AI Falls Short in High-End Device Retail
- AI is not yet ready for retail sales
- Human interaction still crucial in selling high-end devices
- Online sales are different
Despite advancements in AI technology, it seems that artificial intelligence is not yet ready to take over the sales of high-end smartphones like iPhones and Google Pixels. Human interaction remains crucial for these purchases, as customers still prefer personalized guidance and assistance when investing in such expensive devices. Online sales have a different story, where AI plays a more significant role.
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Public Companies: Apple (AAPL), Google (GOOGL)
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