When I first thought about removing Google Search from my computing experience years ago, it seemed like a nightmare scenario. How would I be certain that the alternatives I picked would provide the same results as Google Search? That they would be just as reliable? It took a while until I started using Google Search alternatives. I didn't rip off the bandaid in one smooth motion. I first replaced Google Search with DuckDuckGo on iPhone. A while later, I did the same thing on Mac. At first, I'd use Google Search and DuckDuckGo in parallel. Then AI products like ChatGPT and Perplexity arrived, and they made it even easier to wean myself off of Google Search. Little did I know my Google Search independence would pay off so soon. Google rolled out a Google Search upgrade after I/O 2024 that not many people are thrilled about. AI Overviews are now part of the default Google Search experience. There are ways to get back to a traditional Search experience. And then there's the "nuclear" solution: Eliminating Google Search from your browsing habits. I'm here to tell you that whatever avenue you choose will work great for you, even if removing Google Search from your usual web browsing behavior sounds scary. Continue reading... The post Ditching Google Search paid off in the most unexpected way appeared first on BGR. Today's Top Deals Today’s deals: Memorial Day sales on ECOVACS DEEBOT X2 Combo, Apple, Samsung foldable phones, more Best Apple deals for May 2024 Best deals: Tech, laptops, TVs, and more sales Best Fire TV Stick deals for May 2024

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