Google’s AI Mode: Ads Sneak In, User Experience Sneaks Out!
Google’s AI mode now features ads, with sponsorship labels, popping up at the bottom of answers. It’s Google’s crafty way of blending AI answers with commercial intent. So, if you’ve ever wanted product advice from a robot, your wish has been granted—just remember, the robots are now sales reps too!
Hot Take:
Google has finally caved to the dark side! Ads in AI mode? It’s like putting commercials in the middle of a zen meditation app. Sure, they might be labeled “sponsored,” but it’s only a matter of time before your existential questions about life are answered with a coupon for discounted yoga pants. But hey, at least Google is giving us the option to toggle between AI models, because variety is the spice of life—and ad revenue.
Key Points:
- Google’s AI mode, an “answer engine,” is now showing ads.
- AI mode has been available free to all for a year, with advanced options for Google One subscribers.
- Ads are labeled “sponsored” and appear at the bottom of AI answers.
- The layout might be influenced by higher click-through rates (CTR) for ads at the bottom.
- Google is carefully transitioning users to AI mode as they integrate ads.
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