#subtitles-should-not-be-automated

[my-rose-tinted-glasses]

So I sent a message to GagaOOLala regarding the ai subs and I got a response. So I thought I'd share with everyone.

"Dear Member, Thank you for contacting us. We sincerely appreciate your feedback and fully understand your concerns regarding the automated translation subtitles provided by our platform. To clarify, the majority of our subtitles are still created through manual translation processes for the primary languages, including English, Mandarin, Thai and others. The automated translations, such as the auto-subtitles/automatic subtitles you referenced, are intended as temporary solutions designed to offer additional subtitle options. Please be assured that we are continuously working to improve these tools, and we highly value your understanding as we integrate them into our services. Should you have any further questions or suggestions, please do not hesitate to contact us. Your input is invaluable, and we remain committed to providing you with the best possible experience. We greatly appreciate your continued support. Sincerely, GagaOOLala"

I still encourage people to send them a message, so they feel it's a priority. Tagging some people under the cut that made posts or that I saw in the reblogs.

@italianpersonwithashippersheart @watchthisqqq @twig-tea @lurkingshan @wei-ying-kexing-apologist @the-iron-queen @elimstillnotgarak @theside-b @colourme-feral @pinkkop @emotionallychargedtowel

[confoundedluna]

got that until dawn ps3 version quote list for y'all Finally

it is Just as stupid and ridiculous as the final version and it deserves appreciation too - this post might be longer than the other actually since this version has more chapters, we shall see, and the characters seem to talk to themselves a lot, plus I want to call out More of the dialogue since it's lesser known overall compared to the final game

again, please note these aren't in any particular order, I think they're Mostly chronological per character, I just type them as they come up in the videos and the videos are a bit odd in the way the chapters play out (one video is like. chapters 1, 4 and 5, another is 1, 6 and 7, it's just too awkward to be flipping between videos to watch everything in full order), since a lot are incomplete or need multiple builds to showcase everything they can, but I put together a playlist that was Mostly the order the chapters should be in, including different versions of each chapter in case anything changed across the different builds that I might want to take note of

also please note that some of these i typed based off how the subtitles are written and some off of how the lines are delivered - some of them switch the word order or use like a shortened version of a word or whatever, some lines have dialogue that isn't properly subtitled or has an automated voice reading them rather than an actual actor's delivery, I'm sorry if it's inconsistent but that's just how it's gonna be, i might not notice which version of the quote I used but it's basically the same thing so deal with it lmao

and like last time, let me know if i missed or skipped anything you think should be on this list! I tried to be a bit conservative with how many lines I used and go for just the funniest stand out ones or the ones that carried over, either fully or partially, to the finished game

okay enough disclaimers and apologies and shit, on to the quotes!

CHRIS

(SAM: I thought you were dead!) Well that's a fine thing to say to someone.

Wow. Safety. My mind is blown.

A-ha! And here we have the mysterious graphite spray.

It is believed that seances derive their mystical power by channeling the kinetic energy created by nude bodies... gathered as offerings to the occult, particularly those of young, teenage women. Ghosts are typically not concerned with the nude bodies of pasty young men, so if there are any ladies present, would you please remove your shirts and pants-

I'm beginning to think our friendly ghost is dyslexic.

This isn't a video game, Ash! Not everything's a clue!

There's a place in France where the ladies don't wear pants... (ASHLEY: Oh my god, how old are you?)

(ASHLEY: Look at this! Isaiah 11:6!) Is that a baseball thing? Like the signs at games? (ASHLEY: Uh, no, Chris, it's a Bible thing. You know, like a verse?) Oh, that's what those are. We should read it, right? The baseball Bible thing?

(ASHLEY: Look at this lectern, there's all sorts of animals on it.) It's like Noah's ark. Or that channel with all the animals on it.

(ASHLEY: Yep, it's all here. Fire and brimstone.) Blah blah blah, obey all my commands, blah blah blah, kill all your sons and daughters! (ASHLEY: What Bible did you read?) The cool one, duh!

Hey, I got it! See how this rotates? We could line up the animals like it says in the verse! (ASHLEY: Maybe all those hours in Sunday school paid off.) Absolutely. Not.

This just got totally Indiana Jones on us...

I know the human body has a surprising amount of blood in it, but damn.

Someone's been hunting. Guess they don't need a freezer out here.

Alright, handles all around I guess...

Holy shitballs.

I gotta say, this is not the most sensible thing I've ever done in my life.

Maybe we can find the book that the page belongs to. And find the jerk who ripped it out.

(ASHLEY: What is this, chemistry class?) I don't know about you, Ash, but I always like to leave my dangerous chemicals in a food preparation area.

Phew! See, look at that, nothing out there but the wind. (STRANGER: Sometimes the wind is not to be trusted.) Yeah well you would say that wouldn't you...

Do we just seem like slabs of meat to them? Like in old cartoons when one guy would be starving and the other guy would suddenly turn into a T-Bone steak? (STRANGER: Your thoughts wander uncomfortably far for someone walking through the dark in the W's territory…) Well that's precisely why I'd rather think about cartoons...

Brrr it's so cold out here... I guess it's better being cold than dead... though if I get any colder I might wish I was dead...

No more psychos and saw blades and crazy TV rooms and weird skinny monsters and no more snow and no more screaming hunter dudes.

(ASHLEY: How are you holding up, Chris...?) Miraculously. I mean, I'll probably collapse the second I start to think about anything that's been going on. (SAM: Then don't think about it.)

Ash... Even if Jess was down there I don't think it would be a good idea for us to climb into a mysterious hole in the wall...

We just want to get through this. Together, Ash...

ASHLEY

(SAM: Do you think Em is gonna say something about all this?) Knowing Em... she's gonna say plenty...

I tried to join chess club but I wasn't cool enough.

Cannibalism?! Who would buy a book like that? Who would even write a book on cannibalism? (CHRIS: A cannibal...?)

I don't care what it is- why does he keep doing this to us?!

This is our fault... we can't save him, it's our fault!

Not cool. Not cool.

Where does an elevator even go down here?

Bats... I mean, how in the heck are bats down here?

'A week in the mountains' he said, 'we'll get drunk, it'll be fun'...

Ohhh, I hate creepy noises!

They're crazy if they think they're going to find Josh and the stupid key... (SAM: Emily seemed to think she had a pretty good idea of where to look...) Yeah but she's Emily, Sam! When does she ever do anything that isn't some sort of weird selfish game- (SAM: Em seemed pretty shaken up, Ash, she's just trying to help-) She's trying to get us killed. We're all going to die up here. All of us.

(SAM: Just keep going, Ash, just keep going. It's right ahead of us.) It so does not feel like it's right ahead of us.

You've seen Mike with a gun, he seems pretty confident...

Well Sam, there doesn't gotta be another way- I mean we can hope there's another way...

(SAM: Pull it open!) I'm trying! What are you doing?! Don't hurt yourself not helping!

SAM

Ah-yep... limbs are still working.

Bim bam boom! There, fixed it for you.

That was hellacious.

She's usually pretty cool. Seems more like she's nursing a massive crush. (CHRIS: You mean Mike?) Ummm... yeah? Come on, she's sitting out there like a little lost puppy waiting for him.

Is she really being that big of a bitch to him?

(CHRIS: Wicked Witch of the West.) Right? I wish someone would drop a house on her. (CHRIS: That was the Wicked Witch of the East.) Did you seriously just correct me on that?

I can't believe Emily is hooking up with Matt. Didn't really expect her to go full meathead after breaking up with Michael.

Hey, did you get the sense that Jess and Mike are gonna have a uh... 'political summit' on this trip...?

Josh... having a little trouble getting the key into the hole?

(JOSH: I know Sam... I'm sorry... my fingers feel like they're gonna break off...) Do you want me to warm your fingers up so you can get the lock open?

Hello...? Hey guys, is that you? What are you guys doing? Being creepy...?

Hey?! I'm getting a little creeped out here fellas...

Someone help me, I'm stuck in here with a maniac!

I guess Josh needs kind of like a 'time-out' after what he did to us, but...

Okay. That does it. Door is locked. Nothing in or out.

Are you crazy? Or just stupid? You go out there and you're dead. In here we can at least wait- (MIKE: Until what? Come on, Sam.) Until dawn.

(EMILY: How did you find us?) You were making a total ruckus. Emily, I'm not sure you got the memo about the stealth mission.

Perfect. A giant hole.

(EMILY: Be careful...) As opposed to...?

(EMILY: You having a good time up there, Sam?) It's a god damn party.

Don't scream- don't scream- don't scream- (EMILY: I can't help it, I can't-)

Empty. Could have been one of us in there...

Okay Mister Elevator, let's see what we're working with here...

Wow. Now that's more like it. This is baaaaaadass.

Come on already, where is that fricking code?

Come on girl. You'd look good with that in your hands. Don't be shy.

Hey... bout time I found the Big Boy firepower.

I am so done with this place.

Get me outta here. Gotta find the cable car.

Get me out of here. Just get me to the first floor.

I just want to be on the ground, not up here.

Stairs? Ladder? Elevator? Escalator? Just need to get down to the ground floor.

I need out. Find my way to the cable car.

Gotta find the ground floor.

You guys look starved. Let me just fire up the grill.

MIKE

All ye who enter must pay the toll! Take off your pants!

(CHRIS: Maybe I can get a signal long enough to download a manual for one of these things.) ...Nerd alert, amirite?

(CHRIS: Nature calls.) Did you give her my number?

You throw like a- (JESS: Don't say it!) Was just gonna say you throw like a- (JESS: Don't!) ...throw like a beautiful, enchanting woman!

Awww! That's one to show the grandkids, right? (JESS: Don't get ahead of yourself, mister.) I wouldn't dream of it.

You wanna hear a joke? (JESS: Sure! I love to laugh.) Okay. So, how many librarians does it take to screw in a lightbulb? (JESS: Dunno, how m-) Shhh!!! (JESS: Really? Ugh.)

(JESS: Goddamn batteries! Shake it, that usually helps! Awesome!) Shake-powered batteries? Who knew.

I wonder what's down there. Ah, I bet it's just a bunch of pickaxes and old cart tracks and miner bones and ghosts of miners, and miner curses and... Woah. Get a grip dude. Class President.

Look at that. (JESS: What're all those symbols?) I think they're ancient. (JESS: Ancient what?) Ancient symbols. (JESS: Such insight...)

I'm not super thrilled at the idea of bears hanging around and crashing our party.

Looks like the path is a little blocked up. (JESS: What do you mean?) Well, it's got all this... tree in the way.

Where'd you go? Jessica? You've got at least five good minutes left until I bring out the waterworks.

This looks like the work of a bear. I do not like the way bears work.

Jess, hon? I promise I totally won't murder you when I find you. Maybe just a little.

So cold out here, but I'm sweating! Is that normal?

(JESS: You're trying to just freak me out, aren't you?) What? Why? (JESS: To get in my pants.) Yes, I would like to scare the pants off you.

So... One time I jumped over a crazy deep ravine on my bike. All the kids from the neighbourhood came out. Some local news too. Everyone thought I wasn't going to make it. (JESS: But you did?) Nope. Totally died. Been dead six years now. (JESS: You're lying.) Am I, though? (JESS: ...yes? ... Right?) There's only one way to find out...!

We're all alone in here, babe. Just you and me... the Presidential suite. (JESS: Well, Mr President, the lights don't work. And I'm freezing!)

Someone really doesn't like things to stay in one piece around here. Why would someone tear this up?

My jaw's chiselled enough already, but still, it could be useful.

Well, I've found the killer bathtub. Jesus, what did I think would be in there?

Woah. Check out the crazy sex book they have up here.

What is this? Ms. Dunkle's tenth grade science project?

Well, we're here now, so we might as well make use of the amenities. (JESS: Like the bed?) Yeah, I'm thinking mostly the bed.

Alright, madame, is there anything else that you require, or shall I retire to my quarters? (JESS: You're not going anywhere.) Madame requires additional services? (JESS: I can think of a few.)

Huh. Turns out our monster is just a broken branch. Guess it must have seen us and gotten jealous.

(JESS: Finally I have your attention.) The Vice President is standing by. (JESS: Well, why don't you bring him into the Oval Office?) Let's sign this bill into law!

Gotta stay calm. Focused. Get out of this rotten pit.

Crap, what are you doing Mikey, what's wrong with you... this asshole killed Jess... he should pay for that... but nobody's gonna pay for anything unless you get out of here in one piece, buddy...

Stay cool, Mikey. Stay cool.

(groans) Unngh… Either I'm getting weaker or doors are getting heavier…

Come on Sir Mike. Don't be such a wimp. Think about Jessica.

He could be waiting for me… it would be wise for me to tread lightly in the lion's den.

Just stay on your guard Potus… Stay alert…

Let's go, Mikey, let's go.

Gravity's my co-pilot on this one.

Aww… god… smells like something died in here, came back to life, ate its own corpse and then threw it all up…

Well well well. Here we are again. Sometimes wandering around in circles ain't so bad.

This is the creepiest rehearsal space I've ever seen.

Alright, keep your head Mr. President. Calm under pressure…

Ah great, another scenic wing of 'le castle de dilapitacion'.

Alright… look at that. Now we're getting somewhere. Don't know where, but somewhere.

Births and deaths, 1905. Some light bedtime reading for when we get through this.

Man, I can't even skip lunch without becoming a hungry monster, how did these guys feel over 23 days. Wait, no, i don't want to think about it.

Hey! Proper old school photo. Ain't that many left that roll with this kind of geddup anymore.

Chris was killed right in front of us, Jack the monster hunter was torn to pieces and now we're just waiting around like sitting ducks? No. We have to get off the mountain. Now.

Boom! For the win.

(EMILY: Ugh. I hate this place.) Admittedly, they have let it go... (EMILY: Yeah, they haven't dusted in years down here...)

Ah, seems like patient number four was suffering from a bout of being too extraordinary.

I'll tell you what. If the patients weren't completely nuts when they checked in, this place would drive them crazy.

(EMILY: Alright, so how are we gonna get out of here?) Scream and cry like girls?

Pe-culiar? That's actually like a for real medical term? Must have been Charlie Cheswick's records.

I wonder how far your gums have to recede before they start measuring them. If I'm reading this right, this guy must have looked like a dollar store Halloween mask. Wouldn't want to meet these chompers in a dark alley. Or terrifying sanitorium.

If wishes were horses beggars would be cowboys. (CHRIS: Woah. You did not just say that.) That guy Jack had some pretty catchy phrases don't you think?

EMILY

(CHRIS: We just saw Jessica, down by the cable car.) Ugh. Any more perfume on that B and you'd think she was a bachelorette party.

My lips are already so chapped. (MATT: I can kiss them and make them better.) In your dreams Loverboy.

Oh my god, are you gonna swallow his face whole? We're all here! How much more of your crap can we take?

Listen you little slut, maybe because I am not on crack I can see what you're doing.

I don't have to spy when clearly you're showing off with your tongue halfway down his throat.

(JESS: You heard what I said.) Why don't you say it again to my face you bitch?

You do whatever you want. If there's a crazy murderer running around then I'm going to get the hell out of here. (MATT: Maybe he's right, Em-) Do you want me to go out there all alone, Matt? Because I will.

We'll take the cable car to go get help, dummy. Come on.

This is totally crazy Matt. This is totally crazy. My head is spinning.

Ugh. It's freezing out here. I did not pack for this.

I wish Chris and Ashley were more helpful. (MATT: Em, you hardly gave them a chance-) You know, I'm just trying to help the situation.

I just can't believe it's happened again! I mean like, is this family cursed? (MATT: Yeah the whole mountain feels cursed.)

Okay, you done good Matt. Took you a while, but you done good.

Look, if you're not gonna call for help, then maybe you should at least get some tunes going for us to listen to while we sit here and freeze to death can you please just get the radio working Matt oh my god oh my god!

Oh my God, stop talking like you're in a movie. Are you pushing the right button? Is there even a signal?

Wow. These clothes are all torn up. And I don't think it's because they were ripped off the sale rack in a shopping spree…

Ugh. Why do these machines always have to be so complicated?!

Ahhh! Jesus… them's the brakes.

Oh come on batteries… stick with me just a little longer…

Ugh… are those… bite marks on the bones? As in like… eating marks?

This is hell. That's all there is to it. Hell. I fell into hell and there are devils wandering around who will poke me with their forks.

Okay, keep quiet, Em. Put a lid on it. Don't want to attract attention...

Juuuust stay quiet... What would Princess Emilia do? I'll tell you what she'd do: she would stay quiet. Shhhh.

Wow. Good thing I checked my claustrophobia at the door. This is gonna be tight. I guess it's either through this little hole or turn around and face Mr Sunshine out there. Hmm. Excellent options!

I gotta try it. Nothing ventured, nothing gained, right Miss A-student beauty queen and all around hottie?

Bingo! Done. Voila. QED. Hee haw. Locked and loaded. That is how we roll. You go girl. Aaaaannnnd... Cut it. Print it. Saved. Vamos!

Top...! It's the top! Mine top... tip top top of the mine...! No more shaft just... this place! I'm out of the mine! ...Back to the lodge! Back to the fires and warmth and friends! Oh little lodge, I missed you so much... how do I get out of here?

(MIKE: You locking us in?) I'm locking the baddies out. Can't be too careful. (MIKE: Glad you're sure the baddies are out there and not in here.) Feels good to lock a door...

(MIKE: Wow. I guess I totalled the place huh?) Mikey had a tantrum? (MIKE: When I commit to something, I like to do a thorough job.) Hmmmm. Don't remember you making heaven and earth move for me... (MIKE: Hey. Don't say that...) I'm kidding... You did okay... (MIKE: ...that's better...) ...considering the tool you have to work with... (MIKE: Easy! Easy!)

This whole wing just feels like it was for the real head cases. Right? Like the lost causes. (MIKE: Yeah. It's got a really pleasant vibe in here. Let's keep moving.)

Ew. Ew! His gums were receding?! Didn't he floss?! Some people just do not understand the importance of dental hygiene.

One order of W pâté, comin' up!

Wow, Sam, you're really getting all Rambo on us.

(SAM: Look. The machinery. If we can get those metal containers in a row... we can get across.) You're kidding, right? On those rusty... rust buckets out there?

(SAM: You got it! It's working!) That's right, 'cause I'm the mecha-master! (SAM: Now if we get them lined up... We can just hop right across!) Already on it, Rambo. Or should I say... Sam-bo. (SAM: Ah... no... I don't think you should say that.)

An elevator...! Probably broken. Why is everything on this goddamned mountain falling apart!

(SAM: Looks like we've got find a way across.) Score one for Captain Obvious.

(SAM: We've got one shot to get out of here and we can't screw it up.) Right back at ya, lady.

JESSICA

(CHRIS: What's Mike doing?) He's getting all of our stuff to the lodge. Nails. Just had 'em done.

(SAM: We can help you with the stuff.) Oh that's so nice! But... I kinda like it when Mike does it.

Ugh, finally we're out of that stupid wind. I was freezing my buns off out there. (MIKE: I can help you with those if you like...!)

(MATT: Come on Em, relax.) No, it's not okay Matt. That bitch is on crack or something.

Whatever. I don't have time for jealous bitches.

Fine. Whatever. Anything to get away from that whore. (EMILY: Are you kidding me? I'm the whore?)

Ugh, you know, I can't believe Emily sometimes... why is she such a royal B? How could you have ever gone out with someone like that?

(MIKE: Exiled.) More like sex-iled.

Come on troops, move out.

I wonder if they have any room service up at the cabin. I could so use a triple grande mocha cappuccino right now.

You lit up my night... Now all we need are some fireworks later...

How bout some jams? (MIKE: Whatever puts you in the mood.) This one might be my favourite... Until their next one comes out, then that'll probably be my favourite. (MIKE: That's a really good way of thinking about it.) Thanks! ... ...what?

(MIKE: Josh seemed pretty happy to get rid of us back there, didn't he?) Michael! I had no idea you had such a gossipy side... Is this the politician in you? (MIKE: Politician nothing; the guy's a dick!) Hmm.

I keep having this great thought, but then I keep forgetting it.

Somebody's going to owe me a new outfit.

(MIKE: I didn't know Hannah wore glasses.) Yeah. Just when she wasn't around any cute boys.

I wonder if they deliver take out up here. I mean right here.

Ugh. My shoes are getting so moist.

I wonder what's going on back at the lodge. Everybody's probably doin' it.

Nature's kinda gross.

Is that Orion's belt or is he just happy to see me?

Hah! I'm totally going to tell everyone about your fear of birdies.

Stand back, Debbie downer.

Don't worry, I'll save Woodsgate for the next election.

(MIKE: Some of these planks are pretty rickety.) You know what else is rickety? (MIKE: What?) Your face is rickety. (MIKE: That's a really good one!) Thank you!

(MIKE: Watch your step, Jess.) You know what? You're worse than my mom. My mom!

Boom! Sting like a butterfly and float like a bee.

Wow, look at that old photo. (MIKE: Must be an old mining team.) Looks like they really knew how to... handle themselves. (MIKE: Sounds like you wish you could handle them.) Looks really old. I wonder if they're all dead now. Ugh! So creepy!

(MIKE: Probably faulty wiring or something.) You've got faulty wiring.

Unless you want to make out with an ice sculpture, I suggest you get a fire going. Pronto.

It's so cold in here right now my tongue would get stuck to your flagpole.

I'm cold, I'm bored, and I'm getting rapidly less horny. You want to hurry it up with the fire?

(MIKE: It's so dusty.) No maid service up here? What a rip.

Coldness generally isn't conducive to hotness, Michael... Woah. That sounded, like, deep.

While you were trying to find the right button to push, I found some de-light-ful candles that wonderfully spice up the place and light up all the nooks and crannies... Far more cosy and accommodating, don't you think?

I can't lose my phone, my parents are gonna kill me! (MIKE: You can always get a new one!) That's like my fourth one this year.

Just unfasten it! (MIKE: I can get it! I can get it!) Don't send a man to do a woman's job.

Oh. Those perverted assholes. Why can't they just leave us alone and let us have a perfectly nice time? God! What jerks! (MIKE: Hey, they're just trying to have a good time.) Yeah? Well, so are we!

You guys are such dicks! Are you really that upset with me and Michael that you want to ruin our fun? Huh? Well, guess what? You can't ruin it! Because Michael and I are gonna screw! That's right! We're gonna have sex! And it's gonna be hot! So enjoy it! 'Cause I know we're going to! Ugh.

MATT

Ohhhh! She just got Emily'd!

Wow. Someone had a good time in here.

Why would someone leave a picture of keys where the keys should be?

This place can't just be a huge death trap, right? Cable car can't be the only way in and out of this joint.

Josh had a lot of problems... I think he just wanted to be able to sort things out... and put this all behind us...

So the joke I learned, it's really good, it's about like, a dude, who's got a haircut like the moon, and-

Coyote? Bear? ... Why is that okay?

C'mon, Matt... You don't wanna die down here.

The hell is that… Jessica? (JESS: Matt? Jesus… So it got you too.) Yeah… You okay? (JESS: Hardly...) Let's get the hell out of this place. Look! There! (JESS: Light!) That's the cable car station!

Come on, man... nearly there... nearly there...

JOSH/THE PSYCHO

Come on, lock... My lockpick skills are a little rusty...

This is the most boring break-in ever. You haven't even broken in yet.

Hey! Grit bin! Nice work moving that over here!

Everything all right in there? (CHRIS: Yeah, I'm fine. It's really dirty. And a little freaky.) Sounds like my kind of date! (CHRIS: Offf course it does.)

Dude, come on! Let's open this jawn!

Ahh-hahaha! Dude are you okay? That lil' wolverine almost gave you a paper cut!

(SAM: Hey, those things are known to be vicious sometimes.) Vicious to lil' babies. Lil' Chrissy babies.

(SAM: Thank you Chris.) Thaaaank you Chriiiiis.

Yo! Explorers! You guys are gonna need the keys for the love shack!

As you can see, your friend Josh is now in quite an unfortunate situation. If you wish to see him dead, then do nothing and you may watch him die.

Second... clue... picture if you will... high atop a powdery mountain... the only place possible for a jacked up jock like Matthew to score a... 'big break'...

If you'll please now direct your attention towards the main attraction...

Not much time left before your friend is... perforated...

Congratulations! You've just bought yourself... more time... to watch your friend die...

My my my, didn't you do well! You fought the system and you've won. And what you've won is a prize! You're a lucky winner, come on down!

Well, that's the end, folks. I only wish it could have turned out differently, but, unfortunately, I'm still going to kill your friend because, hey - winners don't play by the rules!

Allow me to introduce myself, I am your host!

Oh, I had fun with them... and now I'll have fun with you... There's nothing wrong with having a little fun, is there?

Samantha, my darling, I don't think your friends are going to help you... I've already had a little fun with them...

Oh what a delight it was watching his life drain away. I wonder if watching yours will be just as fun.

(SAM: What do you want?) I just want a little fun, Sam... so why don't we... mix things up a little... You can have ten seconds to pretend like you're escaping... and then you're dead!

Go on, hide if you like... I know just where you are.

(CHRIS: What do you want from us?!) Well now, Mr Chris... I think you've got the answer right there in front of you.

Oh borrring... You think I didn't bulletproof my machinery?

(CHRIS: You're sick!) Heh heh heh... why thank you, kind sir... but the choice... is yours... play ball!

I'm sorry... so sorry... it's all my fault...

THE STRANGER

It would be wise for you to hear me out.

You seem to listen but not to hear.

You have no chance out there on your own- (CHRIS: I'll just have to take my chances.) Then I'll go with you. Alone would be suicide. (CHRIS: Yeah well you're so special.) I am... experienced.

You do not seem too concerned with saving the life of your friend.

(CHRIS: Have you done this before?) Have I foolishly attempted to free a dead man in the hopes of becoming one myself? (CHRIS: Uh...) You ask questions that are not very useful. (CHRIS: My teachers say the same thing. But yeah, so, have you?) This is not my first barbecue.

He who seeks avoidance finds out what he seeks to avoid. (CHRIS: That's... a really confusing saying.)

[azspot]

But look at what AI is actually used for right now - making imperfect images, summarizing PDFs, writing shitty college essays, generating error-ridden automated subtitles for YouTube videos, masturbating to a somewhat-more sophisticated chatbot, saving people time on menial secretarial tasks that they then waste watching TikTok for hours - and compare it to the technologies which are disdained by the inescapable “more important than fire or electricity” claims - curing disease on mass scale with vaccines and antibiotics, utterly transforming the meaning of geographical scale with the internal combustion engine, closing the gap between people on opposite sides of the world with cheap and instant long-distance communication, turning extreme heat and cold into not just survivable but comfortable temperatures, or (to switch the valence of technological importance) creating viruses that have the potential to exterminate significant percentages of the human species…. I simply do not believe that the average human being is living a fundamentally different life than they were prior to the rise of LLMs, while electrification and modern sewer systems absolutely did change human life on a fundamental level.

No, I Mean It - AI Maximalists in the Media Should Really, Actually Take the Shitting-in-the-Yard Challenge

[salvadorbonaparte]

Hi Mack, I've got a question about subtitling work. What does it usually entail? What does someone need to be able to do that work well? What should be avoided when looking at that kind of work?

Hey! that depends entirely on the following questions: do you mean subtitling professionally or just for fun? Do you mean subtitling in between languages (eg. German-English) or closed captions/SDH (subtitles for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing)?

Professionally, it's difficult to say because like the industry is. bad. Ethically and theoretically speaking, you should have some kind of translation or language degree or experience but with AI and the evils of capitalism there's lots of problems with companies hiring students or amateurs to pay them less or just have them post-edit automated translation. So like practically anyone could go into subtitling but I have some issues with that. and I studied this and was always either told I have too much or not enough experience. oh well.

In general you need the following: a good eye and ear for detail, language expertise, knowledge of subtitling guidelines and industry standards (which are usually available online and if I see one more person complaining about subtitlers I'm going to drop a link), some creativity and problem solving skills, technical know-how, patience, time and the ability to do really repetitive work.

There's some super expensive industry-grade subtitling software that I was privileged to train with and that's what the professionals use but if you don't have access to that there's some decent free alternatives like Subtitle Edit or Aegisub.

In the most extreme case where you have nothing to work with and need to start from scratch, subtitling involves: accessing the media file and opening it in the software, putting in all the standards you need to follow (like characters per second or frame rate or minimum space between subtitles or color and position of the subtitles), spotting (picking the in and out times for each individual subtitle), transcribing or translating all dialogue, occasionally transcribing or translating additional information like songs or noises, editing everything to make sure there's no typos, making sure all subtitles follow the guidelines (which usually involves "changing" some things), making sure the file is in the correct format (like an SRT file or hardcoded).

That's all I could think of right now but I probably forgot some things...

[ecrivainsolitaire]

The Open Art Guild Project: a proposal to empower collectively owned art

Over the last few decades we have seen the degradation of copyright, the blatant manipulation of intellectual property law in order to monopolise wealth and the exploitation of artists in favour of an economy of artistic landlordship: massive corporations holding the prole artist hostage to their increasingly unoriginal library of content produced not to encourage creative enlightenment, but to hold on to properties that ought to be already in the public domain. The capitalist owns the IP, so the capitalist keeps getting richer, while the artist is more and more oppressed, overworked, underpaid, scammed out of their rightful intellectual property, deplatformed, and automated away whenever possible. This is unsustainable, and the arrival of new technologies for digital art automation has overflowed that unsustainability to its breaking point. We cannot continue down this path.

The Open Art Guild is my proposal to remedy this. This proposal consists of two main parts: a copyright standard, designed for the fair distribution of income and the collective ownership of intellectual property; and a distribution platform, planned to empower artists big and small to profit from said intellectual property without being under the thumb of corporations or fighting one another under senseless infighting caused by bourgeois class warfare. The artist should not fight the artist over ownership of rights. The big artist should not see the small artist as a threat, nor should the small artist see the big artist as an obstacle to their own growth. Through mutual empowerment, both may prosper.

The Open Art Guild License

The Open Art Guild License is built upon the current Creative Commons 4.0 License. This license is irrevocable until the work qualifies for public domain according to all relevant legislations, provided that the artist remains a member of the Guild. In order to participate in the Guild, an artist shall follow the following precepts:

The artist shall only publish works under the OAG License that have licenses available to the public. This means public domain, open source, Creative Commons and works created by other members of the Guild. Works derived from privately owned media, such as fanart of intellectual properties not part of the Guild, shall be excluded from the Guild. If the artist did not have permission to use it before, or if the artist only has individual permission, the work will not qualify for Guild submission.

All works created under the OAG License shall be free to adapt, remix, or reuse for other projects, even commercially, provided that the artist doing so is also an active member of the Guild, that the projects derived from it are also under the OAG License, and that the artist follows through with their dues and obligations.

Whenever the format permits, the artist shall provide the assets used for the works in their raw form in a modular fashion, including colour palettes, sound assets, video footage, code, screenplays, subtitles, and any other elements used in the creation of their work, in order to facilitate their reuse and redistribution for the benefit of all other artists.

The artist waives their right to 30% of the total profit generated by works submitted to the guild, regardless of where it is published. This revenue shall be redistributed in the following manner:

10% shall be designated towards the maintenance of the Open Art Guild platform. In absence of a platform that follows the requirements to belong to the Guild, this percentage shall be donated towards a nonprofit organisation of their own choosing dedicated to the protection and distribution of art in any of its forms. Some examples may include Archive.org, Archive Of Our Own, Wikimedia, or your local art museum or community center. Proof of donation shall be made publicly available. The artist shall empower the Guild, as the Guild has empowered the artist.

10% shall be designated towards the Open Art Guild legal fund. In the absence of a fund dedicated to the protection of the OAG, this percentage shall be donated towards a nonprofit organisation dedicated to the protection of the legal rights of artists in any of their forms. Some examples may include Creative Commons, the Electronic Frontier Foundation, the Industrial Workers of the World, or another artist union like the WGA. Proof of donation shall be made publicly available. The artist shall protect the Guild, as the Guild shall protect the artist.

10% shall be designated towards the Open Art Guild creator fund. In the absence of a fund dedicated to redistribute the profits of the OAG, this percentage shall be donated to other members of the Guild, prioritising small creators. Alternatively, it may be directed towards the recruitment of new members to the Guild via donation and an invite. Proof of donation shall not be required, but the receiving artist(s) is(are) encouraged to declare in their own platform that the donation was received. The artist shall give to the Guild, as the Guild has given to the artist.

The artist shall continue to create Guild submissions for the duration of their membership, with a minimum of one submission per month in order to guarantee their continued support. The artist shall live off of labour, not property.

In return for these duties, the artist shall receive:

Permission to adapt, remix, or reuse any of the works in the Guild’s archive for their own derivative works, fan fiction, remixes, collages, or any sort of transformative application, provided dues and obligations are in order.

Protection of their intellectual property as part of the collective works of the Guild by the legal fund designated and sustained by all paying members, to prevent non Guild members from trying to exploit their works unauthorised.

If an artist strikes a deal for non-Guild adaptation, the proportional dues shall also be paid to the Guild fund and members by the non-Guild institution in charge. Said deal shall not be allowed an exclusivity clause, and all works derived from a Guild work shall follow through with their dues in perpetuity. If the non-Guild entity chooses to terminate the business relationship, all intellectual property rights over the adaptation shall irrevocably be granted to the Guild as compensation, guaranteeing the distribution to the creators and the legal fund, as well as the follow-through with whatever payment terms the Guild artist has agreed to.

No Guild artist shall prosecute another Guild artist for use of works under the OAG License, provided that the derivative work also follows the OAG License terms. If these terms are violated, amicable resolution shall be sought by both parties. If litigation becomes inevitable and compensation is required, said compensation will also require the 30% dues to fund the Guild and its members, no matter which way it sides. In no case shall an artist, Guild or non-Guild, be left without recourse.

If an artist becomes unable or unwilling to continue to pay their dues, the artist shall be given an option to suspend or cancel their membership. If a membership is suspended, the artist will be excluded from the creator fund until their dues are renewed. No compensation shall be required of the artist for the suspension period, and all protections other than the creator fund shall still apply. If a membership is cancelled, all works published by the artist under the OAG License shall automatically be granted a Creative Commons 4.0 License instead, in order to protect Guild members from litigation by non-Guild members.

Membership that has been cancelled shall be renewable at any time, provided that the former Guild artist has not engaged in predatory litigation against Guild member or the Guild itself. The Guild shall determine what constitutes predatory litigation on a case-by-case basis. Licenses that were lost during cancellation shall not be given back, as CC4.0 is irrevocable, but new works shall still qualify for OAG Licenses.

These protections shall not be conditional to the artist’s moral values or the content of the works created. All works that do not break the laws applicable to the jurisdiction from which they were submitted shall be treated with the same respect and granted the same rights and obligations, in perpetuity and throughout time and space within the known multiverse. The Guild shall not exist to police art, but to promote it.

Open Art Guild License Template

All submissions of Guild works and projects shall include the following legend, both in English and in the publication language when applicable. Point 4 may be omitted if the artist chooses not to submit the work for dataset training.

This work was created and published under the Open Art Guild license, and has been approved for reuse and adaptation under the following conditions:

For personal, educational and archival use, provided any derivative works also fall under a publicly open license, to all Guild members and non members.

For commercial use, provided redistribution guidelines of the Guild be followed, to all active Guild members.

For commercial use to non Guild members, provided any derivative works also fall under a publicly open license, with the explicit approval of the artist and proper redistribution of profit following the guidelines of the Guild.

For non commercial dataset training of open source generative art technologies, provided the explicit consent of the artist, proper credit and redistribution of profit in its entirety to the Guild.

Shall this work be appropriated by non Guild members without proper authorisation, credit and redistribution of profit, the non Guild entity waives their right to intellectual property over any derivative works, copyrights, trademarks or patents of any sort and cedes it to the Creative Commons, under the 4.0 license, irrevocably and unconditionally, in perpetuity, throughout time and space in the known multiverse. The Guild reserves the right to withhold trade relations with any known infractors for the duration its members deem appropriate, including the reversal of any currently standing contracts and agreements.

[getetteroo]

While human written subtitles are definitely better than auto generated on a YouTube vid, auto generated subtitles are actually fantastic and have allowed me to stay in contact with my hard of hearing mum through other means than texting or yelling very loudly through a phone.

We should strive for a world where live automated subtitles in any language (not just English) are easily accessible.

[kimberlyannharts]

Have you ever watched MMPR on YouTube… with subs? Cause let me tell you, it’s an experience.

I was still recovering from goldar wanting the rangers to fear the power of psychologist -pyscolopis- when the rangers suddenly went into dragonzord bottom mode.

Good on goldy for finally going to therapy 😂

The subtitles on YT are usually pretty good for automated closed-captioning but you can definitely tell they can't handle the more out-there, silly made up names kjkjdkjf

That being said the subtitles SHOULD have been handled by an actual person, as this these are officially released episodes

[angrylittlesliceofpizza]

(the person is tom scott ^^)

… hey btw

anyone here also a subscriber of Nebula?

it's a good platform, but THE SUBTITLES ARE OFTEN VERY SHITTY AND I AM *PISSED*

i told them that (a little more politely, with screengrabs) and they told me, iirc, that they had a contract with a service that does the captions *and checks them*.

… so. something there is not working.

and IN ANY CASE, CREATORS EVERYWHERE SHOULD BE AWARE THAT THEY ALWAYS NEED TO CHECK THEIR CAPTIONS IN DETAIL BEFORE POSTING.

ALWAYS. NO EXCEPTION.

i'm tired of thinking 'oh great, there's captions here, it's going to help me understand without having to question if i heard something correctly' but THEN THE SUBTITLES MAKE ME MORE CONFUSED BY BEING RIDICULOUSLY WRONG. AND OFTEN BADLY PUNCTUATED.

I don't mind automated captions on the go, at least they don't add confusing punctuation, but fucken nebula is a paying service and YOU CAN'T LEAVE COMMENTS— which i understand as a 'feature' bc these spaces often get horrible, but then HOW DO I INFORM THE CREATORS THERE'S SOMETHING WRONG WITH THEIR VIDEO.

whenever i click the cc button on a youtube video that clearly has a high budget and is made by a fucking studio and i see “english - auto generated” i spit daggers from my eyes and mouth at whoever decided to not pay someone to make actual captions

[brandinghosts]

5 Must-Know Video Editing Trends to Boost Your Engagement in 2025

In today’s fast-scrolling digital world, getting noticed on social media takes more than just a camera and good intentions. To stand out in 2025, you need smart storytelling, attention-grabbing visuals, and video editing that speaks directly to your audience.

Whether you're a brand, content creator, or business owner, staying ahead of the curve with the latest video editing trends can make or break your online engagement.

Here are 5 must-know video editing trends you should tap into now — and how to use them to your advantage.

1. Short-Form, High-Impact Content

In 2025, less is more. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts continue to dominate because users want quick, digestible, and visually compelling content.

Editing Tip: Use snappy transitions, cut out filler, and get straight to the point in the first 3 seconds. Add captions and emojis for instant clarity.

Want to outsource your short-form content editing? Check out our expert video editing services tailored for social media performance.

2. AI-Powered Editing Enhancements

AI tools are revolutionizing video editing. In 2025, expect more creators using AI to automate color correction, suggest edits, enhance audio, and even write video scripts.

Editing Tip: Use AI tools for efficiency, but blend in human creativity. Combine automated features with emotional storytelling to build real connections.

Don’t want to juggle complex software? Branding Hosts offers pro-level editing so you can focus on content, not tech.

3. Authenticity Over Perfection

Polished videos are still valuable, but raw, behind-the-scenes clips are rising in popularity. People want real, not perfect.

Editing Tip: Leave in small stumbles, natural lighting, or “oops” moments. Add text overlays or music to polish the vibe while keeping it authentic.

Think vlog-style edits, jump cuts, and lo-fi effects — especially on platforms like TikTok and LinkedIn.

4. Vertical Video Domination

Vertical video is no longer optional. It’s the preferred format for smartphones, which is how over 80% of users consume content in 2025.

Editing Tip: Frame your videos in 9:16 format. Use split screens, kinetic typography, and bold call-outs to fill the vertical space and hold attention.

Pro tip: Optimize for mobile first, always.

5. Captions & Subtitles as a Must-Have

Over 70% of viewers watch videos on mute — especially in public or at work. Captions aren’t just helpful; they’re essential.

Editing Tip: Use animated subtitles or bold fonts that match your brand. Auto-captioning tools are good, but manual adjustments ensure accuracy.

Accessibility boosts both engagement and watch time — a win-win.

Final Thoughts

Video content is no longer optional — it’s crucial. But editing trends evolve fast, and what worked last year might already feel outdated.

By following these 5 trends — short-form content, AI-powered tools, authenticity, vertical formatting, and captions — you can keep your audience engaged and ahead of the curve in 2025.

Need help producing professional videos that get attention, clicks, and conversions?

👉 Let Branding Hosts handle it — from script to screen.

[microbitmedia]

How to Market an iOS App in 2025: Proven Tactics That Deliver Results

As mobile app usage continues to surge, the iOS ecosystem remains one of the most profitable but also the most competitive. Developers and marketers are constantly looking for newer, smarter ways to stand out in the App Store. Whether you’re launching a new product or trying to revive an existing one, mastering how to market an iOS app is essential. Let’s dive into powerful and current iOS app marketing tips that work in 2025.

1. Adopt a Pre-Launch Strategy Early

Before your app even hits the App Store, your marketing engine should already be running.

Set up a pre-launch landing page to collect emails.

Offer beta access to early adopters for feedback and testimonials.

Generate buzz with teaser content on Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

Use waitlists and countdowns to build anticipation.

This pre-launch momentum helps your app gain traction immediately upon release.

2. Fine-Tune Your ASO (App Store Optimization)

ASO remains a critical part of any iOS app marketing strategy.

Use tools like App Radar or Sensor Tower to find high-impact keywords.

Create a compelling app name and subtitle that tells users exactly what your app does.

Include a captivating app icon and screenshots with real-life use cases.

Update your listing regularly to reflect improvements, features, and seasonal relevance.

ASO isn’t a one-time task—it’s an ongoing optimization engine.

3. Invest in Smart Paid Acquisition

Paid advertising is still a valuable tactic—when done right.

Run Apple Search Ads to capture users with high intent.

Use Facebook and TikTok Ads for broader targeting and creative storytelling.

Segment campaigns by user behavior or interests, not just demographics.

Use custom product pages in the App Store to match each ad variation.

This kind of focused targeting is one of the best answers to how to promote an iOS app efficiently.

4. Focus on Retention, Not Just Installs

User acquisition costs have risen, making retention more valuable than ever.

Onboard new users with a personalized welcome experience.

Use push notifications, in-app messages, and gamified content to re-engage.

Monitor churn behavior with analytics tools and adjust accordingly.

Offer loyalty rewards or milestones to make users feel appreciated.

In 2025, the apps that win are those that retain—not just acquire—users.

5. Integrate AI and Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping iOS app marketing.

Use predictive analytics to identify power users or potential churners.

Automate messaging with AI-powered chatbots or dynamic push campaigns.

Personalize app content in real-time based on user behavior.

These features improve engagement while also creating a more enjoyable, relevant user experience.

6. Build an Organic Growth Loop

Organic growth is more sustainable and often more profitable.

Encourage referrals through in-app invites or incentives.

Make it easy for users to share achievements or app content on social media.

Optimize your app for App Clips or Siri Suggestions for added visibility.

Create short-form content that showcases your app in action on YouTube Shorts or Instagram Reels.

These strategies help answer the question of how to promote iOS apps without massive ad budgets.

7. Track the Metrics That Matter

Great marketing is always backed by data.

Measure your user acquisition cost (CAC) vs. lifetime value (LTV).

Monitor key metrics like daily active users (DAU), retention rate, and session time.

Use tools like Firebase, Amplitude, or Mixpanel for in-depth analytics.

Run cohort analysis to see how different user segments perform over time.

Continuous optimization leads to continuous growth.

Conclusion

In 2025, effective iOS app marketing blends old-school strategy with cutting-edge tech. From pre-launch buzz to AI-driven personalization and retention, the key lies in staying adaptable and user-focused. Follow these proven iOS app marketing tips and you’ll be well on your way to creating an app that not only gets downloaded—but keeps users coming back.

[spymyads]

Maximizing Brand Impact with Strategic Bumper Ads

In the modern digital landscape, the race for consumer attention is relentless. Amid shrinking attention spans and content saturation, brands are confronted with the challenge of conveying powerful messages in record time. Enter bumper ads—a potent tool designed to cut through the noise with brevity and brilliance. These six-second non-skippable videos have revolutionized the way messages are delivered, compelling brands to distill their core identity into the most impactful micro-content.

The brevity of bumper ads may appear limiting, yet within this limitation lies creative liberation. This format compels marketers to focus, refine, and amplify their messages with remarkable clarity. The result? Impressions that linger, messages that resonate, and visibility that transcends scrolling.

The Psychological Magnetism of Bumper Ads

Six seconds might seem inconsequential, but when crafted with intellectual precision, it can redefine how a brand is perceived. The human brain is wired to respond to stimuli that are quick, visually dynamic, and emotionally charged. This ads harness this neurological trait by delivering high-frequency branding in microbursts. Rather than overwhelming the viewer with detail, they embed brand recognition subtly and effectively into the subconscious.

Moreover, due to their mandatory viewability, this ads enjoy near-perfect completion rates. This ensures that every frame—every millisecond—is utilized to its fullest potential. Whether introducing a new product, reinforcing a tagline, or sustaining brand recall, these six seconds become a vessel of strategic storytelling.

The Software Engine Behind Bumper Ad Excellence

What elevates this ads from being merely short clips to impactful marketing campaigns is the software that orchestrates their deployment. This advanced platform operates as a central command center for all stages of bumper ad management—creation, execution, analysis, and refinement.

Features: The software is equipped with a high-resolution video editing suite, intuitive drag-and-drop storyboard creation, and AI-driven predictive performance insights. Creators can tailor content for platform-specific dimensions, ensuring seamless viewing across devices.

Specifications: It supports up to 8K resolution, adaptive frame compression for quicker load times, and multi-layer timeline editing. Automated subtitle generation and voice-to-text capabilities enhance accessibility, while a built-in A/B testing mechanism allows for rapid comparative analysis.

Importance: This tool is not just functional; it is transformative. It eliminates the guesswork from micro-video advertising by offering real-time feedback loops, advanced targeting algorithms, and smart scheduling. Brands can thus experiment fearlessly, iterate intelligently, and engage meaningfully—all without diluting message potency.

Integration and Optimization: The Hidden Strengths

Strategically, bumper ads should not function in isolation. Their true power unfolds when they are embedded within a broader multi-format content strategy. The aforementioned software facilitates this integration by enabling seamless alignment with long-form videos, carousel posts, and story formats.

Through its real-time analytics dashboard, marketers can monitor click-through rates, audience retention, and engagement spikes. These metrics provide granular insights into how bumper ads perform across demographics, time zones, and user behaviors. With this data at hand, content can be refined and optimized for future deployments, enhancing both reach and resonance.

Furthermore, automated scheduling ensures that bumper ads are displayed at optimal intervals, aligned with user browsing patterns. This predictive functionality minimizes ad fatigue and maximizes visibility, ensuring consistent brand reinforcement.

Crafting Impact with Intellectual Finesse

The brilliance of bumper ads lies not in their duration but in their design. Every visual, every word, and every frame must serve a purpose. Strong brand colors, captivating imagery, and compelling taglines are essential. When these elements are choreographed with narrative finesse, they transform fleeting moments into lasting impressions.

The supporting software enhances this process by offering intelligent creative suggestions, trend-based theme templates, and neural aesthetic analyzers that predict visual appeal. This convergence of creativity and computation enables brands to stay culturally relevant and visually consistent.

You can also watch:  How to Search Competitors YouTube Ads By Keywords, Domains

Conclusion: Six Seconds That Redefine Branding

In a realm where milliseconds can make or break audience engagement, bumper ads emerge as a decisive tool for impactful storytelling. They demand precision, celebrate brevity, and reward innovation. By leveraging cutting-edge software equipped with sophisticated features and real-time analytical prowess, brands can harness the full potential of these micro-moments.

No longer can marketers afford to underestimate the power of a short-form visual narrative. Bumper ads are not merely a format—they are a philosophy of modern communication: concise, captivating, and calculated. Their strategic deployment within an integrated campaign ecosystem can profoundly elevate brand presence, turning mere seconds into timeless impressions.

[digitalskills-hub]

Top Trending AI Tools You Should Know in 2025

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer just a futuristic concept—it’s a present-day powerhouse transforming the way we live and work. From streamlining content creation to automating data analysis and even designing presentations, AI has found its way into nearly every profession.

Whether you're a student, freelancer, marketer, developer, or business owner, there’s an AI solution that can enhance your productivity. In this post, we’ll explore the most impactful and trending AI tools that are redefining efficiency, creativity, and innovation in 2025.

1. ChatGPT by OpenAI

ChatGPT continues to lead the AI revolution. As a powerful language model developed by OpenAI, it is capable of understanding and generating human-like responses. Professionals use it for writing, coding, brainstorming, and even tutoring.

Key Features:

Writes emails, articles, and scripts

Helps debug and generate code

Offers conversational AI for chatbots

Why It’s Trending: With updates like memory, plug-ins, and the ability to browse the internet, ChatGPT is evolving rapidly. It’s become an essential tool for students, entrepreneurs, and developers.

2. Midjourney

Midjourney is an AI-based image generation platform that transforms simple text prompts into high-resolution, imaginative visuals. It’s widely used by digital artists, marketers, and content creators.

Key Features:

Generates digital artwork in seconds

Supports stylized visuals

Ideal for social media campaigns and storytelling

Why It’s Trending: Midjourney produces visually stunning results with ease, eliminating the need for traditional design software and speeding up the creative process.

3. GrammarlyGO

GrammarlyGO extends Grammarly’s grammar-checking capability by introducing AI-driven writing suggestions. It enhances tone, clarity, and coherence based on your writing goals.

Key Features:

Context-aware rephrasing

Tone adjustment

Quick idea generation for emails and documents

Why It’s Trending: GrammarlyGO supports real-time editing and can adapt to your voice and purpose, helping users write more clearly and professionally.

4. Notion AI

Notion AI brings intelligence to your workspace. It helps you take notes, summarize documents, brainstorm content, and manage tasks—all inside the Notion app.

Key Features:

Smart content generation

Meeting and note summarization

AI-powered task management

Why It’s Trending: Its seamless integration with an already popular productivity tool makes Notion AI a favorite for teams and individuals who want smarter organization.

5. Pictory

Pictory uses AI to convert long-form text into short, engaging videos. It’s perfect for turning blog posts into video summaries, social media content, or educational clips.

Key Features:

Turns text into videos automatically

Supports voiceovers and subtitles

Offers a library of visuals and stock footage

Why It’s Trending: Video marketing is growing, and Pictory makes it easy to generate high-quality videos without editing skills, saving both time and money.

6. DALL·E 3 by OpenAI

DALL·E 3 is the latest image-generation model by OpenAI. It creates realistic and high-detail images from simple text prompts. It’s used by graphic designers, advertisers, and content creators.

Key Features:

Generates lifelike images

Allows prompt-based customization

Integrates with ChatGPT for seamless use

Why It’s Trending: Its enhanced realism and the ability to understand complex prompts make it one of the most powerful tools for visual storytelling and concept development.

7. Runway

Runway is changing the video editing game with AI features like background removal, scene generation, and text-based video editing. It’s popular among YouTubers, filmmakers, and marketers.

Key Features:

Real-time video editing

AI-powered scene and background editing

Supports motion tracking and VFX

Why It’s Trending: Runway simplifies professional-level video production, even for non-experts, making it a go-to tool for fast and polished content.

8. Jasper AI

Jasper AI specializes in content generation for marketing, blogs, and branding. With its tone and voice customization, it's ideal for businesses needing consistent and compelling content.

Key Features:

Writes SEO-optimized articles

Creates ad copy and email campaigns

Supports multiple tones and languages

Why It’s Trending: Jasper’s AI copywriting capabilities help businesses generate quality content at scale, reducing content production time significantly.

9. Synthesia

Synthesia allows users to create AI-generated videos using avatars that speak multiple languages. It's ideal for international training, online courses, and corporate messaging.

Key Features:

AI avatars with realistic expressions

Supports over 120 languages

No need for cameras or voice actors

Why It’s Trending: It reduces video production costs and simplifies localization, helping global teams communicate efficiently across borders.

10. Beautiful.ai

Beautiful.ai is a smart presentation builder that designs sleek and professional slides based on your content. It's perfect for business professionals and educators.

Key Features:

Auto-formats slides

Offers smart templates

Real-time design assistance

Why It’s Trending: No design skills? No problem. Beautiful.ai does the heavy lifting so users can focus on ideas, not formatting.

11. Copy.ai

Copy.ai helps marketers and entrepreneurs write better content faster. It generates headlines, social media posts, product descriptions, and even startup pitches.

Key Features:

Fast content generation

Templates for various industries

AI-powered idea generation

Why It’s Trending: It’s user-friendly and highly effective for content marketers who need fresh, engaging copy quickly.

How to Choose the Right AI Tool

With so many trending AI tools available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. Here are a few tips:

Define Your Goal: Whether it’s writing, designing, or automating tasks, choose a tool that matches your purpose.

Check Compatibility: Ensure the tool integrates well with your current workflow or platforms.

Start Free: Most tools offer free trials or freemium versions. Test them before committing to paid plans.

Stay Updated: AI tools evolve rapidly. Subscribe to newsletters or follow product updates to stay ahead.

Conclusion: Embrace the AI Wave

AI is no longer optional—it’s essential. The tools we’ve covered in this blog are not just tech fads; they’re transforming industries and helping professionals work smarter, not harder. Whether you're improving productivity, enhancing creativity, or automating tasks, these trending AI tools are your gateway to future-ready skills.

Start small. Pick one or two tools that align with your daily tasks. Explore their potential. The more you engage with AI today, the more prepared you’ll be for tomorrow’s digital-first world.

[honestlycasualkingdom]

The Ultimate Guide to Social Media Marketing in 2025

Social media has evolved far beyond likes and shares. In 2025, it’s a critical part of every business’s marketing funnel. Whether you're a startup or a global brand, social media marketing is one of the most powerful ways to build awareness, generate leads, and boost sales.

With new platforms emerging and algorithms constantly changing, businesses need an agile and data-driven approach. This guide will walk you through the top social media marketing strategies in 2025 to keep your brand competitive and visible.

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Why Social Media Still Matters in 2025

Over 5 billion people use social media globally, and the average user spends more than two hours per day across platforms. It’s where people discover products, interact with brands, and make purchasing decisions.

Having a well-defined social media strategy is not optional—it’s essential. Partnering with Pradeep Digital Marketing ensures your brand stays ahead of trends and drives measurable results.

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Top Social Media Platforms to Focus On in 2025

1. Instagram & Threads – Visual storytelling, short-form video, and personal branding

2. TikTok – Viral trends, brand awareness, and influencer collaborations

3. LinkedIn – B2B marketing, thought leadership, and professional networking

4. YouTube – Long-form video, tutorials, and in-depth content

5. X (formerly Twitter) – Real-time engagement and news-style updates

6. Pinterest & Snapchat – Ideal for lifestyle and Gen Z engagement

Each platform has its strengths. A successful strategy targets your ideal customer where they spend the most time.

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Key Social Media Trends in 2025

1. AI-Driven Content Creation

AI tools are revolutionizing how content is created. In 2025, brands use AI to:

Generate captions

Analyze engagement data

Design graphics and videos

Schedule posts at optimal times

Need help integrating AI into your content workflow? Pradeep Digital Marketing offers advanced content automation solutions tailored to your business.

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2. Short-Form Video is King

Short-form videos (30–60 seconds) continue to dominate on TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts. These bite-sized videos grab attention fast and keep users engaged.

Tips:

Use subtitles

Hook viewers in the first 3 seconds

Showcase your product or service early

Struggling with production? Let the video marketing experts create scroll-stopping content for your brand.

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3. Influencer Marketing is More Authentic

Influencers in 2025 are less about celebrity endorsements and more about community trust. Micro and nano influencers (with smaller, loyal audiences) are driving higher conversions.

Partner with influencers who:

Share your target audience

Have genuine engagement

Align with your brand values

Pradeep Digital Marketing can help you find and manage influencer partnerships that drive ROI.

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4. Social Commerce is Exploding

Social media is now a direct sales channel. Platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Pinterest allow users to purchase products without leaving the app.

Set up:

Instagram Shopping

TikTok Shop

Pinterest Product Pins

Ensure smooth checkouts, attractive visuals, and real-time customer support to increase sales.

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5. Community-Driven Brands Win

The algorithm now favors engagement and relationships over pure follower counts. Build a community that interacts, shares, and advocates for your brand.

Ways to build community:

Host AMAs or live sessions

Run polls and Q&As

Reply to comments and DMs quickly

Create branded hashtags

Looking to grow your community from scratch? Use social media management services to create loyal fans—not just followers.

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How to Build a Winning Social Media Strategy in 2025

Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

Step 1: Define Your Goals

Do you want to increase brand awareness, drive traffic, generate leads, or boost sales? Your content should align with clear objectives.

Step 2: Know Your Audience

Use insights and analytics to understand who your followers are, what they want, and when they’re online.

Step 3: Choose the Right Platforms

Don’t try to be everywhere. Focus on 2–3 platforms where your audience is most active.

Step 4: Create a Content Calendar

Plan content that’s:

Entertaining

Educational

Promotional

User-generated

Mix up formats—images, videos, carousels, stories, and reels.

Step 5: Analyze and Optimize

Track metrics like:

Engagement rate

Click-through rate (CTR)

Conversion rate

Follower growth

Use this data to refine your strategy monthly.

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Paid Ads vs. Organic Social: What Works in 2025?

Both are important—but they serve different goals.

Organic is best for:

Building community

Establishing trust

Long-term visibility

Paid is best for:

Immediate reach

Targeting specific demographics

Driving conversions

The secret? Combine both for a balanced strategy. Pradeep Digital Marketing offers full-service ad campaign management across all major platforms.

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Common Mistakes to Avoid in 2025

Posting without a strategy

Ignoring analytics and insights

Using the same content across all platforms

Being overly promotional

Failing to engage with your audience

Social media success isn’t just about posting—it’s about building relationships and adding consistent value.

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Conclusion

Social media marketing in 2025 is more advanced, competitive, and rewarding than ever. With the right strategy, tools, and team, your business can turn likes into leads and followers into loyal customers.

If you’re ready to take your social media to the next level, Pradeep Digital Marketing offers customized solutions for content creation, community growth, paid ads, and influencer marketing.

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Let’s turn your social media into a powerful business engine—starting today.

[salvadorbonaparte]

Streaming subtitles ranked best to worst in my experience and opinion

Netflix (often pretty decent and occasionally very good closed captions, occasionally cc for multiple languages, occasionally customisable, additionally offers audio description sometimes)

Amazon (sometimes bad and sometimes pretty decent, often lacking subtitles though)

Disney+ (frequent typos)

Paramount+ (the worst layout I have ever seen with weird left alignment and up to 5 lines)

All of them should pay their subtitlers more, use properly trained subtitlers, don't rely on automated captioning (I heard about the good omens subtitles scandal) and invest more in quality control

[translationsingapore]

Maximising Sales with Media Localization: A Quick Guide to Understanding and Implementing Effective Strategies

Businesses should choose the right localisation type based on their target audience to attract more sales. Subtitling works well for global reach, while dubbing and voice-over enhance the viewing experience for specific regions. With technological advancements in automation, businesses can now localize their media faster and more cost-effectively, offering new opportunities to engage diverse audiences and increase ROI.

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Understanding OTT Testing in 2025

OTT testing has become crucial for businesses striving to deliver seamless streaming experiences. As consumer demand for content continues to rise, companies must ensure their platforms function flawlessly across various devices and networks. ideyaLabs specializes in OTT testing, enhancing the user experience by identifying and resolving potential issues before they disrupt service.

What is OTT Testing?

OTT testing focuses on evaluating over-the-top streaming services. These services bypass traditional distribution channels. Instead, they deliver content directly to users via the internet. Popular examples include Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime Video. OTT testing verifies the performance, quality, and reliability of these services. It ensures users receive the best possible experience, regardless of where they watch.

Importance of OTT Testing

The rise of streaming services has changed how users consume content. The increase in competition has made it imperative for companies to stand out. Consumers expect high-definition video, minimal buffering, and seamless transitions. They demand exceptional quality. OTT testing ensures that businesses meet these expectations. By identifying potential issues early, companies can avoid negative user experiences. This proactive approach leads to higher customer satisfaction and retention.

Key Components of OTT Testing

OTT testing encompasses several essential components. These include functional testing, performance testing, security testing, and usability testing. Each component plays a role in delivering a successful streaming service.

Functional Testing

Functional testing verifies that all features in the OTT application work as intended. This testing includes checking playback functionality, subtitle options, and account management features. Every aspect of the service must function seamlessly. ideyaLabs focuses on identifying discrepancies and ensuring a bug-free experience for users.

Performance Testing

Performance testing evaluates how the OTT platform performs under various conditions. Businesses must assess how many concurrent users the service can support. Testing reveals how the platform behaves during peak traffic times. It is essential to maintain optimal performance to reduce buffering and enhance user satisfaction. ideyaLabs utilizes advanced techniques to evaluate performance and address bottlenecks effectively.

Security Testing

Security testing identifies vulnerabilities in the streaming service. With the rise of cyber threats, ensuring robust protection for user data is critical. Testing assesses encryption practices, authentication processes, and overall system security. OTT platforms must adhere to industry standards to protect sensitive information. ideyaLabs prioritizes security testing to safeguard user data and maintain trust.

Usability Testing

Usability testing evaluates the user interface and overall user experience. This aspect of testing ensures that the application is user-friendly and intuitive. Users should navigate the platform with ease. ideyaLabs conducts thorough usability assessments to enhance the user experience, leading to higher engagement and satisfaction.

Strategies for Effective OTT Testing

To achieve optimal results from OTT testing, businesses must adopt effective strategies. These strategies include automation, cross-device testing, and continuous testing. Each strategy enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of the testing process.

Automation

Automation streamlines the testing process. It allows for faster execution of test cases and reduces human error. Automated testing tools can simulate user interactions across different devices and networks. By implementing automation, ideyaLabs enhances testing efficiency and accuracy, providing timely feedback to development teams.

Cross-Device Testing

Consumers use various devices to access OTT content. Testing must cover a wide range of devices, including smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, and desktop computers. Cross-device testing ensures that the application performs optimally on all platforms. ideyaLabs prioritizes this comprehensive testing approach to guarantee a consistent user experience across devices.

Continuous Testing

Continuous testing integrates testing into the development process. This ensures that testing occurs throughout the software lifecycle. As updates and changes are made, continuous testing verifies that new features do not introduce bugs. ideyaLabs exemplifies this approach, enabling teams to deliver high-quality updates while maintaining service reliability.

Challenges in OTT Testing

OTT testing presents several challenges. These include varying network conditions, diverse devices and platforms, and rapidly changing user expectations. Each challenge requires strategic solutions to ensure successful testing outcomes.

Varying Network Conditions

OTT services must perform well over different network conditions. Users may connect via Wi-Fi, 4G, or 5G networks. Each connection type affects streaming quality. Testing under various network conditions is vital for identifying potential issues. ideyaLabs implements solutions that simulate diverse conditions to ensure optimal performance.

Diverse Devices and Platforms

The variety of devices and platforms complicates testing. Each device may render content differently. Operating systems and screen sizes also play a role in user experience. Comprehensive testing on multiple devices is necessary. ideyaLabs ensures thorough coverage to deliver consistent performance across all platforms.

Rapidly Changing User Expectations

Consumer expectations change rapidly in the OTT landscape. Users seek new features and improved performance regularly. Businesses must adapt quickly to meet these demands. Continuous feedback and agile methodologies enable ideyaLabs to stay ahead of evolving user expectations, ensuring high satisfaction levels.

Future of OTT Testing

The future of OTT testing looks promising. As technology advances, testing methodologies will evolve. Automation and artificial intelligence will play significant roles in the testing process. ideyaLabs anticipates these changes and prepares to integrate innovative solutions into its testing approach. The goal remains the same: to deliver seamless and enjoyable streaming experiences that meet users' demands.

Conclusion

OTT testing has become a vital component of the digital content delivery landscape. As services continue to grow, the need for comprehensive testing is undeniable. ideyaLabs excels in this field, ensuring that clients deliver exceptional streaming experiences. By focusing on functional, performance, security, and usability testing, ideyaLabs provides a holistic approach to OTT testing. Embracing effective strategies, addressing challenges, and embracing the future of technology positions ideyaLabs as a leader in OTT testing.