This AI tool is like Perplexity, NotebookLM, and ChatGPT put together — here's why you need it
Of course, there are the obvious options like ChatGPT, Gemini, or one of the other major AI brands, powered by billions in funding and massive supercomputers. However, that doesn't mean they are always the best option for what you need.
For example, for students looking to get an edge on a research project, there are lots of other great options out there. After spending some time testing it, one of my new top picks is Logically.
Logically, formerly known as Afforai, is an AI workspace. It can be used for both research and writing.
In the Logically app or desktop system, you can have everything you need in one place. Start a new document, and you can set headings, write text, add bullet points, tables, images, code, and pretty much anything you would need to write a book, article, research paper, or essay.
This alone is seen in countless places like Notion, Word or pretty much any other AI-powered writing software.
Logically stands out by combining its writing technology with AI research tools in a few ways:
Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips.
Chatbot functionality
Much like NotebookLM, you can add research documents, papers, or links for the tool to comb through.
Alternatively, through the built-in chatbot, you can ask questions using AI models like Gemini, GPT-4o, or Claude 3.5. This is paired with Google search functions to work in the same way as you might use ChatGPT or Gemini to research a project.
Research like a scholar
Equally, you can use a feature called Semantic Scholar. Instead of searching the web and the training data of whichever AI model you're using, it will comb through a database of 200 million peer-review research papers.
In this mode, it will not only offer the research papers that best answer your question, but it will also offer the reference, the best quote from the paper and allow you to save your reference straight into a bibliography if needed.
Document retrival
Finally, if you have an exact list of research documents you want to use, a third tool will change the chatbot to only answer questions from your list of research sources. This will also provide citations and references for any information it provides you.
Referencing is, quite frankly, a nightmare. Trying to remember where you found a quote, figure or concept can take forever if you don't note it down. Even if you do, there is then the formatting to make it correct for the document.
Part of the benefit of Logically is that it does it all for you. Upload documents and links to your project and it will keep them all in one place. By doing this, you can search these documents using the in-built chatbot or just use them for referencing down the line.
You can also add tags to different sources, keeping them all organised in different categories.
With all of the incredible things AI can do right now, this is hardly ground-breaking. In a lot of ways, this is a tool that is simply taking the best of other AI systems and using them all in one place.
But, that is what works so well. Why split your time between ChatGPT, NotebookLM and Perplexity, when you can have them all in one place. On top of all those research tools, youa also have your actual project in the same place too.
For the occasional quick project, this isn't all that useful. But if you're in school, working towards a PhD or in a research role that requires you to be constantly deep into a project, Logically feels like it has nailed the formula.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
CNET
an hour ago
- CNET
Samsung Brought Back My Favorite Feature for Its Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic
While competitors release predictable updates to their smartwatches, Samsung isn't afraid to surprise us (for better or worse) with design and feature changes each year. And with the Galaxy Watch 8 Classic in particular, announced at Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event, my favorite feature has made a welcome reappearance: the physical rotating bezel, a touch of romantic elegance that made me fall in love with Galaxy Watches in the first place. The Galaxy Watch 8 also has a new look and thinner frame, while the Galaxy Watch Ultra keeps the same functional, squared-off frame as before with a new Titanium blue color that will appeal to people who want a more rugged timepiece. But it's not just aesthetics that have changed in this year's revisions. The company is also stepping things up when it comes to health tools, including several features I've never seen on a smartwatch, like noninvasive skin analysis and AI-powered coaching for sleep and running. The Galaxy Watch 8 and Watch 8 Classic also have a smarter voice assistant and are the first smartwatches with Google's Gemini AI baked right inside, ready to handle complex tasks. Watch this: The Rotating Bezel is Back! A Look at Samsung's New Galaxy Watch 8 and Classic 04:31 Pricing and availability The Galaxy Watch 8 starts at $350 for the 40mm model and $380 for the 44mm one. The LTE versions are $50 more: $400 for the 40mm model and $430 for the 44mm watch. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic, with its rotating bezel and physical crown, comes in a single 46mm size and costs $500, or $550 for the LTE model. The Titanium Blue version of the Galaxy Watch Ultra is $650, the same price as the original 2024 model. This version gets the same internal upgrades as the Watch 8 lineup, including a 64GB storage bump. All models are available for preorder now with shipping starting July 25. If you reserve early from Samsung you can get $50 in Samsung credit; your wireless carrier may also have deals on the watches and Samsung's just-announced phones. The 40mm version of the Galaxy Watch 8 has a new design with a circular screen and squircle frame. Joseph Maldonado/CNET Health and fitness features Samsung continues to expand the Galaxy Watch's role as a health and wellness tool, building on existing features like ECG, SpO₂ (shorthand for peripheral capillary oxygen saturation), sleep tracking and its AGEs Index, which reflects your metabolic aging process. The headliner is a new Antioxidant Index, which measures carotene (one type of antioxidant) levels in your skin with a simple five-second press of your thumb on the sensor (no needle needed). Since antioxidants help clear toxins from the body, knowing your levels can offer actionable steps for improving your health. The watch will rate your levels on a scale from low to high and then offer generic recommendations on the Samsung Health app on how you can improve your levels if they're on the lower side. It's important to note that this metric isn't clinically verified and isn't meant to replace a medical-grade test. It's designed to offer a baseline reading that may help you make real-time lifestyle adjustments, but it won't provide the detailed or precise results you'd get from a traditional blood test. The Antioxidant Index on the new Galaxy Watches. Joseph Maldonado/CNET There's also a new metric called Vascular Load, which measures strain on your heart during sleep. These readings are translated into a low-to-high scale to help you understand how behaviors (like sodium or alcohol intake) may be contributing to long-term heart disease risk. Sleep tracking gets a serious upgrade, too. A new Bedtime Guidance tool uses a three-day analysis of your circadian rhythm and sleep pressure (aka sleep debt) to recommend an ideal bedtime window. It factors in heart rate, HRV, skin temperature, and even environmental cues like room temperature or brightness (if you've got connected SmartThings devices). The goal: Improve your sleep quality, recovery and energy throughout the day. The new Running Coach gives you a personalized training plan to help meet your goals. Samsung The coaching isn't just for sleep; the new Galaxy Watches are also debuting a Running Coach feature. It starts with a 12-minute running assessment that scores your fitness from level 0 (beginner) to level 10 (marathon-ready). From there, it builds a personalized four-to-six-week training plan tailored to your distance or performance goals. Similar to Apple's new Workout Buddy, Samsung's Running Coach offers real-time, contextual feedback while you're running, like pointing out a major milestone. But unlike Apple's version, Samsung's tool goes a step further by actually adapting your future training plans based on your progress. Design The two new Galaxy Watches take a page out of the Galaxy Watch Ultra's playbook ditching the traditional circular watch face for a "cushion" design that has a round screen set inside a "squircle" frame (square with rounded edges). As someone who thought the Ultra looked too big and masculine for my wrist, I'm still not totally sold on the design shift. But I'm a sucker for that rotating bezel on the Classic (the Ultra's is static), so I can't help but love the look, even if it doesn't feel like it was made for me. The Galaxy Watch 8 Classic brings back the rotating bezel in two color options: white or black. Joseph Maldonado/CNET The Classic also adopts the customizable quick-action button of the Ultra that also doubles as a crown wedges between the two navigation buttons. Despite my preference for the sleeker, edgeless circular design of past Galaxy Watches, there may be some benefits to the new design, including a slimmer form factor. According to Samsung, the Galaxy Watch 8 is 11% slimmer and lighter than its predecessor. When trying it on, I was blown away by how light it felt on my wrist without the usual belly bump bulge of the body. Pair that with a new band system, which reduces the gap between the watch and your wrist and you have a noticeably more comfortable fit. Thanks to the tighter sensor-to-skin contact, it's also more accurate at capturing heart rate data. This is still subject to testing, but if it holds up, it may be a justified design trade-off. Width comparison between the Galaxy Watch 8, Galaxy Watch 8 Classic and Galaxy Watch Ultra. Both the Ultra and the Classic have the crown that doubles as an action button. Joseph Maldonado/CNET The Galaxy Watch 8 comes in silver and graphite with an aluminum frame, while the Classic opts for a stainless steel finish in just silver. Size-wise, the regular Watch 8 comes in 40mm and 44mm options, while the Classic is only available in 46mm, which looks pretty large on my 6-inch (15cm) wrist and definitely leans more masculine. I can't help but miss the days when Samsung offered more feminine options like rose gold or even just plain gold, though it's been a while since those were part of the lineup. The new Galaxy Watches are the first smartwatches to debut Google's Gemini AI assistant out of the box. Joseph Maldonado/CNET Gemini on the watch The new One UI 8 software brings a refreshed user experience that is easier to navigate. Notifications are separated by app and instant access to your six most-used apps. The Watches also takes a page from the Galaxy phone with a new "Now bar" at the bottom of the screen for quick access to active apps like timers or media controls. But the most important software update is the addition of Gemini AI. The new Galaxy Watches are the first with Google's AI assistant built-in, bringing more complex commands and contextual understanding to your wrist. You can ask it to check your most recent running pace, start a five-mile run and launch your workout playlist simultaneously, set a timer to boil pasta based on a recipe in your notes, adjust the font size on the watch, or have it draft a text letting a friend know you're running late. Since Gemini requires an internet connection to work, you'll need to have your phone paired nearby or use an LTE version of the watch. Battery and storage Let's set expectations: Just because the Galaxy Watch 8 looks like the Ultra doesn't mean it matches the Ultra's three-day battery life. But there's still good news to share. Samsung says the Watch 8 has an 8% larger battery than the Watch 7: 325 mAh vs. 300 mAh (for the 40mm), and 435 mAh vs. 425 mAh (for the 44mm). The Classic tops out at 445 mAh, which is still well below the Ultra's 590 mAh battery. How much that translates into real-world use remains to be seen, but any boost is welcome, especially paired with the efficiency gains from the new Wear OS 6 update. Storage also doubles across the board, with 64GB now standard (up from 32GB), including a new Titanium Blue version of the Ultra. This is just a first look based on hands-on time. We'll find out if these features live up to the hype when put to the test in our full review, coming soon.
Android Authority
an hour ago
- Android Authority
Android's new design is bouncy and I'm all for it
Joe Maring / Android Authority From blobs to bounce to bright colors, your phone is about to look and feel a lot different, with Google bringing more of an opinionated approach to its design than we've ever seen before. In the world of software design, many are used to looking to Apple for inspiration, but Google's Material Design bucks that trend with its boldest and most daring design strategy yet. Is Google's more playful approach going to be a hit and entice an entirely new type of consumer to give Android a try? Or is it just going to alienate longtime Android users? In my time with the latest Android 16 beta, I've encountered some of these new design elements, while some are not yet implemented. Let's dive into a few of my favorite interactions. Bringing Android to life with a bounce There's a new bounce throughout Android as a whole. That's the best word I can think of to describe how it looks and feels, and it makes the OS feel more functional, playful, and interactive, bringing it to life in a way that previous versions did not. The changes are subtle but important, adding up to an overall design that feels fluid and fun. The most obvious example of this is the new notification panel. Swiping to dismiss an alert now feels like you're peeling the notification away from the stack, in the best possible way. Swipe slowly to really see all the different aspects of this seemingly simple interaction all come together. The corners morph from slightly squared off to more round, the surrounding notifications move ever-so-slightly in the same direction as your swipe, and just at the right moment — about 10% of the way into your swipe — haptic feedback signals the point at which your chosen notification detaches from the stack, all while the remaining notifications bounce gently back into place. All of that comes together to create a really satisfying swipe gesture. Before this change, a notification dismissal felt independent of the surrounding notifications. You'd swipe, the box would fly off the screen, and the stack would collapse together to fill the space. While it worked fine then, the whole experience just feels more cohesive and intentional now. And again, that snap — or haptic feedback, rather — when the notification detaches from the rest of the stack is super satisfying. There's a new bounce throughout Android as a it makes the OS feel more functional, playful, and interactive in a way that previous versions did not. Another example of Google's move toward motion is the increase in shape shifting with Material components. Google's updated design documentation now contains a ton of new tools and guidelines to create a more animated UI, like button groups, where the selected button morphs into a more oval-like shape, while the unselected buttons remain more squared off. You can already see this shape shifting in the new Quick Settings panel. When you turn on the flashlight, for example, the button goes from a rounded oval to a rounded square. This is a nice way to quickly visualize which buttons are activated and which aren't. And of course, there's that bounce again. The surrounding buttons animate with a bounce with each tap of the flashlight button, again leading to a more cohesive experience. Since we're still in beta, there are still a lot of new design elements on the way. You can check out the full list of Material 3 Expressive components in Google's documentation. It only matters if Google cares enough Google is making it clear: it wants Android and apps on the platform to come alive. And it means it, too, so much so that it includes an entirely new motion physics system in M3 Expressive, designed to allow developers to customize the physics of their apps more easily than previously possible. This is something I'm particularly excited about, and I really hope Google and third party developers alike implement this in tasteful ways, leading to apps that feel right at home in this new evolution of Android. That's a really important point, though. All of this sounds great — and so far, from what I've seen, looks great — but will developers buy into this new design language? Will Google itself implement it into their own apps, thus taking the lead and setting the example for what M3 Expressive is all about? There are already traces pointing to some of Google's main apps implementing the new design language, but only time will tell if other developers will follow suit. Based on what you've seen, do you like the added animations in Android 16? 1 votes Yes, but I hope Google doesn't overdo it. 0 % Yes, and I hope they continue to add more throughout the OS. 100 % No, Android is already animated enough. 0 % I don't use Pixel launcher, so I'll probably never see this anyway. 0 % I've used Android for a long time now. Pixel 2 XL was my first Android device, though, so I know many of you have used Android a lot longer than me. This has me wondering what more tenured Android enthusiasts think of this design direction. Historically, Android didn't use nearly as much motion, which may be preferred by some longtime users. With the new direction, it appears Google is going for a more mass market appeal, and I'd argue this is the right move, positioning Google to appeal to a generation of users who are used to, say, the fluidity of iOS, but maybe they're looking at trying Android thanks to Google's promising AI features. Google is making a huge bet here with Material 3 Expressive. The motion adds a fluidity that was lacking in previous versions of Android, a cohesiveness that now feels obvious, and a whole new way for developers to make their apps more beautiful and more functional. The goal is seemingly in the name itself — Material Design — and all these new animations definitely make your device seem more like a material you can feel.
Yahoo
2 hours ago
- Yahoo
AI startups believe Google's Chrome is vulnerable to a new wave of intelligent browsers
AI startups are breaking into the web browser business, posing a threat to one of Google's biggest businesses. Perplexity, which this week launched its own AI-enabled web browser, Comet, is leading the charge. Experts say Google's relative slowness on AI has left an opening that could give AI startups a chance of grabbing market share. A flurry of AI startups are changing the way we search the web and in the process threatening Google's search dominance in the biggest way since its meteoric rise in the late '90s. This week, Perplexity, a San Francisco-based startup most recently valued at $14 billion, launched its own AI-enabled web browser for select subscribers. OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, is also working on an AI web browser of its own, reported Reuters. These AI web browsers directly aim at Google's dominance over search, especially through its popular Google Chrome web browser, and have the potential to upend the industry as we know it by reimagining the search experience, said Steve Jang, the founder and managing partner at Kindred Ventures, which was an early investor in Perplexity. 'Every tech cycle, everyone questions whether or not a new startup can—how can they possibly defeat or even get significant market share away from these legacy platforms, and they always do,' he told Fortune. Perplexity's AI browser, Comet, for instance, comes with Perplexity's AI chatbot pre-installed to replace searches. It also includes an AI agent called Comet Assistant, which the company claims can automatically book a meeting or send an email, buy something for you, and brief you on what you need to know for the day. The entry of these AI products may also be timely and could take advantage of a 'window of opportunity,' as Google faces an uncertain future thanks to the impending remedies resulting from its antitrust case, said Ari Paparo, a former director of product management of advertiser products at Google. One such remedy could include spinning off the Chrome web browser that the AI upstarts are trying to compete with. Google didn't immediately respond to a request for comment. Still, it's unclear how the search market will ultimately pan out as a result of the new entrants. Google Chrome, for its part, still has an advantage because of its established reach of more than 3 billion users, about 68% of the market, and the massive amount of user data it collects—then there's the friction involved with switching browsers, a challenge in itself. But in terms of AI usage, OpenAI is already competing head-to-head with Google. Twenty-nine percent of consumers say they use OpenAI regularly, versus 30% who say they use Google's Gemini, according to a recent survey by Wedbush. Paparo said the technology from AI web browsers needs to be significantly better to convince consumers to switch products. 'What is it that a browser from Perplexity or a browser from OpenAI will do that'll be 10 times better than what Google does? They already have search, they already have AI, they already have the browser. That's a pretty tough hill to climb,' Paparo told Fortune. What's worse, the AI-enabled Comet, like most other AI platforms, is in some cases still prone to hallucinations, TechCrunch reported. Still, Jang, the VC, said he is still confident the Perplexity team is set up to make major strides. Apart from Comet, the company has also previously launched a mobile app with voice capability and its own take on supercharged AI agents with Perplexity Labs. While Google may be the giant in search, Perplexity is the eager upstart looking for an opening, he said. 'Monopolies in technology are great opportunities for startups, and by design they are meant to be attacked,' he added. This story was originally featured on
