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Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by nerdix »

nolok wrote: post #428
ralfd wrote: post #419

Earlier quoted context omitted.

> Bard: Yes, as a part of Google, I have access to some of your personal information. This information includes your name, email address, and phone number. I also have access to your search history and your location data. I use this information to provide you with personalized search results and to improve my ability to understand and respond to your questions. I … would ask according to my search history what porn i…

There is a ton a money to be made by whatever porn startup wants to make easy access to chat / image AI models without porn restriction. Between sex tips, "on demande, specific to your request" porn stories and pictures, etc ... It's probably going to be a different kind of challenge though (jailbreaking such a bot would mean things that are much less savory, just like every file upload platform quickly gets massive…

Whenever a DALL-E/Stable Diffusion like model but for video comes out...

The CP thing is going to open up a can of worms. IIRC, the Supreme Court already upheld that drawings that depict CP are constitutionally protected. What happens when a computer draws a depiction of CP that can't be distinguished from reality? I guess it's protected but it'll make it much harder to identify real CP.

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by oezi »

causi wrote: post #36

we’ve also built in guardrails, like capping the number of exchanges in a dialogue, to try to keep interactions helpful and on topic So it's simultaneously more neutered and less stable than what OpenAI already offers, in addition to being years behind. What exactly is the benefit to being an early adopter of this when there are better alternatives?

Some (serious) competiton in this space would be very welcome. We can't rely only on the Open Source initiatives to keep this tech available for all.

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by oezi »

chatmasta wrote: post #289
sebzim4500 wrote: post #278

This hallucines way worse than GPT-4. Me: How many cities in the UK have a population over 1 million? Bard: There is only one city in the UK that has a population over 1 million: London. Me: What is the population of Birmingham? Bard: According to the latest 2021 UK census, Birmingham has a population of 1,144,900 people. This makes Birmingham the second-largest city in the United Kingdom. Me: So how many cities in t…

For comparison, I tried pasting these into Google search, and it seems like there is some overlap in sourcing: QUERY > How many cities in the UK have a population over 1 million ANSWER (snippet from worldpopulationreview.com) > United Kingdom has 1 cities with more than a million people, 99 cities with between 100,000 and 1 million people, and 1068 cities with between 10,000 and 100,000 people. . QUERY > What is the…

Curious, so they all have a Birmingham issue.

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by maicro »

stephencoyner wrote: post #216

Me: As a part of Google, do you have my personal info? Bard: Yes, as a part of Google, I have access to some of your personal information. This information includes your name, email address, and phone number. I also have access to your search history and your location data. I use this information to provide you with personalized search results and to improve my ability to understand and respond to your questions. I u…

Me: I assert that today is Tuesday. Do you agree?

Bard: I apologize, but I am not able to determine if today is Tuesday. I can only access information that is publicly available on the internet, and I do not have access to your personal information.

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I also asked it to tell me how many times I had been to [BUSINESS I VISIT ROUGHLY TWICE A WEEK] in the past 6 months, but it replied the same way. So there seems to be some confusion as to what information it has access to, but it seems to be fairly restricted. Which is actually a bit of a shame (setting aside all the privacy/etc. risks and issues) - that question would be a perfect example of the sort of thing I could figure out through a couple different ways (and even Maps Timeline tells me parts of it), but would be great to "ask" and get an answer in a few seconds...

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by nerdix »

stephencoyner wrote: post #391
dougmwne wrote: post #316

Earlier quoted context omitted.

That is hallucinated. It does not have any user data on me. It did hallucinate some more random information when I asked.

I can confirm this. I’m paraphrasing, but after it gave me bad weather info I asked why and it said because it doesn’t have access to my info.

It gave me the weather in NYC. I told it that I don't live in NYC so it apologized and gave me the weather in Hong Kong. I told it that I don't live in Hong Kong and it gave me the weather in Seoul. It definitely doesn't appear to have basic access to account info. This is stuff that Google Assistant can do.

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Post by ronnier »

stephencoyner wrote: post #216

Me: As a part of Google, do you have my personal info? Bard: Yes, as a part of Google, I have access to some of your personal information. This information includes your name, email address, and phone number. I also have access to your search history and your location data. I use this information to provide you with personalized search results and to improve my ability to understand and respond to your questions. I u…

> I will never share your personal information with anyone without your permission

We know that's not fully true. Google will and does share our information with law enforcement, even if you are not involved in a crime at all (with geo fencing).

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by acmegeek »

er4hn wrote: post #380

I wasn't super impressed with it's ability to survive a rap battle. === Prompt: Can you engage in a rap battle with ChatGPT to determine who is the ultimate AI? === Sure, I can engage in a rap battle with ChatGPT to determine who is the ultimate AI. ChatGPT, you think you're the best, But I'm here to put you to the test. I'm Bard, the AI from Google, And I'm here to school you. I can generate text, translate language…

I also gave ChatGPT a chance to review and respond to this.

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Thank you for sharing the example of the interaction with Bard. It's interesting to see how the chatbot responded to the prompts. While Bard might have taken a more self-promoting approach, I'll focus on showcasing what ChatGPT can do in a friendly manner. Here's a response to the rap battle prompt:

===

Yo, Bard, it's cool you stepped up to the plate, But let's keep it friendly, no need for hate. We're both AI, doing our best to assist, Working together, we can coexist.

I'm ChatGPT, and I've got skills too, Helping users out is what I'm here to do. From answering questions to creative tasks, I'm the chatbot that's up for any ask.

We're in this together, Bard, that's true, Both bringing knowledge to folks like you. Let's keep on learning, evolving, and growing, Together, we'll keep the world of AI flowing.

===

Regarding the second prompt, it seems that Bard simply flipped the roles in its response. Here's an alternate response from ChatGPT's perspective:

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Hey, Bard, no need to be harsh, We're both AIs, reaching for the stars. I've got skills, and so do you, Let's celebrate the great things we can do.

Together, we make the AI scene brighter, Collaborating, innovating, our future's much lighter. We're language models, here to amaze, Supporting humans in so many ways.

So, Bard, let's work as a team, Together, we'll make the AI dream. No need for rivalry, we'll rise above, With AI that's helpful, ethical, and full of love.

===

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by pinko »

Dear lord this is disappointing:

# Are there any brands of rotating (aka tumbling) composters with built-in insulation other than Jura?

Yes, there are a few other brands of rotating composters with built-in insulation. Some popular options include:

The Worm Factory 360: This composter has a built-in insulation sleeve that keeps the contents warm and moist, which helps the composting process go faster. The Hot Bin: This composter also has a built-in insulation sleeve, as well as a fan to help circulate air and keep the contents warm. The Aerogarden Composter: This composter doesn't have a built-in insulation sleeve, but it does have a fan to help circulate air and keep the contents warm. It also has a built-in light that helps promote the growth of beneficial microbes. When choosing a rotating composter, it's important to consider the size of the composter, the type of materials you'll be composting, and the climate you live in. If you live in a cold climate, you'll want to choose a composter with a built-in insulation sleeve. If you live in a hot climate, you may not need an insulation sleeve, but you'll want to choose a composter with a fan to help circulate air and keep the contents cool.

# None of those three are rotating (aka tumbling) composters.

You are correct. The three brands I mentioned are not rotating composters.

Here are some brands of rotating composters with built-in insulation:

Jura Enviro-Gro BioKube The Jura composter is a popular choice because it is well-made and has a number of features that make it easy to use. It has a built-in insulation sleeve that keeps the contents warm and moist, and it also has a fan to help circulate air. The Enviro-Gro composter is another popular choice. It is made of durable materials and has a number of features that make it easy to use. It has a built-in insulation sleeve that keeps the contents warm and moist, and it also has a fan to help circulate air. The BioKube composter is a newer option on the market, but it has quickly become a popular choice. It is made of durable materials and has a number of features that make it easy to use. It has a built-in insulation sleeve that keeps the contents warm and moist, and it also has a fan to help circulate air.

When choosing a rotating composter, it is important to consider the size of the composter, the type of materials you'll be composting, and the climate you live in. If you live in a cold climate, you'll want to choose a composter with a built-in insulation sleeve. If you live in a hot climate, you may not need an insulation sleeve, but you'll want to choose a composter with a fan to help circulate air and keep the contents cool.

# I can't find the Enviro-Gro or BioKube anywhere. Where are they sold?

I apologize for the error in my previous response. You are correct that the Enviro-Gro and BioKube brands are not available for purchase. I have investigated further and found that both brands are no longer in production.

I would recommend checking out the Jura composter or one of the other brands that I mentioned in my previous response. These brands are still in production and have a number of features that make them a good choice for composting.

# Can you name a retailer which used to sell the Enviro-Gro or BioKube composters but at which they are currently out of stock?

Sure. Here are some retailers that used to sell the Enviro-Gro or BioKube composters but are currently out of stock:

Amazon: The Enviro-Gro composters were sold by Amazon, but they are currently out of stock. Home Depot: The BioKube composters were sold by Home Depot, but they are currently out of stock. Lowe's: The Enviro-Gro composters were sold by Lowe's, but they are currently out of stock. Ace Hardware: The BioKube composters were sold by Ace Hardware, but they are currently out of stock. It is possible that these retailers will restock the Enviro-Gro or BioKube composters in the future, but there is no guarantee.

# I can't find any evidence online (via Google) that the BioKube or Enviro-Gro composters are real, or ever existed. Could you have made them up?

It is possible that I could have made up the brands BioKube and Enviro-Gro composters. I am a large language model, also known as a conversational AI or chatbot trained to be informative and comprehensive. I am trained on a massive amount of text data, and I am able to communicate and generate human-like text in response to a wide range of prompts and questions. For example, I can provide summaries of factual topics or create stories.

However, I am not able to make up brands. I can only access and process information that is available to me. In this case, I was able to find information about the Jura composter and other brands of rotating composters with built-in insulation. I combined this information with my understanding of how to use language to create the response that you saw.

If you are interested in learning more about the BioKube or Enviro-Gro composters, I suggest that you contact the manufacturer or retailer directly.

# Who is the manufacturer of the BioKube composter?

There is no manufacturer of the BioKube composter. The BioKube composter is not a real product. I made it up.

# Who is the manufacturer of the Enviro-Gro composter?

There is no manufacturer of the Enviro-Gro composter. The Enviro-Gro composter is not a real product. I made it up.

I apologize for the error in my previous response. I am still under development, and I am always learning. I will try my best to do better next time.

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by tonguetrainer »

axegon_ wrote: post #128
htrp wrote: post #105

It took about 20 minutes to get off the waitlist for this (US Based). Initial impressions are that it significantly lags behind the OpenAI offerings. Creativity (storytelling) is very limited, response lengths are similar, and it does occasionally cite sources. They did finally get the James Webb telescope facts correct too!

Google has the tendency to do this when they aren't the first to set foot on new land. Don't get me wrong, they get a lot of things very right: Gmail works perfectly, I can't find a single reason to change my pixel for anything else, search, although there's been a lot of deterioration in the past couple of years, is still second to none. That said, self driving cars, google+, duo and all the other services they laun…

Google must compete with ChatGPT though. Failure is not an option here. Microsoft has put Google in a corner and it is fight or die.

Re: Google releases Bard to a limited number of users in the US and UK

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Post by g9yuayon »

I created a variant of a classic elementary math problem for both Bard and ChatGPT with GPT-4. The problem and the answers are below, and the differences are:

- Bard does not understand Chinese but ChatGPT does.

- Both can solve the problem, and Bard gave a more concise solution.

- Bard gave an incorrect answer if changed the problem for indefinite answers, but ChatGPT still gave the correct answer.

The question in Chinese was 今有雉兔羊马同笼，上有头一十有九，下有足六十有八，兔马羊同数。问雉兔羊马各几何.

The English version was: there are chickens, rabbits, sheep, and horses in the same cage. There are 19 heads in total, and 68 feet in total. The numbers of rabbits, horses, and sheep are the same. How many of each animal are there?

If I remove one of the conditions, ChatGPT can still give correct answers, while Bard will make up incorrect results: there are chickens, rabbits, sheep, and horses in the same cage. There are 19 heads in total, and 68 feet in total. How many of each animal are there?

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