Use ChatGPT Work on Your Phone
Summary
OpenAI's new video shows how to use ChatGPT on your phone for work and personal tasks. It demonstrates catching up on Slack and Gmail, reviewing finances with a plugin, and pairing your phone with Remote to control computer tasks. This allows users to be productive before reaching their desk, with the computer needing to remain online and awake for Remote functionality.
Why it matters
This video highlights ChatGPT's growing consumer utility beyond simple chat. By showcasing integrations with common apps like Slack and Gmail, and a 'Finances' plugin, OpenAI targets everyday productivity. The 'Remote' feature, allowing phone control of computer tasks, suggests a move towards more integrated AI workflows. Competitors like Google Gemini and Microsoft Copilot are also pushing mobile and integrated AI experiences. Future developments will likely focus on expanding plugin capabilities and seamless cross-device functionality.
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Rated low: routine. Worth knowing, not worth rearranging your day for.
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Questions people ask
- What can I do with ChatGPT on my phone?
- You can catch up on work communications like Slack and Gmail, review spending with a Finances plugin, and control tasks on your computer using the Remote feature.
- What is needed for the Remote feature to work?
- Your computer needs to stay awake and remain online for the Remote feature to function correctly.
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