我离不开的AI效率神器: 闪念笔记2.0

Summary

In this video, the creator introduces Flash Note 2.0, a powerful efficiency tool that captures ideas through voice transcription and integrates seamlessly with Apple’s ecosystem. The updated version includes new features like improved note-targeting, better storage options, and Apple Watch compatibility. The creator also demonstrates how Flash Note automates task organization and integrates with other tools like Milanote for visual note-taking. Sharing key lessons learned from using AI tools, they emphasize the importance of building personalized workflows and integrating AI for creative work, encouraging viewers to experiment with their own AI-powered solutions.

Takeaways

• 😀 Flash Note 2.0 is an efficient tool that helps capture ideas using voice, transcribe them, and create to-do lists in Apple Reminders.
• 😀 The software integrates with multiple Apple devices, including iPhone, Apple Watch, and Mac, for seamless idea capture anytime, anywhere.
• 😀 Flash Note 2.0 now allows users to target specific notes for idea input, making it more flexible than ever before.
• 😀 New feature: Even if OpenAI’s API or network issues cause transcription failures, voice recordings are saved and can be retranscribed later.
• 😀 Flash Note 2.0 includes a brand-new 'Add/Transcribe to Note' shortcut for easy transcription from Apple Watch, iPhone, or Mac.
• 😀 Milanote is a sponsor and is highlighted as a powerful visual note-taking tool, ideal for organizing ideas and materials visually.
• 😀 The Whisper AI transcription tool is superior for multilingual users, and Flash Note 2.0 allows its use in any app via the Whisper keyboard shortcut.
• 😀 Flash Note 2.0 enables batch-processing of audio or video files for transcription, making it a versatile tool for various types of content.
• 😀 Users can capture not just voice ideas but also text, such as screenshots and YouTube links, and save them directly into notes with the 'Add/Transcribe to Note' shortcut.
• 😀 Flash Note is a cost-effective solution with pay-per-use API costs, unlike competitors with subscription fees. It’s also highly customizable to user workflows.

Q & A

What is Flash Note 2.0, and how does it differ from the previous version?

Flash Note 2.0 is an upgraded version of the original Flash Note, a tool designed to capture inspiration and ideas using voice input. Unlike the first version, it now includes features like note-targeting, integration with the Apple Watch, improved voice transcription, and a new 'Add/Transcribe to Note' shortcut for better organization and storage.

How does Flash Note 2.0 capture ideas, and what devices does it work on?

Flash Note 2.0 allows users to capture ideas through voice input using an iPhone, Apple Watch, or Mac. Once an idea is spoken, OpenAI's Whisper model transcribes it into text and stores it in Apple Notes for later use, turning those ideas into tasks or to-do lists.

What is the new 'Add/Transcribe to Note' feature in Flash Note 2.0?

'Add/Transcribe to Note' is a new shortcut that allows users to capture and organize audio recordings from devices like the Apple Watch. It supports batch processing of voice, audio, or video files, helping users easily transcribe and store them in their target notes.

What is the purpose of the Whisper AI voice keyboard, and how does it benefit users?

The Whisper AI voice keyboard is designed for users who want to input text using voice transcription across various apps. It transcribes spoken words into text and places it in the clipboard, allowing for quick and efficient text input without relying on device-specific voice-to-text solutions.

How does Flash Note handle transcription failures or network issues?

Flash Note 2.0 ensures that even if transcription fails due to network issues or other glitches, your voice recording is saved in the note. Additionally, users can re-transcribe those recordings later using the 'Add/Transcribe to Note' shortcut, ensuring no idea is lost.

What improvements were made in Flash Note 2.0 to work better with Apple Watch?

Flash Note 2.0 includes an Apple Watch-compatible feature that allows users to record ideas directly from their wrist. The new functionality lets users record multiple ideas in one go without interruption, and then later transcribe and organize them using the iPhone.

How does Flash Note 2.0 differ from other note-taking apps on the market?

Unlike other note-taking apps that may require subscription fees or lock users into proprietary ecosystems, Flash Note 2.0 offers flexibility, allowing users to integrate seamlessly with Apple Notes. It charges only for API use, making it cost-effective and adaptable to users' needs.

What is Milanote, and how is it integrated with Flash Note?

Milanote is a visual note-taking tool used by the creator for organizing and sorting ideas. It is featured in the video as the sponsor, and it complements Flash Note by allowing users to capture and visualize ideas in a more dynamic, flexible format. Milanote is free to use with paid options for additional storage.

How does Flash Note help users handle different types of content, like images or videos?

In Flash Note 2.0, users can capture content like images or videos and store them directly into notes using the 'Add/Transcribe to Note' feature. For example, users can screenshot a book recommendation or share a YouTube video link, which gets saved in the appropriate note for later review.

What are the three key takeaways the creator shares about using AI tools this past year?

The creator shares three key takeaways: 1) Pairing AI APIs with Apple Shortcuts is a powerful way to build custom AI tools without needing coding skills. 2) Software should evolve alongside users' workflows, not force users to adapt to rigid structures. 3) AI agents can assist in tasks but require human input, especially for high-value creative work.