Apple to revamp Siri as a built-in chatbot
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Apple plans a two-stage Siri overhaul, culminating in a chatbot-style assistant in September powered by a custom Google Gemini model, Bloomberg reports.
Heavy use of AI chatbots is linked to a higher risk of depression, anxiety, and irritability, a study in JAMA Network Open found. Middle-aged adults face the greatest risk. Researchers stress AI isn’t inherently harmful but warn excessive use may worsen mental health if it replaces real human connections.
A ‘Humanizer’ skill for Claude removes phrases and patterns based on a guide that Wikipedians use to spot AI-generated text.
People who interact with chatbots for emotional support or other personal reasons are more likely to report symptoms of depression or anxiety, a new study finds.
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Regular AI chatbot use linked to depressive symptoms
A survey showed a modest but significant association, with large variations by age
A Siri AI chatbot can transform how you interact with your iPhone. Here's to hoping Apple can make it even better than its rivals.