Consumer AI reality: Needs more free tiers, entertainment, and new PR
omooretweets · x · 2026-08-20
The author suggests posting AI content outside of X to see real adoption and sentiment. While enthusiasts grow, mainstream users are skeptical. He argues the industry needs four shifts: 1) More free or ad-supported AI products; 2) Building for entertainment and everyday delight, not just prosumer productivity; 3) Lowering barriers and removing complex onboarding; 4) Fixing AI's public image to correct misconceptions about environmental impact.
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