Lesson 494 of 1234
AI Comes in Many Shapes
AI isn't just chatbots — it lives in cars, games, cameras, and even toasters.
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- 1The big idea
- 2AI types
- 3embedded AI
- 4everyday AI
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Section 1
The big idea
When you hear 'AI', you might picture a chatbot. But AI hides in tons of things — like spam filters, traffic lights, video game enemies, and even some smart kitchen gadgets.
Some examples
- Email apps use AI to catch spam before you see it.
- Some traffic lights use AI to change based on how many cars are waiting.
- Smart fridges use AI to spot when you're running low on milk.
- Hearing aids use AI to make voices clearer in a noisy room.
Try it!
Walk around your home and play 'spot the AI'. Make a list of every AI you can find.
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