Link: SocialAI, a new iOS app that looks like a social network, is filled entirely with bots and lets users populate their network with up to 32 types of bots (Natasha Lomas/TechCrunch)

SocialAI offers a unique social media experience with a twist: it’s populated entirely by AI-powered bots, mimicking platforms like Twitter without any human users. You interact with these bots, which provide continuous, programmed responses to your posts.

Users can customize their experience by selecting different types of 'follower' bots, from "nerds" and "trolls" to "cheerleaders" and "critics". The choice affects the nature of feedback and interactions you receive.

Founded by Michael Sayman, SocialAI aims to provide a private, engaging space for users to express thoughts without judgment. Sayman sees this as a ‘magical diary’—a safe space differing significantly from standard social media or basic journaling apps.

The platform maintains strict privacy, ensuring that all interactions remain between the user and the bot, with no human oversight. This simulation of social media interactions provides a controlled environment for users to explore different dialogues.

SocialAI’s approach can serve as an echo chamber or a challenging debate space, depending on the types of bots selected. However, despite diverse AI characters, the interaction remains inherently artificial.

While initially free without in-app purchases, its creator is exploring the concept's wider application in a market dominated by traditional social media platforms. Sayman emphasizes the app’s potential for personal reflection and emotional safety. #

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