This small town librarian offers a 'Bye, Bye AI' class to take AI off your phone. Now everyone wants in.
A library in upstate New York is going viral for helping people turn off AI. The librarian behind it is happy to help people with AI too.
Shea Wert, the director of the North Chatham Free Library in upstate New York, has created a viral "Bye Bye AI" event to assist patrons in disabling AI features on their smartphones and laptops. Despite North Chatham's small size - just a hamlet with around 800 library cardholders - the library has gained attention for this unique offering.
The event, inspired by community requests and a presentation by librarian Hannah Cyrus, has been covered extensively on social media, sparking interest worldwide. While the librarian is uncertain about the exact turnout, she is optimistic about helping patrons who are frustrated by AI features, particularly older adults who may struggle with new technology.
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