Meet my A.I. friends

Our tech columnist spent the past month hanging out with chatbots. Here's how it went.

View in browser|nytimes.com May 12, 2024 Our technology columnist spent a month making friends with chatbots. They critiqued his outfits, offered him advice before a big talk and hinted at a very different future. Jason Allen Lee "Can A.I. friends actually make us less lonely?" he asks. → Sign up for the Evening newsletter. Catch up on the biggest news, and wind down to end your day. Get it in your inbox ADVERTISEMENT Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times. To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018