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A Reddit user’s experiment with GPT’s voice feature as a tour guide in Barcelona reveals its current limitations. While initially intrigued, the user reported that the voiceovers quickly became repetitive and ultimately offered less insightful information compared to the traditional text-based interface. Drawing a parallel to the early days of AI-generated blog spam, the user criticized the lack of originality and engaging content in the spoken delivery. Despite recognizing the potential of the technology, the user concluded that it remains unusable for providing comprehensive and captivating tour guidance at this stage of development. The user’s original post detailing their experience can be found on Reddit.