Key take-aways of the article:

General:

  • Released in February 2023.
  • Designed as an alternative to ChatGPT.
  • Integrates with Google apps like Gmail, Docs, Sheets, Colab.

Privacy Concerns:

  • Settings to limit data storage, but not completely prevent it.
  • Conversations may be saved for up to 72 hours, even if chat history is turned off.
  • Some conversations retained for up to three years for review by human AI trainers.
  • User’s deletion of Bard activity doesn’t delete all retained data.

Other Features and Concerns:

  • Ability to export to Gmail and other Google Apps.
  • Struggles with creative writing and accuracy.
  • Inconsistent citation of sources.
  • Writing style is clear but more “computer-like.
Google Bard Review
Bard’s web connection and easy export to Google apps make it a helpful assistant, particularly for Google users. But it’s still an imperfect and ever-changing “experiment” that may or may not stick around.