Video call enhancement

Casablanca ✓

Boost your Performance in Video Calls through Authentic Eye Contact.

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You are business professionals and need: Improving trust and engagement in business meetings
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Closed beta phase
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Enhances video call quality

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Overview

Casablanca is an AI-based tool designed to enhance the quality of video calls by incorporating authentic eye contact. It runs on both Windows and Mac and is built to work with all video conferencing platforms.

Casablanca aims to replace the cold distance of traditional video calling with more realistic facial expressions and genuine interactions. The tool corrects your gaze so that it appears you are looking directly at your conversation partner, adding a level of realism and authenticity to digital conversations.

Notably, Casablanca adjusts the entire head, not just the eyes. This means that even if you are looking at a second screen, the software will 'frontalize' your face for an optimal alignment in the video.An important feature is the non-permanent staring.

This means that if you look away in real-life, your gaze direction in the video will change accordingly, emulating a natural conversation. Overall, Casablanca is focused on creating a real, authentic connection in video calls by mimicking the natural behavior of eye contact and facial movements.

The tool is currently in a closed beta phase, and interested users can join a waitlist for access.

  • Auto Head And Gaze Correction
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Best for

Short scenarios where Casablanca tends to shine.

  • Improving trust and engagement in business meetings

    Best for Business professionals

  • Enhancing recruitment interviews by making candidates appear more likeable and competent

    Best for Recruiters

  • Increasing sales success through more convincing video pitches

    Best for Sales teams

  • Boosting team productivity with better communication

    Best for Team leaders

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Sample generations and before/after results for Casablanca.

Access & connections

Where you can use Casablanca, and what it plugs into.

Platforms

Web

Integrations

Capabilities

What this tool accepts, produces, and is strongest at.

Highlights

  • Local

Supported features

  • Runs Locally

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Enhances video call quality
  • Windows and Mac compatibility
  • Works with all conferencing platforms
  • Authentic and realistic interactions
  • Simulates natural eye contact
  • Adjusts not just eyes
  • Features non-permanent staring
  • Offers waitlist for beta
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  • Frontalizes face for alignment
  • Realistic facial expression mimicry
  • Authentic gaze direction simulation
  • Adds authenticity to digital communication
  • Natural behavior mimicry technology
  • Supports full-head alignment
  • Enhances digital conversation realism
  • Closed beta offers exclusivity
  • Real, authentic connection focus
  • Emulates real-life conversational interactions

Cons

  • Closed beta phase
  • Requires waitlist access
  • Kickstarter financing
  • Potential functionality limitations
  • Requires gaze adjustment
  • No mobile version
  • Non-permanent staring confusion
  • Frontalization may be unnatural
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  • Real-time performance not specified
  • No information on pricing

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Releases 1

Initial release December 9, 2023 Current
Initial release of Casablanca.

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Amar Yimaj Jun 3, 2025 v@ initial release

yas is the most important thing to me

Guy Vago Nov 18, 2024 v@ initial release

I'm using a 27" screen. with a pro logitec webcam. If it's mounted on top, it's way to high, if it's below the screen, it's way to low.
I've also tried boom arms and other gadgets to put the cam in the middle of the screen, however, while it's a good temporary solution, it's blocking my screen and instead of looking at the person, i'm watching my cam... Casablanca is a great alternative and while it was glitchy at 1st, it is now stable and a great alternative that just works.
Not sure why Google, Zoom and others haven't implemented this option OOTB. Way to go Casablanca!

FAQ 12

Does Casablanca improve video call quality on both Mac and Windows?
Yes, Casablanca works on improving video call quality on both Mac and Windows.
How does Casablanca create a more authentic interaction in video calls?
Christoph Augenstein
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karma
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Casablanca creates a more authentic interaction in video calls by mimicking the natural behavior of eye contact and facial movements. It aligns the user's gaze to appear as though they are looking directly at the conversation partner. Additionally, it adjusts not just the eyes but the entire head for optimal alignment, emphasizing natural conversation flow.
How does the gaze correction feature in Casablanca work?
The gaze correction feature in Casablanca works by adjusting the user's gaze so that it appears they are looking directly at their conversation partner. This adds a level of realism and authenticity to digital conversations.
How does Casablanca 'frontalize' my face during a call?
Casablanca 'frontalizes' the user's face during a call by adjusting the entire head, not just the eyes. This means even if the user looks at a second screen, the software optimally aligns the face for better engagement in the video call.
Can Casablanca mimic my facial expressions during a video call?
Yes, Casablanca can mimic facial expressions during a video call. It is focused on creating a real, authentic connection in video calls by mimicking the natural behavior of eye contact and facial movements.
What does non-permanent staring mean in the context of Casablanca?
The term 'Non-permanent staring' in the context of Casablanca suggests that if the user looks away in real-life, their gaze direction in the video will change accordingly, simulating a natural conversation.
Why does Casablanca focus on eye contact simulation in video calls?
Christoph Augenstein
🛠️ 1
tool
🙏 76
karma
wrote:
Casablanca focuses on eye contact simulation in video calls to establish a more authentic connection, as eye contact plays a vital role in establishing trust and rapport in communication.
What type of video call enhancement does Casablanca provide?
Casablanca provides video call enhancements such as authentic eye contact, adjusted head alignment, and realistic facial expressions for a more realistic and engaging conversation.
How does Casablanca adjust the entire head during a call?
Casablanca adjusts the entire head during a call by 'frontalizing' the user's face. This means even if the user turns to look at a second screen, the software will adjust the head alignment in the video for an optimal, face-to-face oriented conversation.
What level of digital authenticity can I expect with Casablanca?
With Casablanca, users can expect a high level of digital authenticity as it aims to provide genuine interactions, real eye contact, and real facial movements during a video call.
How does Casablanca contribute to more realistic video calls?
Casablanca contributes to more realistic video calls through its gaze correction technology which creates the impression of direct eye contact with the conversation partner, the ability to adjust the user’s entire head for optimal alignment, and the emulation of natural conversation flow.
How does Casablanca maintain eye contact while I look at a second screen?
Casablanca maintains eye contact while the user is looking at a second screen by adjusting the entire head, not just the eyes. The software 'frontalizes' the face for an optimal alignment in the video, adding a level of realism to conversations.
Casablanca From 7€ per month, zzgl. Mwst.