ChatGPT arriving on the Mac in new OpenAI app ahead of WWDC ...
At OpenAI’s spring update keynote, the company revealed plans to make ChatGPT more accessible through a new desktop app designed for Mac users. The collaboration between Apple and OpenAI, rumored before WWDC, is set to bring ChatGPT to iOS 18 as a system-integrated chatbot feature.
New ChatGPT Desktop App for Mac
OpenAI introduced its first-party ChatGPT desktop app for Mac, aiming to provide users with easy access to the platform. The app, showcased briefly during the presentation, offers features to enhance user experience. More details about the app can be found in the official press release.
For both free and paid users, OpenAI is launching a new ChatGPT desktop app for macOS. This app seamlessly integrates into users' workflow, allowing them to engage with ChatGPT by simply using a keyboard shortcut (Option + Space).
In addition to text-based interactions, users can share and discuss screenshots directly within the app.
Voice Mode for Conversations
Voice Mode enables users to have conversations with ChatGPT directly from their computer. While Voice Mode is currently available, future updates will introduce new audio and video capabilities with GPT-4o. By clicking on the headphone icon in the app, users can initiate voice conversations for various purposes such as brainstorming, interview preparation, or casual discussions.
ChatGPT for Mac is now accessible to Plus users, with a rollout planned for all free GPT users in the upcoming weeks. OpenAI also has plans to release a Windows app later this year.
Enhanced Native Experience
The introduction of the ChatGPT desktop app for Mac offers users a native app experience, enhancing usability and performance. Prior to this release, Mac users had to rely on the web client or third-party apps to access ChatGPT. While an iPhone app for ChatGPT has been available for almost a year, the addition of a dedicated Mac app is a significant development for users.
As more OpenAI-related Apple news is anticipated in the near future, the launch of the ChatGPT app for Mac sets a positive precedent for collaboration between the two entities.
