Reddit Tests AI Feature to Summarize Product Reviews

Online forum Reddit is testing a new feature called Reviews. It uses AI to sum up user comments and break down the pros and cons of a product, helping people see how it really performs before buying.

Reddit says the feature taps into the forum's natural discussions. But some users are not happy. Moderators who keep communities in order worry that people won't be able to tell honest opinions from soft ads, and real human advice could suffer.

Others fear spam ads could flood the forum. Reddit's team responded that the product links are just quick shortcuts, not paid ad spots, and brands cannot pay to get featured in Reviews.