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In the second part of our conversation with Joe Kissell about Take Control of DEVONthink 4, Joe focuses on its updated inspector system, subtle interface improvements, and a powerful suite of new AI features. He discusses how large language model integration—from ChatGPT to Claude—enhances document sorting, summarizing, and research. Joe also shares concerns about AI, how DevonThink addresses them, and how the app balances automation with control.
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Show Notes:
Chapters:
00:08 Introduction to DevonThink 4
04:31 Concerns About AI Integration
05:21 New AI Features Overview
11:52 Enhancing Document Interaction
17:05 The Future of Research with AI
28:31 Other Improvements in DevonThink 4
31:14 Free Trial and Resources
35:00 Closing Thoughts and Future Updates
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Joe Kissell is the publisher of Take Control ebooks, as well as the author of over 60 books on a wide variety of tech topics. Keep up with him if you can on his personal site, JoeKissell.com, and on Twitter.
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