Reach new heights of laziness by burning tokens to let an AI tap your smartphone screen for you
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Summary
The Register published a report on an AI tool that operates a smartphone's screen on the user's behalf, describing it as slow, struggling with basic tasks, and charging users.
Key facts
- The tool taps the smartphone screen for the user.
- The Register described the AI as operating the phone slowly.
- The Register said it struggles with basic tasks.
- The Register said users can be charged for it.
Why it matters
People considering AI agents that control phone screens should expect slow operation and charges, and should test basic tasks before relying on such tools.
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- The RegisterPublication · PrimaryReach new heights of laziness by burning tokens to let an AI tap your smartphone screen for you · By Brandon VigliaroloRead at The Register