OpenAI has rolled out an exciting upgrade to ChatGPT on WhatsApp, making it more interactive and versatile. From now on, the AI can “see” and “hear” the things you send, whether a photo or a voice note. This makes ChatGPT feel more like the app or web portal version, allowing for more spontaneous interactions. Now, instead of typing out your questions or ideas, you can send a picture or record a voice memo, and the AI will respond with text just like it always has.
This means you can now take a picture of a foreign-language sign, ask for a translation, or send a voice message of your toddler’s latest funny musings and get a transcription. While not as advanced as the web version, this upgrade certainly brings WhatsApp closer to offering the same experience. If you’re already familiar with the ChatGPT phone number, 1-800-CHATGPT, it’s still around. Being a phone call, it can handle audio input but not images.
Making Interactions More Convenient
Since its debut in December, ChatGPT on WhatsApp has been a valuable tool for those who need assistance while chatting, but some users found it a bit tedious to type everything out. ChatGPT has become much more manageable, allowing users to send photos and voice notes.
Whether you’re out for a run and don’t want to stop to type or in the middle of a DIY project and want to show the problem instead of explaining it, this new update is perfect for those on the go. It’s now a lot like texting a friend — send a quick voice note or a picture and wait for the response.
ChatGPT Now Remembers You
In addition to these new interactive features, OpenAI has also introduced account linking. If you’re using ChatGPT on WhatsApp, the AI will remember your preferences and past interactions, just like on the app or website.
Whether using the free version or a subscription, like ChatGPT Plus or Pro, this update removes previous restrictions, like the 15-minute-per-month cap on AI calls. For those hesitant to download the entire app or visit the website, this could be the perfect reason to use the service more regularly.
WhatsApp Becomes an Even Better AI Companion
WhatsApp is one of the world’s most popular messaging platforms. With ChatGPT now integrated more seamlessly, OpenAI is making it easier for users to access their AI assistant without leaving the app. The idea is simple – instead of opening a separate app, you can now ask questions or get assistance within the platform you already use to text your friends and family. However, OpenAI has also reminded users that messages may be reviewed for safety purposes, so keeping personal or sensitive info out of these chats is best.
This move could change how people use ChatGPT, especially for everyday tasks, creative brainstorming, or answering random questions. Only time will tell if WhatsApp users start relying on their new AI companion for more casual moments, like asking about dinner ideas or getting help to make sense of their late-night voice memos.
