Aussie shoppers are losing it over a ‘genius’ money-saving trick that could help you thousands at checkout.
Nova 96.9 presenter Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli revealed the simple hack during a recent segment on Fitzy & Wippa with Kate, explaining how he used AI to score a discount on an online order.
‘Can I tell you what I did the other day? And it’s a tip that we got on this show,’ Wippa began, before launching into the trick that left his co-hosts stunned.
While online shopping, Wippa said he was just about to complete his order when he spotted the ‘coupon’ prompt at checkout.
Instead of skipping over it like many do, he turned to ChatGPT and asked it to look for active discount codes for the site he was shopping on.
‘I went on ChatGPT and said, “Please search for any coupons that could be attached to the website”,’ he explained.
‘It actually worked, I felt like a bit of a scammer… The software fired back five of them (discount codes) – there’s always a ‘Welcome10’ or a ‘Thanks15′. I got 15 per cent off my Labubu doll.’
His co-host Ryan ‘Fitzy’ Fitzgerald was amazed by the discovery, saying: ‘That is unbelievable’ to which Wippa responded, ‘Easy savings, guys.’
Michael ‘Wippa’ Wipfli revealed the simple hack during a recent segment on Fitzy & Wippa with Kate, explaining how he used AI to score a discount on an online purchase
The best part? The entire process took just seconds and cost him nothing.
The AI-generated codes worked instantly, allowing Wippa to pocket a discount he would have otherwise missed.
‘The AI Hack that could save you THOUSANDS,’ the radio station said in its caption.
While coupon browser extensions like Honey have been around for years, using AI tools like ChatGPT to search for codes on demand is a fresh, user-driven feature that’s quickly catching on with savvy shoppers.
Wippa asked ChatGPT to look for discount codes for the site he was shopping on
Social media users have since called the tip a ‘game-changer,’ with many now trying it for everything from groceries and gifts to clothing and tech.
‘I do this all the time,’ one confessed.
With the cost of living continuing to bite, it’s a timely reminder that a few keystrokes – and a little AI assistance – could lead to some seriously savings.
So next time you’re about to check out, don’t skip the coupon box – your wallet will thank you.
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How to save THOUSANDS on your next shop: The ‘genius’ AI trick everyone needs to know about