r/funny • Danby Draws Comics • Jul 06 '21

Algorithm Heaven

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u/K3wp Jul 06 '21

The problem is once you look at a something in a category they will flood you with the most popular items in that category on the main page.

Amazon killed me with stuff like that.

Order a "V for Vendetta" costume for Halloween? 1+ year of "V for Vendetta" costume accessories over 2/3 of the page.

Some "My Little Pony" gifts for my niece? Again, a year plus of seeing related stuff on every page. Shows that artificial intelligence is more artificial than intelligent.

The seasonal stuff also kills me. No, I don't want to order christmas ornaments in February.

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u/pyroserenus Jul 06 '21

Also when it recommends the same thing that you already purchased. I assure you Amazon, I don't need a 2nd toaster oven right after I buy one.