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4 actually helpful uses for an AI chatbot

Do try AI when you’re struggling for the right word. Don’t rely on AI for personalized recommendations for travel, restaurants or products.

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February 13, 2024 at 12:30 p.m. EST
An illustration of a robot using a leaf blower to dry someone's hair.
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Writing about technology is my job, but I’m like most of you: I haven’t found much use for new types of artificial intelligence like ChatGPT.

Maybe you love ChatGPT and use it constantly. Most people don’t.