February 21, 2023 -

So when Bard first came out I applied for the waitlist to use it and eventually gained access. This is not too surprising and a lot of people got it.

I've been using a lot of AI and prompt engineering recently and I think Google probably sees this and uses that to recommend the option to do labs with them. It showed up in my Google Docs when I opened it up.

I'm wondering if I'm the only one or not but so far it is very cool. This is the email and it can do cool things like elaborate, shorten, formalize, or the classic "I'm Feelin' Lucky". Nowhere close to ChatGPT in ability but very convenient.

Exclusive Google Labs access. Although not as powerful as ChatGPT my school and a lot of my life revolves around Google Docs and gmail so it is VERY convenient.

Google is trying to create a competitor to ChatGPT and honestly, this approach seems like a good one to make sense so many things are linked to the Google Suite

These show the options in docs and also funny how it just made a scenario about someone being robbed. :)

Let me know if you have anything you guys want me to do with it (Gmail & Docs) and I will reply with the response. Also I will start making more posts regarding the topic.

December 1, 2024 -

How to (Try to) Sign Up for Google Labs:

1. Go to the Google Labs Website: The first step is to find the official Google Labs website. It's usually accessible through a direct search on Google for "Google Labs" or by looking for a "Labs" or experimental features section within various Google products (like Search, Gmail, etc.). Keep an eye out for a page that specifically mentions trying out new experiments.

2. Look for a Sign-Up or Join Button: Once on the Google Labs page, there should be a clear call to action if they are currently accepting new testers. This might be a button that says "Sign Up," "Join Labs," "Become a Tester," or something similar.

3. Follow the Instructions: Clicking the sign-up button will likely lead to a form or a series of steps to follow. This might involve:

   • Agreeing to Terms and Conditions: Make sure to read these carefully. Being a tester usually comes with certain responsibilities.

   • Providing Information: They might ask for some basic information about their Google account or their interests.

   • Expressing Interest in Specific Labs: Sometimes, Google Labs allows you to indicate which experiments you're most interested in trying.

4. Wait for Access: Signing up doesn't guarantee immediate access. Google often rolls out access in waves or based on specific criteria. They'll likely receive an email notification if they are accepted into the program or gain access to specific labs.

5. Check Within Google Products: Once they've signed up, they should also keep an eye out within their Google products (like Search or potentially a dedicated Google Labs app if one exists) for new experimental features that they can try.

What it Means to Be a Trusted Tester (Based on General Practices):

Being a "trusted tester" for Google Labs typically means they get early access to experimental features and technologies that are still under development. In return, Google expects them to:

• Actively Use the Features: The more they use the labs, the more valuable their feedback becomes.

• Provide Detailed Feedback: This is the most crucial part. They should report bugs, usability issues, and their overall impressions of the features. Google usually provides specific channels or tools for submitting feedback.

• Be Constructive and Specific: Instead of just saying "it's bad," they should explain why and offer suggestions for improvement.

• Understand Things Might Break: Experimental features are often unstable and may not always work perfectly. They should be prepared for potential issues.

• Respect Confidentiality (If Applicable): Sometimes, Google Labs features are pre-release and confidential. Testers might be asked not to publicly discuss them.

• Be Patient: Development takes time, and the features they test might change significantly or even be discontinued.

So, there you have it! Share those steps with your Reddit friends and let them know that becoming a Google Labs tester is like getting a sneak peek into the future of Google, with the important responsibility of helping to shape that future through their feedback. Good luck to them! 😉

**I have no idea how I have a workspace email and a trusted tester status, likely because I was using Gmail in beta over 20 years ago and whatnot. But I get pretty early access to most the labs products quickly, Veo took me a year to get access, but I have almost unlimited video generations per day.