Meta AI, the artificial intelligence-powered assistant developed by Meta, has been integrated into the company’s flagship apps, causing a stir among users. The assistant is now available in Facebook feeds and search bar across various platforms as well as in a dozen more countries. Users have expressed annoyance at the sudden integration of Meta AI into the search function on Instagram, Facebook, and WhatsApp. Clicking the send button in the search bar now opens Meta AI instead of the typical search results, leading to confusion among users.
Complaints have flooded in from frequent Instagram users who have noticed the change immediately. Michael Taylor, 29, expressed frustration when trying to find a band’s Instagram account and being prompted with Meta AI instead. Despite Meta’s heavy investment in AI efforts, users are not all on board with Meta AI. Some have expressed disappointment that they cannot turn off the feature. However, the company has confirmed that currently, there is no official way to disable Meta AI.
Meta’s new open-sourced Llama 3 AI model is designed to compete with the best models in the market, and it has been made available for use on various platforms. The company aims to foster innovation in AI across different areas with this model. Despite the rollout of AI technology, users are still discontent with the integration of Meta AI into their online experience. Some have found unconventional methods to work around the assistant, but there is no official way to disable it.
Meta AI has expanded its reach to desktop by introducing a website for the assistant, where users can interact with a chatbot to find events, restaurants, or get artistic renderings based on text prompts. While Meta continues to struggle with AI-generated content regulation on its platforms, it has embraced AI-powered functionalities such as the assistant, AI stickers, image editing, and characters modeled on influencers or celebrities. Users have taken to social media to voice their frustration regarding the changes enforced by Meta AI’s integration.
Many users are not interested in incorporating AI tools like Meta AI into their social media experience, finding them cumbersome and bothersome. However, they recognize that it may soon become inevitable with technology advancement. The change feels more like a move towards AI replacing traditional search functions, causing concerns for some users. The public response to Meta AI’s integration has been mixed, with some feeling frustrated by the changes and others expressing acceptance of the new AI-powered functionalities. As Meta continues to expand its AI capabilities, it faces the challenge of balancing user preferences and technological advancements.
