I Tried an AI Agent That Searched the Internet for Me. But I Stopped It From Booking My Appointments

This article explores the use of ChatGPT's agentic AI feature, which allows the AI to search the internet and perform tasks on behalf of the user. The author tried this feature but ultimately decided to stop it from booking appointments. The article discusses the potential benefits and drawbacks of using an AI agent to handle tasks. On one hand, it could save time and effort, but on the other, it may create more work as the user needs to monitor and approve the agent's actions. The author tested the agentic AI feature and found that it could effectively search the internet and provide relevant information. However, they stopped the agent from booking appointments, as they wanted to maintain control over the process. The article concludes by suggesting that users should experiment with the agentic AI feature and decide for themselves whether it is a useful tool or creates more work. The key is to find the right balance between delegating tasks to the AI and maintaining control over the process.