5 New Tools Worth Checking Out - December 23, 2025 | thistools

Looking at the launches for December 23, 2025, it's a mix of practical work tools and some genuinely imaginative projects that caught my eye. For teams building their own platforms, a couple of these new developer tools could be particularly interesting.

hq0

For customer-facing teams tired of the generic look of third-party video platforms, hq0 offers a compelling alternative. Instead of sending a link to a Zoom or Google Meet room, you can host fully branded video meetings directly on your own company domain. This seems ideal for sales demos, client consultations, or any external meeting where maintaining a professional, cohesive brand identity matters. Beyond the customization, it handles the administrative heavy lifting automatically. The platform records sessions, uses AI to generate summaries, and even sends out follow-up emails, which could save a significant amount of time for teams that live in back-to-back calls. It’s a paid product, so it's clearly targeting businesses that see value in a polished, integrated communication experience. If your team’s workflow is heavily dependent on video and you want more control over the client's visual journey, this is worth a look.

Internal Link: hq0

Star Sailors

Shifting gears entirely, Star Sailors turns your browser into a portal for cosmic exploration. This is a citizen science game that uses real astronomical data, allowing you to scan the skies, hunt for exoplanets, and classify distant galaxies. The appeal here isn't just in the gameplay but in the genuine contribution you make; your discoveries and classifications feed into actual scientific research. It’s a free, web-based experience that feels like a meaningful way to unwind. You’re not just playing a game; you’re participating in a collective effort to map the universe. It might not have the flashy graphics of a blockbuster title, but the idea that your casual browsing could help advance astronomy is a powerful hook for the curious and scientifically minded.

Internal Link: star-sailors

NoteGPT

We’ve seen a flood of AI note-taking assistants, but NoteGPT distinguishes itself by focusing on creating actionable study materials. It automatically records, transcribes, and summarizes content from meetings, lectures, videos, and articles. Where it gets more interesting is its ability to generate flashcards and condensed summaries from that content. This moves beyond simple transcription into the realm of active learning support. As a freemium tool available on web and mobile, it seems perfectly suited for students, lifelong learners, or professionals who need to quickly digest and retain information from various sources. The mention of WordPress in its tech stack is a curious detail—perhaps hinting at future integrations for content creators. The real test for any tool like this is the accuracy of its summaries and the usefulness of the flashcards it generates, but the premise is solid.

Internal Link: notegpt

NOIZ AI

Voice cloning technology is advancing quickly, and NOIZ AI is stepping in with a focus on emotional control. This platform lets you clone a voice and then fine-tune the emotional delivery of the generated speech—something that most text-to-speech engines struggle with. The applications are broad, from creating more engaging audiobooks and video content to producing multilingual dubbing that actually carries the right tone. With a freemium model and a developer-ready API, it appeals to both casual creators and developers looking to build voice features into their own applications. The big question with any voice AI, of course, revolves around ethical use and consent. The technology is impressive, but its responsible implementation will be key. For creators who need high-quality, expressive synthetic speech, this could be a powerful asset.

Internal Link: noiz-ai

Wave Browser

Wave Browser attempts to address a very modern dilemma: the feeling that time spent online is time wasted in the real world. It’s a standard web browser with a core philanthropic mission. Through a partnership with the organization 4ocean, your everyday browsing activity helps fund the removal of plastic and trash from oceans and coastlines. The premise is that by simply using this browser instead of another, you’re creating a positive environmental impact. It promises the smart tools and efficient features you’d expect, but its main selling point is the direct link to a cause. As a free product available on desktop and mobile, it’s an easy switch for the environmentally conscious. The success of such a model hinges on transparency—users will want to know exactly how their usage translates into tangible results.

Internal Link: wave-browser

Today’s batch of launches shows a continued trend of tools that either automate routine tasks or add a layer of purpose to our digital activities. From branded meetings and AI note-taking to galactic exploration and browser-based activism, there's something for a wide range of interests.

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