Conversational artificial intelligence continues to develop and find its way into our daily lives. After the dedicated mobile application, OpenAI's ChatGPT is preparing to integrate even more deeply into our Android smartphones thanks to a very promising new widget
Direct access to ChatGPT features
According to Android expert Mishaal Rahman (via The Verge ), the ChatGPT app with version 1.2024.052 now offers a new 4 x 2 widget. The latter offers four intuitive shortcuts:
- Text: Start a text conversation with ChatGPT.
- Camera: Generate text from a captured image.
- Image: Upload an image and let ChatGPT describe it or create a story from it.
- Voice Query: Interact with ChatGPT by voice.
A taste of ChatGPT Plus
While the basic features are available for free, the Camera and Image are only available to subscribers of ChatGPT Plus , a premium plan at $20/month. The latter also offers unlimited access to ChatGPT, even during peak periods, faster response times and priority access to new features.
ChatGPT vs Gemini: AI duel on Android
The arrival of this widget on Android comes in a context of growing rivalry between ChatGPT and Gemini , Google's conversational AI. While ChatGPT has been in the market for longer, Gemini is trying to catch up by offering similar features, like its recently launched mobile app.
A promising future for conversational AI
The integration of ChatGPT via a widget on Android is a major breakthrough that heralds a future where interaction with AI will be fluid and omnipresent. This development offers a wide range of possibilities, from information retrieval to content creation to personal assistance.
Update on controversies
It is important to note that Gemini's image tool was temporarily suspended following controversies regarding its accuracy and depiction of people. This situation highlights the need for ethical reflection and increased vigilance in the development and use of conversational AI.
Conclusion
The new ChatGPT widget for Android represents an important step in the evolution of conversational AI. By offering direct and intuitive access to its functionalities, ChatGPT positions itself as a powerful and versatile tool that promises to transform the way we interact with technology.
