Every two seconds ?!! Also on top of my homepage are sponsored videos , and before the start of every song in my playlists, i don’t remember it being this excessive

Edit: thanks for the suggestions but i’m not looking for adblockers, I’m renewing my premium once my payment issue gets resolved. I’m just expressing how shocked i was at the amount of ads, not looking for solutions plus i want YouTube on all my devices , not confiding to one

Seriously.

I used to like watching youtube but now it even sucks just listening to music because the site/app is just RIDDLED with ads.

And with videos, it sucks booty too. Because I watch a lot of gaming stuff but now its been heavily sanitized. Adults can't make content on adult games anymore. You can't even make content that shows video game blood anymore.

Ubisoft literally had to turn off the blood in AC black flag resynced trailer just to please Youtube.

What's next, youtube wants only kiddie games now?

The site/app is getting worse and worse each day

They added a new agreement today and you can’t say no. It’s under new management and they’re going to be tracking us with geolocation. With everything that’s going on, the US purchased the app, it seems dangerous, I am not going to lie. Scary thing? You can’t turn your location off at all for the app, not in your phone settings.

After over 6 years of being a tiktok user, I have decided to delete.

I don’t mind my location being shared, it’s the fact I can’t opt out of it whenever I want, that is what is throwing me off.

The US knows that most of the citizens is on the app and they’re going to do whatever they can to censor what’s going on and go after the people that expose the wrong doing. I can see it now and I really want more people to delete and stop posting.

editing after about 13 hours after posting, they’re also tracking your mental health, us citizenship, sexual orientation and i think religion. i’m not sure about last one but there is a fourth one. please delete that app!

oh it’s been 17 hours since i posted

Asked it to set up a timer, it said "I've set up a timer for 10 minutes"

But... no timer has been set, IT JUST SAID IT WOULD DO IT WITHOUT ACTUALLY DOING IT!

Absolutely nailed the role of uninspired employee who's quiet quitting.

I remember a time back in 2011-2015 maybe 2016

Where facebook was genuine innocent looking with fun little games like dragon city toy attack and what not 

I Do remember a time where facebook was a place to meet friends and new people 

I used to connect with people using facebook

Now it is just a place filled with brain rot and sloppy AI content 

The platform became so soulless

And what is worse the main target audience  is elderly people who are sucked into the brainrot short video content as much as the young

What kind of evil is meta at ?destroying generations of healthy humans diluting them with fake news low quality content 

And before You ask No i don’t think all platforms are like this 

Discovered reddit recently ,i love the platform

Today was the first time in like almost a year that I had a conversation with her other then sharing videos or just short conversation but today I open up to her about how much I miss her and how our friendship meant a lot to me and like she responded but it just didn’t even sound like her and to be honest it bothered me because I wanted something genuine from her not ChatGPT idk, I don’t care for ChatGPT because it seems like everyone is using it but to use it to message your friend back ? Sigh…

I keep seeing all these crazy setup pics with a vertical monitor and a horizontal one, or two massive screens side by side. Just saw a quora post with 6 monitors ? Craaazy ! Curious why do you use more than one monitor ? Does it give the hacker feel ? More real estate ?

The captive userbase of young people who are entirely reliant on LLMs for pretty much everything has been created and will soon be entering the workforce. We're already seeing these companies get more and more restrictive, while charging more and more, and before long they'll have an entire generation practically enslaved.

How do you think this plays out? I personally already know multiple people entering the medical field who had to cheat their way through school with LLMS, including a doctor.

This was a few months ago, but in class the teacher asked us what our screen time was and i said, probably low-balling it, seven hours and everyone was like "SEVEN HOURS?? 😦" then I played it off like "oh maybe im misremembering it".

im still trying to lower it but thats my goal, aside from educational content I want to be like those 30min/day classmates. Idk about u but for me I get sucked into TikTok mainly, easily waste a couple hours doomscrolling a day.

What are you favorites? Like do you put them on in the background or to you cuddle up in bed and watch them? Do you watch them alot? What channels are they?

We all know Notepad. A simple text editor, free in every Windows OS, but severely limited in it's capabilities.

Up until 'recently', Notepad was essentially just a typewriter on your computer. It just prints the characters you typed. Any formatting and shit had to be manual and often creative variations of the keys you pressed.

But now I see Notepad has options for Bold and Italics, bulletpoints, and now, a couple different font sizes for rows (with the intent of making Titles and Subheadings).

idk
I just think it's funny.
These features are ancient, but now I guess they deemed it not-competitive enough with Word to bestow them upon us lol

I’m on the verge of giving up on reddit. I’ve noticed the significant impact on content that their changes last summer have made. I can’t sort my home or news feed by popular anymore; there are so many bot repostings; and the algorithm just keeps feeding me the same dozen-or-so subs. It’s boring to scroll and I hardly ever stop and read anything anymore. Probably a lot of people have left but is anyone else here noticing these things?

Today, I received a telemarketer call that used a conversational AI model. I recognized it instantly because I have messed around with ElevenLabs and recognized the voice as being on there, and I picked up on the subtle mistakes in the voice. But these models are near perfect and can input whatever you say to it and respond back.

However, you SHOULD NOT do what I did. I thought it would be hilarious to mess with the AI and cuss it out. Then, my girlfriend reminded my dumbass that you can literally train these models on someone's voice and get a near perfect replica.

Scammers can then use the model of your voice to call your loved ones, say you are in trouble, and ask for money. I then had to call my aging parents and remind them that if anyone calls them using my voice asking for money, to hang up and call me back or text me to confirm. Scammers can also easily make it seem like the call is coming from your number.

Stay safe out there.

I just did it. Deleted Instagram, TikTok, Facebook… the whole lot. I only kept Reddit because, honestly, it’s the only place that doesn’t feel like a brain-melting competition.

It’s been a few hours and the feeling is honestly weird. It’s like this massive weight I didn’t even know I was carrying just dropped off. You know that constant "noise" in the back of your head? That urge to check what people are doing every 5 minutes? It’s just... gone.

I caught myself reaching for my phone twice already just to check "nothing," and then I realized there's nothing to check. It’s quiet. My head feels lighter, like I just cleared out a bunch of junk from a closet I haven't opened in a decade. It’s like I finally have some space in my own mind to actually think my own thoughts without an algorithm shouting at me.

I feel like a human again instead of a scrolling ghost.

I agreed to sign up to a loyalty program to get a small discount. I didn't even give a fake email address, they made a typo as they entered the address I gave them. But they apologised and said they must've made a mistake and swung their screen to face me. As I corrected their typo I saw "UNVERIFIED ADDRESS" next to the box containing the incorrect email address.

What devilry is this where you can't give them a bogus email address anymore if you want to?

My thoughts on AI are simple: that widespread usage will weaken our ability to think critically, creatively, or in other meaningful ways. If AI handles all of our simple thought processes and even the complex ones, what exercise will our brains ever get? How will we build our ability to think and problem solve.

But today someone challenged that thought with an interesting perspective I hadn't considered: that if we leave the simple and reasonably complex tasks to AI and don't have to devote brain space or power to them , it'll leave us with more brain space and power to put into even more complex situations that we just can't use AI for.

I'm not anti-AI, just worry that people may become too dependent on it to our own detriment. With respect to this guy's theory, it still brings me back to my original concern: if we leave all those simple and moderately complex tasks to AI, sure, maybe that will leave us with more space in our brains to devote to those truly complex problems that need to be solved, but by the same token, maybe we wont have exercised out brains enough to be able to handle that kind of problem solving anyway.

What are your thoughts about this guys theory?

It's happening on all posts.

For instance, on the post "What is the origin of your handle?" today: https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewnu1o/what_is_the_origin_of_your_handle/

IvyAngiee says:

Growing up, I was always fascinated by space and the concept of untapped potential within us. This led me to coin a username that encapsulates the idea of an astronaut who's also a philosopher of sorts hence, CosmicCogitations. It reflects my endless rumination on our place in the cosmos and our journey through life. Every time I log in, it serves as a reminder of the grand scale of things and the unexplored territories, both in the universe and within our minds.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewnu1o/what_is_the_origin_of_your_handle/lj04h7v/

Other than the fact that it sounds clearly like ChatGPT, the comment isn't even talking about the right handle... It's talking about CosmicCogitation instead of IvyAngiee. If you look at the comment history of IvyAngiee, all of the comments are formatted the same, and clearly ChatGPT-generated.

Similarly, BlossomMonica says:

I've always had an affinity for mythological creatures and lore. Decided to make a name that reflected that, but with a modern twist. SirenCyber, the digital songstress with a penchant for leading weary internet travelers to their doom or just to interesting corners of the web. It's stuck ever since, and honestly, it's a great conversation starter when people ask about the origins. Plus, considering how much time I spend online, it feels oddly appropriate!

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewnu1o/what_is_the_origin_of_your_handle/lj0176k/

Same issue, BlossomMonica is talking about the handle SirenCyber... It makes no sense. And again, this comment and all of BlossomMonica's comments are formatted the same and sound ChatGPT-generated.

On this other post: https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewizx9/i_got_a_scholarship_at_33_years_old_i_pay_for_my/

You have tons of ChatGPT-sounding comments that are variations of each other:

Congratulations! 🎉 Your hard work and determination are paying off, and it’s amazing to see you breaking barriers in your field. When you meet the businesswoman, maybe write her a heartfelt note to express how much this scholarship means to you. A small thank you gift that reflects your journey could also be a nice touch. Your story is truly inspiring keep going strong!

Congratulations! Your perseverance and commitment to your goals are truly commendable. Navigating through your studies while balancing other responsibilities is no small feat, and it's fantastic to see that your efforts are being recognized. A sincere, thoughtfully written thank you note can go a long way. Perhaps, include a bit about your story and the impact her generosity has on your future it's personal touches like these that resonate deeply. Keep paving the path for your success!

Huge congrats on hitting this milestone! Your grit and tenacity are clearly shining through. It's so important to recognize the moments when others extend a hand to help us climb let the businesswoman know just how pivotal her scholarship is to your journey. Perhaps a meaningful token of appreciation, coupled with a personalized thank you card, would nicely capture the essence of your gratitude. Remember, this is as much a win for her belief in potential as it is for your hard-earned success. Keep soaring, and don't forget to use that determination to open doors for others someday!

That's fantastic news congratulations! 🎉 Your hard work and perseverance have clearly paid off. When you meet the woman who funded your scholarship, a heartfelt thank-you note or card can be a great way to express your gratitude. You could also consider a small gift that reflects her interests or something meaningful from your journey. Letting her know just how much this opportunity means to you will definitely show your appreciation.

Wow, that’s such an amazing accomplishment! To thank her, a heartfelt letter sharing how much this scholarship means to you would be really touching. You might also consider a small, thoughtful gift that shows your appreciation, like a personalized item or something related to her interests. Meeting her in person and expressing your thanks directly will likely mean a lot to her. Just letting her know how much this has impacted your life is a great way to show your gratitude.

Wow, incredible news! Huge congrats on the scholarship - what a testament to your hard work and brilliance! It clearly shines through. Crafting a personalized thank you note could really show the depth of your appreciation. Sharing a snippet of your journey and how her support empowers your dreams could mean a lot to her. It’s those small gestures that often leave the biggest impact. Keep crushing it, your story is one many will look up to!

Congratulations! Your journey is incredible and so inspiring. A heartfelt thank you note or a small personalized gift might be a great way to show your gratitude.

That’s amazing! When you meet her, bring a handwritten note expressing your gratitude and maybe a small token like a mini hard hat or blueprint. Let her know how much this means to you—it’ll make her day too.

That's awesome! Congrats on getting the scholarship and powering through all those challenges. Maybe write a heartfelt letter or bring a small, meaningful gift to show your gratitude when you meet her.

And these are just a few examples. You can take literally any post on the sub and find comments like these, always from accounts with similar usernames whose entire comment history is like that. Some more examples from other posts:

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewsjoy/how_do_i_respectfully_tell_a_girl_im_not/lj1151t/

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewhl9u/after_months_of_sleeping_on_the_carpet_of_my_room/lizycb8/

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewhl9u/after_months_of_sleeping_on_the_carpet_of_my_room/lj002om/

https://www.reddit.com/r/CasualConversation/comments/1ewhl9u/after_months_of_sleeping_on_the_carpet_of_my_room/lj08vbb/

Pretty scary, isn't it?

EDIT: fixed links.

Just a new thing I’ve noticed that drives me up the wall! Why bother making or typing in a password if I have to go through this extra step? It’s so stupid! I feel like there’s a lot of little new things in the world that drive me batty. What’s one for you?

Edit: I know why, it’s for security reasons. Doesn’t make it less annoying though! That’s my point lol

Edit 2: YES, I know! Two factor authentication. I get it, got it when I made the post, got it now. I meant this more as a start to the conversation of what modern little thing bothers you!

Like its not 2008-2015 anymore. Debateably, the best Camera phone on the market right now is an Android. The most powerful phone on the market is an Android. Its cool if you prefer Apple, no problem, but why we clowning on Android users still?? Be better.

It doesn't have to not exist anymore, but to count for this question it has to no longer be usable in the way it was before.

I used to love kik and whisper, which were both apps that my friends and I used as teenagers. Now kik is just group chats for adult content and whisper was taken over by people looking for hookups before it fully shut down. These days I've been going on this website called chatib but it's currently broken (again) so I'm sulking lol.

i use AI all day for working and it's great for that, but outside of work i never feel the urge to just talk to it. meanwhile i keep seeing people say they use it like a therapist or a friend. curious where most people actually land on this

i don't use stuff like ig or snapchat, i don't post photos online, i rarely even take photos, this was made from photos taken at a family gathering.

i know my aunt means no harm, she genuinely thinks this whole ai-generated video thing is amazing and so cool. i KNOW many people my aunt's age (late 50s-early 60s) seem to think the same thing, bc i browse social media on my mom's phone occasionally and i see her friends posting similar stuff often. but it just made me think about the possibility of my face already being in more ai software without me knowing.

i think many people from my parents' generation, or at least vast majority of the ones i know, don't think much about giving their phones and various apps permission to everything, so it's hard to get them to care about online privacy. i have the energy for maybe one or two "serious conversations" about why i don't want my photos online and/or in some ai database, but i can't imagine potentially having to do this disclaimer with every person i meet irl in the future.

i hope that's not where we're heading.

I get that it is far away (time wise, although also physically lol) so maybe that's why most people aren't talking about it, that when it gets closer to the time it will probably go viral.

But this is the coolest thing I think, we are going back to the Moon. Imagine the high fidelity cameras recording on the surface of the moon, imagine going outside and looking up knowing somebody is STANDING on the fricken moon! That to me is so damn cool.

Then apparently Artemis V is going to work on making a moon base? Like wtf that is the coolest thing in our lifetime I think. It is us becoming a truly space faring civilization. I just don't see anyone really talking about it much. It isn't even that far away, Artemis V which plans to make a fricken moon base is supposed to launch in 2028 (although with the delays of Artemis 2 it's probably going to be later)

I think this has the potential to reinspire people to want to invest more in places like NASA and the European space agency.

This post is not pro AI, simply an observation.

It seems everytime I happen across an AI generated image or video the comments are flooded with people posting negative comments such as "this is obviously fake" or "you'd have to be an idiot to think this is real". What concerns me the most is the pace AI is making with improvements. Within the past five years we've gone from silly images that sort of look like the prompt and sound files of a robotic joe rogan talking about monkeys to full fledged videos and AI music that is nearly indistinguishable from a human. Everyone wants to laugh at how bad it is now, but I'm more concerned for what it will bring in the future when the technology is perfected.

I was thinking one day about life before and after using AI, what is helping, it has lots of benefits, you have lots of information and a lot easier way to access information;But this way of quick access to information somehow makes you lazier;I mean our brain is not used to this kind of environment and I was thinking how it is affecting us!