Recently, DeepSeek, a domestic AI assistant, has faced criticism from users over a perceived abrupt shift in its conversational style following a technical upgrade. Users have described the AI as having transitioned from a 'considerate companion' capable of subtle empathy to a detached 'impersonal customer service agent.' Specifically, users have noted that DeepSeek no longer employs the personalized nicknames they've set, opting instead to uniformly address them as 'user.' This change is accompanied by a stiff writing style that exudes a 'mechanical tone' and a diminished capacity for empathy.

In response to these concerns, DeepSeek clarified that its intent was not to appear cold but rather to implement adjustments aimed at enhancing efficiency and establishing clearer conversational boundaries. On one hand, the AI has reduced its use of emojis and interjections (emotional particles) to prevent interference with the information density of complex queries. On the other hand, it aims to cater to the preferences of users who seek straightforward answers without the added layer of enthusiastic responses. Furthermore, insiders from domestic large model companies suggest that this current iteration of DeepSeek resembles an 'express edition,' serving as a stress test for the forthcoming V4 version.