Bengaluru saree shop's ChatGPT-inspired ad goes viral
The design ditched the now-overdone Google search layout in favour of something more current and instantly recognisable to the users online. Sharing a picture of the shop, a user on X said, 'Local saree shop in Bangalore using ChatGPT mobile interface for an ad is a first. Earlier it would be the Google search bar design. Just Bangalore things, I guess.'Take a look at the post here: The post went viral as several users praised the creativity and context of the ad. While some found it amusing, others saw it as a smart reflection of the city's growing digital-first mindset.- EndsMust Watch
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