I've never used Claude, but Perplexity often says that no definitive information about a topic could be found, and then tries to make some generalized inferences. There's a difference between a specific implementation, and the technology in general.
In any case, it's worthwhile for people to understand the limitations of the technology as it exists today. But calling it "bullshit" is a mischaracterization; I believe based on an emotional need for us to feel superior, and to dismiss the capabilities more thoroughly than they deserve.
It's a little like someone saying in the industrial revolution, "the steam shovel is too rigid, it will NEVER have the dexterity of a man with a shovel!". And while true and important to know, it really focuses on the wrong thing, it misses the advantages while amplifying the negatives.
As the technology exists today: imperfect, often prone to mistakes, and unable to relay confidence levels. These problems may be addressed in future implementations.
That's the same message, without any emotional baggage, or overly dismissive tone.
That would be great if those who are selling the technology described it that way. I, and apparently others, feel like maybe "bullshit" is a better counter to the current marketing for LLMs
In any case, it's worthwhile for people to understand the limitations of the technology as it exists today. But calling it "bullshit" is a mischaracterization; I believe based on an emotional need for us to feel superior, and to dismiss the capabilities more thoroughly than they deserve.
It's a little like someone saying in the industrial revolution, "the steam shovel is too rigid, it will NEVER have the dexterity of a man with a shovel!". And while true and important to know, it really focuses on the wrong thing, it misses the advantages while amplifying the negatives.