• Prox@lemmy.world
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    4 days ago

    It’s a nice way to search for content or answers without all the ads that websites have nowadays. Of course, it’s only a matter of time until the AI/LLM responses are surrounded by (or embedded with) ads as well.

    • sugar_in_your_tea@sh.itjust.works
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      Or it much prefers to give you answers from “partners.” For example:

      Me: How can I find a good set of headphones?

      AI: A lot of people look for guides and reviews to find a good set of headphones. The important features to look for are… <insert overcomplicated nonsense here>. This can be overwhelming, so consider narrowing the search to a reliable product line like those by Beats (or whatever advertiser). Do you want some links to well-reviewed products?

      Ick…

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        Lol, that reminded me that i saw a pair of “Beats x Kim Kardashian” y’know, audio engineer/designer KK finally giving the public a taste of real performance combined with chic luxury aesthetic 🥴

        I still can’t wrap my head around the “Beats” craze. It’s like headphones didn’t already exist, lol!