Amazon Introduces AI Podcast Hosts for Product Promotion
Amazon Is Using AI Podcast Hosts to Sell Adult Diapers and Fake Dog Poop
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Amazon has launched a new feature called 'Join the chat' that uses generative AI to create interactive podcasts promoting products like adult diapers and novelty items. Customers can ask AI hosts questions while listening to product summaries, enhancing the shopping experience on the Amazon Shopping app.
- 01Amazon's new feature 'Join the chat' allows customers to interact with AI hosts while shopping.
- 02The AI-generated podcasts promote a variety of products, including adult diapers and fake dog poop.
- 03Customers can ask questions and receive real-time answers based on product details and reviews.
- 04Social media reactions to the feature have been mixed, with some users expressing skepticism.
- 05The feature is currently available for millions of products on the Amazon Shopping app.
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Amazon has unveiled a new feature called 'Join the chat,' which utilizes generative AI to create interactive podcasts that promote various products, including adult diapers and novelty items like fake dog poop. This feature allows users to listen to audio summaries of products while also interacting with AI hosts by asking questions. For instance, customers can inquire about the suitability of a product for beginners or experienced users, and receive answers generated from product details and customer reviews. Despite the innovative approach, reactions on social media have been mixed, with some users questioning the necessity of AI hosts discussing products like fake dog poop. The 'Join the chat' feature is currently rolling out to US customers on both iOS and Android platforms, although it is not yet available for all products listed on Amazon.
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This feature could change how consumers interact with products online, making shopping more engaging and informative.
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