The AI wars: ChatGPT v Microsoft Bing
There has been lots of talk about the new AI technologies in use – or in development – these days. I requested and received an early preview of Microsoft Bing’s new chat functions. Google’s Bard is currently available to beta testers and had a rocky rollout but look for it as part of Google search later this year.
I thought I would compare the results to the same questions and see which one was better. Bottom line up front: Bing is great for detailed results and links to learn more, but ChatGPT is much better for creating immediately usable content for a start or for publication. Bing also could not resolve one of my questions until I reduced the number of criteria.
Note that both bots gave links to more information, but I have omitted those here.
So, which will I use? Probably both. I am looking forward to seeing what Google Bard does. Just like Alexis beat Google Home to the market, Google Home eventually came out with a much more robust home speaker (IMO). I would not be surprised to see the same thing happen with Bard, but with the technology moving so quickly, who knows? Also, expect that ChatGPT may end up behind a paywall, while Bing and Google will probably start an integral part of the search engine.
So, check these two questions and the related answers. Which one will you use?
Request 1: What gift suggestions do you have a for a 45-year-old married male father?
The Bing Answer
First, Bing couldn’t get me any answer:
Sorry! That’s on me, I can’t give a response to that right now. What else can I help you with?
So I dropped the “father” and got an answer:
There are many gift suggestions for a 45-year-old male, depending on his interests and preferences. Some possible ideas are:
· A 100% American Oak Whiskey Barrel1, which can age and flavor his favorite whiskey.
· A pair of Sunglasses With Speaker, which can play music and take calls wirelessly.
· A Beer Stein1, which can hold his favorite brew and has a beautiful design of Germany.
· A 100% Pure Cashmere Cardigan, which can keep him warm and stylish in any season.
· An NFL 3D Stadium Wall Art1, which can show his support for his favorite team and add some dimension to his wall.
· A Triwol 1978 Coffee Mug, which can make him laugh and enjoy his morning drink.
· A Victorinox Watch, which can tell him the time and date with Swiss precision and durability.
· A Retro Candy Gift Box, which can bring back sweet memories of his childhood candies.
If you are looking for something more seasonal, you could also consider an Easter gift for him. For example, you could give him a personalized Easter basket with items like chocolates, coffee, socks, books, or gadgets. Or you could give him something related to Easter traditions, such as an egg decorating kit, a bunny plushie, or a cross necklace. You could also check out this article for more Easter gift ideas for adults.
The ChatGPT Answer
Sure, here are a few gift suggestions for a 45-year-old married male father:
Personalized items: Consider giving him personalized items such as a customized mug or a photo album with pictures of him and his family.
Gadgets and electronics: If he loves technology, consider gifting him a smartwatch, a new tablet, or a wireless charger for his phone.
Grooming kit: A grooming kit with skincare products, a new razor or an electric trimmer can be a useful gift for him.
Fitness accessories: If he is a fitness enthusiast, consider gifting him a pair of wireless earbuds, a smart scale, or a fitness tracker.
DIY tools: If he enjoys DIY projects or home repairs, consider gifting him a new set of tools or a multi-functional tool kit.
Books: A book on his favorite topic, whether it's history, science, or sports, can be a thoughtful gift for him.
Experience gift: Consider gifting him an experience such as a weekend getaway, a cooking class, or tickets to a concert or sporting event.
Remember to consider his personal interests and hobbies while selecting a gift for him.
Request 2: Blog Post about ChatGPT
The Bing Answer
A blog post about ChatGPT is an article that discusses ChatGPT’s features, benefits, and applications. For example, some blog posts about ChatGPT are:
· ChatGPT for Blogging: 10 Super Ways to Elevate Your Content1, which shows how ChatGPT can help bloggers write better headlines, content, and infographics.
· Writing a blog post with ChatGPT2, which demonstrates how to use ChatGPT to generate ideas and text for a blog post.
· Introducing ChatGPT3, which announces the launch of ChatGPT and explains its capabilities and limitations.
The ChatGPT Answer
As an AI language model developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT is a powerful tool designed to engage in human-like conversations with users in natural language. It is a type of generative language model that uses deep learning techniques to generate text that is similar to human speech.
ChatGPT has been trained on a vast amount of data from the internet, including books, articles, and other written content, making it capable of understanding and responding to a wide range of topics and questions. It is constantly learning and improving as it interacts with users, and its responses are based on a combination of its knowledge base and the context of the conversation.
One of the key benefits of ChatGPT is its ability to provide personalized responses to users, tailoring its answers to their individual needs and preferences. Whether you're seeking advice, looking for information, or simply looking to chat, ChatGPT can provide you with a human-like conversation that is informative, engaging, and entertaining.
ChatGPT is also highly versatile and can be integrated into a wide range of applications, including chatbots, virtual assistants, and customer service platforms. It can be used to provide automated support for businesses, help users find the information they need, and even assist with language translation.
Overall, ChatGPT is a powerful and innovative tool that is revolutionizing the way we communicate with technology. With its advanced capabilities and ability to understand and respond to natural language, it is helping to bridge the gap between humans and machines, making technology more accessible and user-friendly for people of all ages and backgrounds.
References:
https://blog.google/technology/ai/bard-google-ai-search-updates/ Google AI updates: Bard and new AI features in Search (blog.google)
https://www.zdnet.com/article/what-is-google-bard-heres-everything-you-need-to-know/ Zdnet’s summary of Bard from February 2023. Note that Bard did not do well in the rollout, given an incorrect answer to what should have been an easy question about the James Webb Telescope.
Why a Conversation With Bing’s Chatbot Left Me Deeply Unsettled (nytimes.com) This is a disturbing and informative article that lead Microsoft to add some limitations to how long you can chat with their bot. The NYT is behind a paywall. An alternative summary of the conversation between man and machine can be found in the Guardian here