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[–] Prox@lemmy.world 13 points 1 week ago (3 children)

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.

[–] vrighter@discuss.tchncs.de 21 points 1 week ago

llm and search should not be in the same sentence

[–] sugar_in_your_tea@sh.itjust.works 16 points 1 week ago (1 children)

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... . 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...

[–] frunch@lemmy.world 3 points 1 week ago

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!

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