If you're 50+ AND in Portugal, these AI tools may be of interest..
From my 'Carl's Column' over at Expats Portugal... - DeepL (Language lifesaver) Gold standard for European Portuguese translation; it handles regional differences (e.g., Lisbon vs. other areas) and has a mobile app that can scan official documents. Official link: https://www.deepl.com/ - ChatGPT (using voice mode) (Conversation coach) Acts as a patient conversation partner for practicing Portuguese (e.g., chatting about the weather or local markets without judging your accent). Official link: https://chatgpt.com/ - Perplexity AI (O oracle)AI-powered search engine that gives cited, summarized answers instead of just links â great for practical expat questions like local bureaucracy or services in specific Portuguese towns. Official link: https://www.perplexity.ai/ - Stippl (Itinerary architect)AI travel planner that builds routes, suggests hidden gems, and syncs with local transport â ideal when friends or family visit. Official link: https://www.stippl.io/ - Evaristo.ai (Web-based wildcard)Portuguese chatbot designed to help navigate digital public services in Portugal (developed by the University of Lisbon's Faculty of Sciences in partnership with ARTE). Official link: https://evaristo.ai/