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1. Zsfe510asG · 1789497987 · focus · HN ↗

   Gemini is underrated in that it produces the only prose that is somewhat bearable to read.

   1. WarmWash · 1789498472 · focus · HN ↗

      For heavyweight work I have been using Astra, but for rabbit holes and brain storming Gemini is far more enjoyable to interact with.

      I'm worried in their push to catch up on the SOTA front, it's going to lose that natural sounding touch it currently has.

      1. amelius · 1789510693 · focus · HN ↗

         How do you know you're using Astra?

         My ChatGPT env only says "low", "medium", "high".

         Is this a "pro" thing? I have totally no idea what I'm talking to, so actually I'm thinking of stopping my plan. Gemini and Claude are much more clear about it.

         Anyway, I like the speed at which Gemini responds so indeed for simple things it is preferable.

         1. comex · 1789512152 · focus · HN ↗

            For me (Plus plan, iOS app), Astra only shows up under the Work tab.

            I’ve been using Work for all my queries, since it seems to just be the same interface as Chat but with more features. I don’t understand why they’re two separate things.

            1. amelius · 1789540272 · focus · HN ↗

               Aha, yes you're right! Thanks.

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