{"id":169,"date":"2025-01-07T16:07:31","date_gmt":"2025-01-07T16:07:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/323.santiago.bz\/?page_id=169"},"modified":"2026-04-04T16:09:41","modified_gmt":"2026-04-04T16:09:41","slug":"avatars","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/323.santiago.bz\/?page_id=169","title":{"rendered":"AVATARS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Virtual AI Avatars allow you to either 1) upload your own selfie and animate it with any chosen voice or 2) generate a completely new virtual human with its own voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Use Runway Characters | Runway\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/rWzxznNWXGQ?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">How to use Runway Characters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-the-clueless wp-block-embed-the-clueless\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"dmUjYVKiZk\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theclueless.ai\/\">The Clueless<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"\u00abThe Clueless\u00bb \u2014 The Clueless\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theclueless.ai\/embed#?secret=jGNHzcL0MD#?secret=dmUjYVKiZk\" data-secret=\"dmUjYVKiZk\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Seedance 2.0, RIP OpenClaw, Minimax M2.5, Google dominates, GLM-5, AI singing, new TTS: AI NEWS\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/hsQA5TSHZ7I?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Meet Your AI Co-Star: Create With Wan 2.6 \u201cStarring\u201d\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/5_2nM0R0HZk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Wan 2.6 \u201cStarring\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>BEST MOCAP AI tools<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/tato.studio\/best-ai-video-to-mocap\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/tato.studio\/best-ai-video-to-mocap<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AI tools that generate avatars from a photo<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Fotor AI Avatar Generator<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upload a photo, and Fotor will create cartoon-style or realistic avatars.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers a variety of styles, including anime, comic, and realistic portraits.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fotor.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fotor.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Avatarify AI<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allows you to create realistic animated avatars from a photo.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You can generate live avatars for video calls or pre-rendered animations.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/avatarify.ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">avatarify.ai<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. ToonMe<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Specializes in turning photos into cartoon avatars using various styles.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The app offers both free and paid options, though the free version is fairly robust.<br><strong>Platform:<\/strong> iOS, Android, Web<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/toonme.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">toonme.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Lensa AI (Limited Free Use)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Known for its high-quality, stylized avatar generation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers a few free avatars before switching to paid options.<br><strong>Platform:<\/strong> iOS, Android<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lensa-ai.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">lensa-ai.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. ZMO AI (Photo Cartoonizer)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Free AI tool that creates cartoon-like avatars from uploaded images.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offers a variety of artistic styles and works well for profile pictures.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/zmo.ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">zmo.ai<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. Ready Player Me<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Allows you to generate 3D avatars for VR, gaming, and the metaverse from a selfie.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avatars can be used in supported platforms like VRChat and Mozilla Hubs.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/readyplayer.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">readyplayer.me<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. Starry AI (AI Portrait Generator)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Create artistic avatars and portraits using an uploaded photo as a base.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free credits are provided daily for avatar creation.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/starryai.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">starryai.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Picrew (User-Created Avatar Styles)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Offers numerous avatar creation styles, designed by users.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While it doesn\u2019t generate avatars directly from photos, it\u2019s a fun, creative tool for making custom avatars.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/picrew.me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">picrew.me<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Synthesia<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Description:<\/strong> Generate videos featuring AI avatars that speak your script in various languages.<br><strong>Free Option:<\/strong> Offers a free demo video, but full access requires a subscription.<br><strong>Best For:<\/strong> Corporate training, tutorials, and marketing.<br><strong>Website:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.synthesia.io\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">synthesia.io<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. Heygen (Digital Clone)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>AI-Generated Talking Avatars:<\/strong><br>Users can upload a photo or choose from pre-existing avatars, then type a script, and HeyGen will create a video with realistic lip-syncing and voiceovers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Multilingual Support:<\/strong><br>It supports a wide range of languages and accents, making it ideal for global audiences.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Customizable Avatars:<\/strong><br>Users can create custom avatars using their own images or characters.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ease of Use:<\/strong><br>No video editing skills are required\u2014just upload a photo, input text, and the platform handles the rest.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pricing and Free Use:<\/strong><br>HeyGen offers a <strong>free trial<\/strong> with limited features. After that, users can choose from various pricing plans depending on their needs.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.heygen.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Website:<\/strong> heygen.com<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Another possibility:<\/strong><br>Create images and videos starring your own custom-designed virtual humans<br><a href=\"https:\/\/rendernet.ai\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/rendernet.ai\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Extremely realistic voice for AI Agent: <a href=\"https:\/\/sesame.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sesame.com<\/a> (Miles)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>KLING.ai &gt; Motion Control<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/app.klingai.com\/global\/quickstart\/motion-control-user-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/app.klingai.com\/global\/quickstart\/motion-control-user-guide<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>NPR: Family shows AI video of slain victim as an impact statement \u2014 possibly a legal first<\/strong><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2025\/05\/07\/g-s1-64640\/ai-impact-statement-murder-victim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">https:\/\/www.npr.org\/2025\/05\/07\/g-s1-64640\/ai-impact-statement-murder-victim<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A.I. Isn\u2019t Coming for Moe the Bartender. Not Yet, Anyway.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/R9cccXZm2m8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Hank Azaria on AI Voices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How to Create an AI Clone (HeyGen Avatar Tutorial)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xHZ3kfzP6YY?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Runway Can Create Characters?! | An AI Animation Tutorial\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/lLwdj865P7g?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ASSIGNMENT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>12 \u2022 Create a virtual clone of yourselves where you will be reciting the poem you created at the beginning of the semester. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can explore a new improved poem too. 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