermore, there's ongoing work on a novel solution aimed at expanding the TestingCatalog community by attracting more contributors. This forthcoming initiative is poised to leverage AI, promising to enhance the platform's collaborative and content generation processes. Stay tuned! 🙌

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