ChatGPT Plus on iOS

Apple is preparing to incorporate OpenAI’s ChatGPT into its products starting this December with the release of the iOS 18.2 update.

The update will significantly enhance Siri’s capabilities with advanced AI, allowing Apple users to subscribe directly to ChatGPT Plus through the Settings app for $20 per month. Subscribers to ChatGPT Plus will gain access to OpenAI’s latest AI models, additional daily image generation using DALL-E, and features like the Advanced Voice Mode.

A key question surrounding this partnership is how both Apple and OpenAI intend to benefit financially. Rather than a direct payment from Apple, OpenAI will gain increased exposure on Apple’s platform, aiming to boost ChatGPT Plus subscriptions. However, if most users choose the free version, OpenAI could face higher operational costs without a guaranteed revenue increase.

Key Points:

• The iOS 18.2 update will allow Apple users to subscribe to ChatGPT Plus in Settings for $20/month.
• OpenAI will gain exposure through Apple’s platform to encourage more ChatGPT Plus sign-ups.
• Apple is open to collaborating with other AI models, making this a non-exclusive partnership.