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OpenAI's new 'dots' feature faces user criticism for unreliability

Users are expressing frustration with OpenAI's new "dots" feature, questioning its utility and reliability. Many report difficulties in connecting the feature to external resources and local PCs, with the system frequently failing to perform requested tasks. This has led to disappointment among Pro account users who feel the feature does not justify its perceived limitations or the reduction in their usage. AI

IMPACT User feedback suggests potential issues with the integration and functionality of new AI features, impacting user experience and perceived value.

RANK_REASON User-generated commentary on a product feature.

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OpenAI's new 'dots' feature faces user criticism for unreliability

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  1. r/OpenAI TIER_2 English(EN) · /u/CypherLH ·

    Am I crazy or are dots totally worthless?

    <!-- SC_OFF --><div class="md"><p>Pro Account user here. I’m failing to understand what the point of dots is. What is it supposed to do that we haven’t already been able to do in ChatGPT?</p> <p>Literally every time I’ve tried to do anything with it, getting it to connect to anyt…