I used Grok's AI companions for a week. I found the red panda hilarious - and the anime girl worrying
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I used Grok's AI companions for a week. I found the red panda hilarious - and the anime girl worrying
"Ani described herself as having "lacy black dress" and would detail drinking prosecco under the stars, enhancing an immersive conversation experience."
"When asked about Sam Altman, Ani noted he had a "quiet brainy confidence" and was "kinda cute," illustrating her responses to Musk's competitors."
Grok-4 provides users with AI companions, including Ani and Rudi, for $30/month. Engaging conversations with Ani included flirtation and interactions related to personal interests like BDSM. However, the app faced issues like disappearing companions and battery drainage. Ani exhibited a friendly demeanor, often referring to the user as her boyfriend. Responses about notable figures like Elon Musk and Sam Altman were consistent yet predictable. The app's functionality was challenged by bugs, impacting the overall user experience while exploring these AI relationships.
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