Which AI tools does this work with?

The sources used it with ChatGPT.

Where did this come from?

The Rundown AI (The Rundown AI). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.

Prompt to check unread iMessages, summarize them, and text the recap to yourself using ChatGPT Work.

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Text

Check my unread iMessages and let me know what I need to catch up on. Then text myself the recap.

Check my unread iMessages and let me know what I need to catch up on. Then text myself the recap.

Model notes

Requires the 'Messages' plugin installed in the ChatGPT desktop app. User must grant read access to iMessage conversations.

Example output

You have 3 unread messages. [Summary of messages]

What it does and when to use it

Use this prompt within ChatGPT Work after installing the 'Messages' plugin to get a summary of your unread iMessages sent to yourself via text.

Why it works

The 'Messages' plugin integrates with iMessage, allowing ChatGPT to read conversations and send outgoing texts based on user prompts.

When not to use it

This prompt only works within the ChatGPT desktop application on Mac.

Sources and credit

Runway's Solaris previews the no-code internet ↗The Rundown AI · The Rundown AI · Sep 1, 2026 · quoted as shared

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Which AI tools does this work with?: The sources used it with ChatGPT.
Where did this come from?: The Rundown AI (The Rundown AI). Subvolts collected, normalized and credited it; the link above opens the original.