Call local stores to check toy stock
When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Task: The author used Google's experimental AI Mode in Search Labs to locate a specific Labubu toy. By tapping 'Have AI check availability' on a store listing, Gemini used Duplex technology to call the business, ask about stock and pricing, and send a summary via text or email. The human role was limited to initiating the request and reviewing the final summary, as the AI handled the entire phone interaction autonomously.; tools: Gemini. Human role: The original post does not say how a person stayed involved.; limitations: The feature is currently experimental and limited to U.S. users, with higher usage caps for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers. Business owners can opt out of receiving AI calls, which may limit availability. The source does not specify error handling for failed calls or misinterpreted inventory data, and the AI's ability to negotiate complex terms beyond basic availability is unproven..
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Overview
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Workflow
The author used Google's experimental AI Mode in Search Labs to locate a specific Labubu toy. By tapping 'Have AI check availability' on a store listing, Gemini used Duplex technology to call the business, ask about stock and pricing, and send a summary via text or email. The human role was limited to initiating the request and reviewing the final summary, as the AI handled the entire phone interaction autonomously.
Reported result
The author reported that the AI successfully confirmed the store had the Labubu toy in stock and provided pricing and hours within approximately 40 minutes. The author described the experience as 'painless' compared to manual calls. No quantitative metrics on accuracy or cost savings were provided, and the final delivery of the toy was pending at the time of writing.
Human role
The original post does not say how a person stayed involved.
Limitations
The feature is currently experimental and limited to U.S. users, with higher usage caps for AI Pro and Ultra subscribers. Business owners can opt out of receiving AI calls, which may limit availability. The source does not specify error handling for failed calls or misinterpreted inventory data, and the AI's ability to negotiate complex terms beyond basic availability is unproven.
Try it
Act as a procurement assistant using Google's AI Mode in Search Labs. I need to check stock for [Product Name] at [Store Name/Location]. 1. Search for the store on Google and locate the 'Have AI check availability' button. 2. If the button is present, tap it and input the product details and my maximum travel radius of [Distance]. 3. Wait for the AI to complete the call and send the summary. 4. Do not proceed to purchase or contact the store manually until I review the AI's summary. 5. If the button is missing or the AI fails to call, report the error immediately. 6. Provide me with the exact text of the summary received. Note: This feature is experimental and U.S.-only; if unavailable, suggest alternative manual verification steps.
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