There’s a lot of hype around AI right now—some of it deserved, some of it delusional, and some of it written by people who’ve clearly never touched a command line. But in between the buzzwords and billionaire egos, there are AI tools that actually work. Like, really work. Like “why am I smiling at my screen like this is sorcery?” work.

So here are five AI tools that feel like pure magic—but are very real, very useful, and (if you’re not careful) very addictive. Oh, and yes—I’ll even tell you what jobs these tools can help with, in case you want to look productive while you’re marveling at the future.

Do you love AI generated images and also have someone you kinda sorta hate (or maybe a hot lover with an amazing sense of humor)? Send them a passive aggressive Valentine!

In this interview, we speak with AI artist, Mario Müller, who began his journey in early 2023, blending design and digital art with cutting-edge generative tools. From experimenting with surreal compositions to refining a signature style through layered techniques, Mario shares his insights on the creative process, the challenges of working with AI models, and what’s next for him in the evolving world of AI art.

Recently, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Lisa Shalom, an emerging AI artist known for her vibrant, disco-inspired creations. Lisa’s journey into the world of AI art began just a short while ago, but her unique approach has already made waves. Here’s a glimpse into her creative process and what it takes to perfect AI-generated art.