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Automated phone menus now leave callers unsure if they're speaking to a human

Original: You're saving one minute and now I can't know if I'm talking a human

Commenters are criticising companies that use AI or automation to cut short call-handling time, arguing the minute saved comes at the cost of transparency: callers can no longer tell whether they are talking to a person or a machine. The discussion reflects wider frustration with chatbots and voice assistants replacing human customer service, with many saying firms should at least disclose when automation is in use.

Why now: Growing use of AI voice agents and chatbots in customer service is renewing debate about transparency and the loss of human contact.

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• You're saving one minute and now I can't know if I'm talking a human · scoofy · 14

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