Real quick question — what email platform do you mostly use? I’m shaping upcoming classroom content and want the examples to line up with how you really work, not just theory. Thanks for taking a second to vote 👍

I was very excited to try the new Oakley Meta HSTN Transitions® AI Glasses. Short Review: A Strong Concept, Still Early Full Review: I recently spent time testing the Oakley Meta HSTN Transitions® AI glasses, and while I genuinely like the direction Meta and Oakley are heading, my overall takeaway is that this product still feels more like an early glimpse of the future than a finished, everyday device. This specific model combines Oakley’s sport-forward HSTN frame design with Transitions® lenses that automatically shift from clear to tinted based on lighting conditions. On paper, it sounds like an ideal blend of performance eyewear and AI-powered convenience. In real-world use, though, the experience is more nuanced. What These Glasses Are — and Aren’t: An important expectation to set up front: there is no visual display. Nothing appears in your field of view. All interaction happens through audio and voice commands. That design choice keeps the glasses lightweight and familiar, but it also defines the experience. These are not augmented reality glasses. They function more like hands-free AI-enabled audio glasses with cameras. Key Features: This model brings together several notable features: - Transitions® lenses that adapt automatically between indoor and outdoor lighting - Open-ear audio built into the frame for music, calls, and spoken responses - Hands-free voice control for asking questions, capturing photos or video, and triggering actions - Dual built-in cameras integrated into the frame - Sport-oriented Oakley design, clearly intended for outdoor and active use From a hardware perspective, this is a meaningful step forward compared to earlier Meta frames. The Oakley design finally makes the concept feel purposeful rather than experimental. What Works Well: The audio quality is better than expected, particularly outdoors. Music, calls, and spoken responses come through clearly without fully blocking ambient sound — an important detail for safety and awareness during activity.

So everyone's doing their 2026 goal-setting thing, right? I went a different route. I asked Claude: "What am I going to regret 12 months from now?" Here's the exact prompt I used: "It's December 2026. I'm looking back at this year. Analyze all our chats. Based on my current trajectory, what will I regret NOT doing? What will I wish I'd said no to? Be specific and brutally honest." And honestly? The feedback was... uncomfortable. 70% was spot-on enough that I had to sit with it 20% made me want to argue (which probably means it's hitting a nerve) 10% was off because Claude was missing some context The parts that really got me: "You're building everyone else's systems. When do you build the thing that's unmistakably YOURS?" "You're too available. That doesn't build wealth or freedom." "Stop saying yes to generic AI training workshops. You're positioning yourself as a commodity." Ouch. But also... true. Why I think this beats regular goal-setting Goals ask: "What do I want?" Regret asks: "What will I actually wish I'd done?" That second question? It cuts straight through all the BS we tell ourselves. It shows you what you're REALLY doing vs. what you think you're working toward. Try it yourself? → Use whatever AI you chat with most (Claude, ChatGPT, whatever) → If it has memory turned on, just paste the prompt → If not, give it some context first (screenshots of your calendar, recent project notes, whatever shows what you're actually up to) Not everything it says will be right. But the stuff that makes you defensive? That's the good stuff. Anyone else brave enough to try this? What did your AI roast you about? 👇

We just crossed 300 members, and I want to say thank you to everyone who’s joined AI Bits & Pieces and helped shape this community. 💡This community was built on a simple idea: AI is now a life skill. With that in mind, our goal is not only to demystify Artificial Intelligence, but to equip people and organizations with the knowledge, training, and real-world fluency needed to meaningfully apply AI in everyday life, work, and business. What’s coming next as we grow: - 🔴 Live sessions focused on real-world AI understanding and application - 🧠 Deeper dives into AI foundations, judgment, ethics, and human–AI interaction - 🌀 More Weekly AI Quirks—breaking down where AI gets weird and why - 🌍 More AI in Real Life—practical examples of how people are actually using AI day to day - 💡 More Out of the Box thinking—creative, unexpected ways to apply AI beyond the obvious - 🎓 Expanded classroom content to support continuous learning and fluency - 💬 More opportunities for discussion, questions, and shared learning 🤝 And most importantly, more community spotlights and member-led contributions, including real build journeys like @Holger Peschke RAG development work, shared openly so others can learn from real-world progress 🚀 Coming Soon: AI Bits & Pieces Pro AI Bits & Pieces Pro will be designed for professionals and organizations looking to go deeper, including: - Executive and business coaching & training around AI adoption and strategy - Guidance for purchasing agents and decision-makers on evaluating AI vendors - Courses on how to find, assess, and deploy AI solutions for your company - Practical tools and frameworks for startup agencies looking to package and sell AI responsibly This community isn’t about hype, tools, or shortcuts. It’s about clarity, confidence, and learning how to work thoughtfully with AI as it continues to evolve. If you’re new here—welcome. If you’ve been here from the start—thank you for helping build something meaningful.

I still remember my very first question to ChatGPT. I didn’t ask anything big or technical — I just typed, “Can you help me plan dinner for a few friends?” 🍽️ However, this first question was not without hesitation. Before typing those simple words, I called my daughter at college and asked, “Do you use ChatGPT?” After a few quick daughter–mommy jabs, she assured me I wasn’t going to break anything. I was skeptical, honestly. Curious, but also hoping it wouldn’t make me feel silly for not knowing where to start. But instead, it answered in a way that felt surprisingly easy to follow. ✨ And something in me softened. I realized I didn’t have to be an expert. I just had to be willing to try. 💛 If you’re new to all this, start anywhere. Even with ideas for entertaining friends and family. ❤️✨ Warmly, @Michele Wacht