Useful AI Wishlist

 List of AI things would be actually worthwhile to pursue (instead of some of the junk that goes on):

* Earthquake Prediction. Not "forecasting" (i.e. vague regions + probabilities, over long periods). Prediction.

* Motion blur removal from single-shot, low resolution JPG's.

* Using content recognition to identify similar features across multiple content streams, for precise timestamp synchronisation.

* Removing rap vocals from music while keeping the general idea

National Airlines - 747 Freighter in Christchurch

Christchurch Airport had a welcome visitor today:  A 747-400 freighter from National Airlines!  And not just any one of the fleet, but N936CA - a bird painted in a striking red + white "30th Anniversary" livery!

Grey Warbler (Riroriro) - First successful photo

Came home today to the sound of a grey warbler (riroriro) sporadically singing away in a tree. Think I may have finally captured a photo of the elusive bird with the beautiful high-trilling song!

Playing with the exposure, it becomes clear that it has stunning red eyes, confirming its identity. Luckily, everything came together to make this happen today!

 

Juvenile Silvereyes

Wheee! This afternoon, I came home to the sound of juvenile silvereyes excitedly crying for food. I rushed inside, mounted the bird lens, and looked up at the tree armed with some proper gear. I'm glad I did, as it turns out there were 3 of them in an adorable huddle, and not just the single fat one I thought I'd seen earlier!  😊

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