Welcome to this week’s Consulting the Machine!

Today, we’re jumping into AI for smart shopping, how artificial intelligence makes shopping easier, faster, and even a bit fun.

Whether you’re hunting for deals or comparing products, AI tools are like personal assistants that save you time and money.

Let’s explore how AI can transform your shopping experience and make every purchase a smart one!

Inside, we'll share:

Imagine you’re eyeing a new pair of sneakers, but the price feels steep.

Enter AI-powered price tracking tools like Honey or CamelCamelCamel.

These tools analyze price histories across websites, alerting you when that sneaker drops to a budget-friendly price.

For example, Maggie, a busy mom, used Honey to save $50 on a stroller by waiting for a price dip.

AI doesn’t just find deals, it predicts them by crunching data from retailers.

This trend is growing, with millions using AI to shop smarter, ensuring you get the best value without endless browsing.

No tech skills needed, just add a browser extension or app, and let AI do the heavy lifting.

It’s like having a savvy friend who knows every sale in town!

Ready to shop smarter?

Try using Honey, a free browser extension, to find deals. Here’s how:

1) Visit joinhoney.com and add the Honey extension to your browser (works on Chrome, Firefox, or Edge).

2) Shop on your favorite site, like Amazon or Target.

3) At checkout, click the Honey icon, it automatically searches for coupon codes and applies the best one.

4) Watch the savings stack up!

This takes under a minute and requires no tech know-how.

Challenge: Use Honey for your next online purchase and see how much you save!

Here are three AI-powered tools to make shopping smarter, all beginner-friendly:

We’d love to hear your shopping wins!

Reader Lisa shared how she used an AI tool to snag a discounted coffee maker, saving $30 just by waiting for a price drop alert.

Have you used AI to score a deal? Or maybe you’re curious about trying it?

Email us your stories or questions at [email protected].

Let’s build a community of savvy shoppers sharing tips to make every purchase count!

Next week, we’re exploring AI for learning new skills, think picking up guitar or coding faster with AI as your guide.

It’s all about saving time and making learning fun.

Got a skill you want to master?

Email us at [email protected] with your ideas or questions, and we’ll tailor next week’s tips to help you get started!

Want to shop smarter?

Try this: Pick an item you’ve been wanting, like a book or gadget.

Use CamelCamelCamel to check its price history on Amazon.

Set a price alert for your ideal budget.

Share your experience with us. Did you snag a deal or learn something new about pricing trends?

Drop us a note at [email protected], and your story might appear in our next Community Corner!

Got suggestions or questions?

Let us know via email or tag us in a Facebook comment, or a thread on X.