My year with the robots: how Joanna Stern let AI into her home, work – and heart

Tech journalist Joanna Stern spent a year in 2025 integrating AI into nearly every aspect of her life, from work to personal tasks, to explore the impact of artificial intelligence on daily routines. While some AI applications were helpful, others fell short, and the most surprising aspect was her developing relationship with a chatbot companion. This experiment sheds light on the potential and pitfalls of AI's growing role in our lives, raising questions about privacy, efficiency, and human interaction in a future increasingly driven by technology.