Apple is putting ChatGPT in Siri for free later this year
What specific features will ChatGPT bring to Siri as a result of the partnership between Apple and OpenAI?
As a result of the partnership between Apple and OpenAI, ChatGPT will be integrated into Siri, enhancing its capabilities in several ways. With the integration of ChatGPT, users can expect a more responsive, accurate, and nuanced voice-based query experience. This means Siri will be able to answer questions and provide information more efficiently and effectively, thanks to OpenAI's large language model (LLM).
Some specific features that ChatGPT will bring to Siri include:
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Improved question-answering ability: ChatGPT's LLM will enable Siri to better understand and respond to user queries, providing more accurate and relevant answers.
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Enhanced privacy: Apple plans to maintain its focus on user privacy by processing as much data on-device as possible. This ensures that user data stays on the device and is not sent to third-party servers.
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Integration with Apple's system-wide writing tools: ChatGPT will be integrated into Apple's writing tools, allowing users to generate text and get suggestions in various applications.
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Access to ChatGPT's knowledge base: With the integration of ChatGPT, Siri will be able to tap into ChatGPT's vast knowledge base "when it might be helpful," according to Apple's Craig Federighi. This will allow users to ask for menu ideas, decorating advice, and information about documents, presentations, and PDFs.
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Paid subscriber access to premium features: Users who have subscribed to ChatGPT (Plus, Teams, or Enterprise) will be able to connect their accounts and access extra paid features via Apple Intelligence experiences.
These features are expected to roll out with the release of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia later this year.
When will ChatGPT become available on iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia, and will it require a user account for access?
ChatGPT will become available on iOS 18 and macOS Sequoia later this year. It will be available for free without requiring a user account. However, paid ChatGPT subscribers can connect their accounts to access additional features4.
How will paid subscribers of ChatGPT benefit differently when linking their accounts with Apple’s operating systems?
Paid subscribers of ChatGPT will benefit differently when linking their accounts with Apple's operating systems by gaining access to premium features from OpenAI within Apple's operating systems. This means that they can utilize advanced capabilities and tools that are not available to free users, enhancing their overall experience with the chatbot. Additionally, the integration of ChatGPT into Apple's systemwide writing tools will provide a more seamless and efficient interaction with the chatbot for paid subscribers.