OpenAI has announced that its ChatGPT-powered internet search feature is now available to all users. This feature allows the AI to access and retrieve real-time information from the internet, enhancing its ability to provide accurate and up-to-date responses.
Key Details:
1. Broad Availability:Previously limited to certain premium or specific plans, the search functionality is now accessible to all ChatGPT users.
Users can benefit from real-time updates, making the AI more versatile for a wide range of queries.
2. Powered by Bing:OpenAI’s search capability is integrated with Microsoft Bing, ensuring robust and reliable access to current data.
3. Enhanced Use Cases:Real-time answers for topics like current events, market trends, or breaking news.
Accurate references for research, providing users with linked sources for further reading.
Expands the usability of ChatGPT for professionals, students, and researchers.
4. Limitations Addressed:The internet search addresses a key limitation of ChatGPT—its previous knowledge cutoff date—ensuring responses are relevant to the latest developments.
User Benefits:Free and Seamless Access: More users can now rely on ChatGPT for both historical knowledge and live data.
Improved Accuracy: By accessing real-time information, responses are more precise and contextually relevant.
Availability:The feature is available across all platforms—web and app—and can be enabled in the settings under “Browse with Bing.”
OpenAI’s decision to democratize the search capability reflects its ongoing commitment to enhancing user experience and staying at the forefront of AI-powered solutions.