Adobe Acrobat can now generate presentations and audio podcasts from your documents (www.engadget.com)

Adobe has announced significant enhancements to its Acrobat suite, introducing new generative AI features that allow users to create presentations and podcasts from their documents. Building on the capabilities of Acrobat Studio launched in August, the updated tools let users compile documents into a PDF Space and generate a presentation by prompting the AI assistant to create an outline. Users can then choose from several professional designs to finalize their slides, with the flexibility to make edits without needing to regenerate the entire presentation. Additionally, the collaborative features allow multiple users to contribute and comment within PDF Spaces, streamlining teamwork on projects. The new functionality extends to generating audio podcasts from PDFs, where Acrobat will simulate a conversation between two hosts discussing the material. This innovation is especially beneficial for educators and students, as it not only enhances collaboration but also simplifies the learning process by facilitating quick summaries and providing citation support. With the integration of natural-language prompts for document editing and a revamped help section, Adobe's latest updates aim to save users time and improve efficiency, positioning Acrobat as a powerful tool for both professionals and students in the AI/ML landscape.