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Proton Lumo AI query limits draw user criticism

A Mastodon user expressed frustration with Proton's Lumo AI service, citing its restrictive query limits for free users. The user suggested that Proton Unlimited subscribers, who contribute significantly to the company's revenue, should receive a higher weekly query allowance, such as 250-500 queries, instead of the current 100 queries per week. AI

IMPACT Highlights user sensitivity to AI service pricing and query limits, potentially influencing competitor strategies.

RANK_REASON User opinion on a product's feature limitations.

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Proton Lumo AI query limits draw user criticism

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  1. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    I've been talking about how much I appreciate @ protonprivacy Lumo as of late, and that's still true, but only giving free users 100 queries per week is extreme

    I've been talking about how much I appreciate @ protonprivacy Lumo as of late, and that's still true, but only giving free users 100 queries per week is extremely restrictive. Not as bad as the 10/day that Venice offers but still not ideal. I feel like Proton Unlimited subscriber…