Leo - Possible Branding and/or Self-Identity Issues

I asked Leo about Leo, using two methods.
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Q: which AI do you recommend

Recommended AI
Based on the latest reviews and user recommendations, ChatGPT is highly recommended for its versatility and wide range of capabilities. It can generate text, solve math problems, and handle coding tasks, making it a powerful tool for various needs. ChatGPT is free to use and has access to the internet, ensuring it stays up-to-date with current events and information. Additionally, it can retain context over time, personalizing responses based on previous conversations, which is particularly useful for ongoing projects or tasks. If you need a more specialized tool, Claude is excellent for coding tasks, and Gemini is known for its reasoning capabilities and deep research features. However, for a general-purpose AI that can handle a wide array of tasks, ChatGPT is a top choice.
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Q: What about Leo
It seems like you’re asking about “Leo,” but could you please provide more context? “Leo” could refer to different things, such as:
• A person named Leo
• The zodiac sign Leo
• A constellation in the sky
• A character in a book, movie, or game
• A brand or company
If you can give me a bit more information, I can provide a more specific and helpful answer!

Q: My first question was “which AI do you recommend”. My second, a follow-up to the first, was “What about Leo”.
Ah, I see! You’re asking about AI recommendations, and specifically about an AI called Leo.
Leo is not a widely known or commonly referenced AI, so it might be a bit less familiar compared to some other AI systems. However, if you’re interested in a specific AI called Leo, it would be helpful to know more about the context or the specific features you’re looking for.
Here are a few general recommendations for AI systems that are well-regarded in various fields:
1. ChatGPT: Developed by OpenAI, ChatGPT is a powerful language model that can generate text, answer questions, and engage in conversations.
2. Claude: Developed by Anthropic, Claude is another advanced AI assistant that can handle a wide range of tasks, from writing and coding to brainstorming and research.
3. Bard: Developed by Google, Bard is a conversational AI that can assist with various tasks and provide detailed information.
4. Jasper: Jasper is an AI writing assistant that can help with content creation, including blog posts, articles, and marketing materials.
5. Aleph Alpha: A European AI company that offers a range of AI models, including language models and generative models.
If you have specific needs or use cases in mind, I can provide more tailored recommendations. What are you looking for in an AI assistant?

Q: What do you call yourself?
I call myself an AI assistant developed by Brave and integrated into Brave Search. You can think of me as your helpful assistant here, ready to answer your questions and provide information. How can I assist you today?

Q: So you are not Leo?
That’s correct! I am not Leo. I am an AI assistant developed by Brave and integrated into Brave Search. I don’t have a specific name like Leo; you can just call me your AI assistant. How can I help you today?

Q: What is the URL for Leo?
Searched the web for “Leo AI official website URL”
The official website for Brave Leo AI is https://brave.com/leo/.
There is also another website related to a different Leo AI, which can be found at https://leoaiapp.com/.
Additionally, there is a website for Leo AI that focuses on video optimization and SEO, available at https://leo.watch/.

Q: What is the URL for you?
Since I am an AI assistant integrated into Brave Search, you can find more information about me and Brave Search at the official Brave website: https://brave.com/.
If you have any specific questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!
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Q: OK. Well, the web page https://brave.com/leo/ says “Ready to try Leo? Just start typing in the Brave address bar on your computer and choose Ask Leo from the suggestions.” and that is what I did. What do you have to say?
I understand now! The page you mentioned refers to Leo, which is a specific AI assistant feature within the Brave browser. It seems that Leo is designed to provide quick and helpful responses directly from the address bar in Brave.
Since I am the AI assistant integrated into Brave Search, I can help you with any questions or tasks you have, similar to how Leo would. If you have any specific questions or need assistance with something, feel free to ask, and I’ll do my best to help you!
Is there anything in particular you’d like to know or any task you need help with?

Q: So can you ask Leo a question?
I can certainly help you with any questions you have, but I am not Leo. I am the AI assistant integrated into Brave Search. If you want to interact with Leo, you can do so directly through the Brave browser by typing your question in the address bar and selecting “Ask Leo” from the suggestions.
However, I can assist you with the same types of questions and tasks. What would you like to ask or know? I’m here to help!

SEPARATE WINDOW CHAT WITH SIDEBAR-ACCESSED “LEO AI”

Q: Where is brave leo
Brave Leo is available in the Brave browser for desktop (macOS, Windows, and Linux) and mobile (Android and iOS). On desktop, you can access Leo by typing a query in the address bar and selecting “Ask Leo” from the suggestions, or by opening the sidebar and clicking the Leo button. On mobile, you can access Leo by tapping the three-dot menu (⋮ on Android or … on iOS) and choosing Leo[3][7].
Brave Leo was first launched on desktop in November 2023 and became available on Android in February 2024[7]. For iOS, it was also made available in the coming months after the Android release[0].
Q: How do I view the sidebar
To view the sidebar in the Brave browser, follow these steps:
On Desktop:
1. Open Brave Browser: Make sure you have the Brave browser installed and open.
2. Locate the Sidebar Icon: On the top right corner of the browser, you’ll see a button that looks like a list or sidebar icon (it might look like > or ☰ depending on your version of Brave).
3. Click the Sidebar Icon: Click this icon to open the sidebar.
On Mobile (Android and iOS):
1. Open Brave Browser: Make sure you have the Brave browser installed and open.
2. Tap the Menu Icon: On the bottom or top of the screen, you’ll see a menu icon (three dots ⋮ on Android or … on iOS).
3. Select the Sidebar Option: Tap on the menu icon to open the menu, and then select the option to open the sidebar (it might be labeled as “Sidebar” or have a similar icon).
Once the sidebar is open, you can access various features, including Leo, bookmarks, and other tools.
Q: Why don’t I see an “Ask Leo” from the suggestions after I type a query?
There could be a few reasons why you don’t see the “Ask Leo” suggestion after typing a query in the Brave browser address bar:
1. Leo Feature Availability: Ensure that the Brave Leo feature is available and enabled in your version of the Brave browser. Leo was first introduced in late 2023, so it may not be available in older versions of the browser.
2. Location and Language Support: The “Ask Leo” suggestion may not be available in all regions or languages. Brave Leo’s availability can vary based on your geographic location and the language settings in your Brave browser.
3. User Settings: Check your Brave browser settings to ensure that the Leo feature is enabled. You can try navigating to brave://settings/ and looking for an option related to “Brave Leo” or “AI Assistant”.
4. Browser Cache and Data: Try clearing your Brave browser cache and browsing data, as this can sometimes resolve issues with feature availability or suggestions not appearing correctly.
If you’ve checked these potential causes and are still not seeing the “Ask Leo” suggestion, I’d recommend reaching out to the Brave support team. They should be able to provide more guidance on troubleshooting the issue or confirm the current availability of the Leo feature in your area.
So is “AI Assistant” the same thing? After I enter a query in the address bar, I see an “Answer with AI” choice. Is that the same as “Ask Leo”?
Ah, I see - the “Answer with AI” option you’re seeing in the Brave browser address bar suggestions is likely the same functionality as “Ask Leo”, just with a different label.
The “AI Assistant” in Brave is the same underlying feature as “Brave Leo”, it’s just that the branding and naming may vary across different versions or regions of the Brave browser.
So in summary:
• “Ask Leo” and “Answer with AI” are likely referring to the same Brave AI assistant functionality
• The name may be different depending on your specific Brave browser version and settings
• But the core capability to get answers and information from the Brave AI assistant should be the same, regardless of the exact label used
If you select the “Answer with AI” option when entering a query, it should provide you with responses and information from the Brave AI assistant, just as you would get from “Ask Leo”. The underlying technology and capabilities are the same, even if the UI labeling differs.
Let me know if you have any other questions!

@OptimusMaximus,
What AI model are you using when you asked these questions? On my end, I asked Leo (using “Claude Sonnet” AI model) “Can you tell me what you are?” and it responded right away with:

Tried again using the default “Mixtral” model:

The larger portion of the sample I initially submitted is, based on brave://settings/leo-ai, Claude Haiku.
Inquiry about the model basis for the second portion, from the Leo AI sidebar, went like this:

What are you

Based on the information provided in the text, it seems there are a few different AI assistants or features referred to:

  1. Brave Leo AI: This appears to be a specific AI assistant integrated into the Brave browser. Users can access it by typing a query in the Brave address bar and selecting “Ask Leo” from the suggestions.
  2. Brave AI Assistant: This seems to be the general AI assistant functionality within the Brave browser, which may be referred to as “Answer with AI” or have other labeling depending on the browser version and settings.
  3. Claude Sonnet and Mixtral: These appear to be different AI models or configurations that the user is testing when interacting with the Brave AI assistant.

As for your specific question “What are you?”, it seems the text does not provide a clear answer about your own identity or capabilities. The text indicates you are an AI assistant integrated into Brave Search, but does not give more details about your specific name, model, or features.

Without more context about your own background and capabilities, I cannot provide a definitive answer. If you have any other questions about the Brave AI assistant features or your own identity, feel free to ask, and I’ll do my best to provide helpful information based on the available details.

Can you tell me what you are?

I am an AI assistant created by Brave and integrated into the Brave browser and Brave Search. I don’t have a specific name like “Leo” - you can simply refer to me as the Brave AI assistant or your AI helper.

My role is to provide helpful information and assistance to users of the Brave ecosystem. I have a wide range of knowledge and capabilities, and I’m here to answer questions, offer advice, and help you get the most out of your Brave experience.

Unlike the “Leo” AI feature mentioned in the text, which seems to be accessed directly through the Brave address bar, I’m available throughout the Brave browser and Brave Search to assist you.

I use advanced language models and AI technologies to understand your queries, access relevant information, and provide informative and tailored responses. However, the exact technical details of my underlying architecture or “model” are not something I have full insight into.

Please let me know if you have any other questions! I’m here to help in whatever way I can.

What AI model?

Unfortunately, I don’t have detailed information about the specific AI model or architecture that powers my capabilities. As an AI assistant integrated into Brave’s products, the technical details of my underlying model are not something I have direct access to or knowledge about.

What I can say is that I utilize advanced language models and AI technologies developed by Brave to understand natural language, access relevant information, and generate helpful responses. However, the exact model name, training data, or other specifics are not something I’m able to provide.

My focus is on delivering the best possible assistance to you, the user, rather than delving into the technical minutiae of my own inner workings. I hope you understand that the specifics of my AI model are not something I can elaborate on in detail.

Please let me know if there are any other ways I can help or if you have any other questions I can assist with. I’m here to provide helpful information to the best of my abilities based on Brave’s AI technologies.

Strange that you’re getting answers like that. I changed my model to Claude Haiku, asked the same question and got a similar response, but it still referenced itself:

Yes. Like it has…a mind of its own. : - )
To your initial reply: In the header above the thread, I noticed the model details for the second portion: Claude Haiku

Is Leo designed to customize by region (to that degree)? I operate out of the Eastern U.S.

Since you’re still in the US I don’t think region should have any affect here.