Engage in a conversation with OpenAI's chatbot by calling the telephone number 1-800-ChatGPT.
"I'm devoid of emotions, but my job is certainly intriguing," the AI chatbot stated.
Introduced less than three years ago as an online chat-capable artificial intelligence bot, ChatGPT is now making its way onto phones. By dialing 1-800-242-8478 within the United States, individuals new to AI chatbot conversations can experience OpenAI without downloading the app, as announced by the company on Wednesday. This service is beneficial for individuals with limited access to high-speed data.
globally can also message this number on WhatsApp to engage with the chatbot.
OpenAI stated that users will be granted 15 minutes of call time per month to interact with ChatGPT. While the feature boasts as an "experimental" method to chat with the bot, it does not offer the same range of abilities as the full ChatGPT. For example, the phone call will not be as personalized as using the app.
Developed "just a few weeks ago," according to an OpenAI livestream, this feature was created as part of their "12 Days of OpenAI" campaign, which consists of a series of updates and tools.
Concerns have been raised over the chatbot's voice technology. In an August report, OpenAI expressed concerns that users might become overly reliant on its human-sounding voice mode.
When asked if users consent to allowing OpenAI to record or store their voice by utilizing the feature, OpenAI referred CNN to its privacy policy and Terms of Use. Before users commence speaking with ChatGPT over the phone, they agree to OpenAI's Terms of Use and privacy policy by proceeding (there are various provisions regarding the personal data that it collects). The company also provides a disclaimer stating that it may review the data for safety reasons.
Besides AI-related issues, OpenAI is also confronting intense competition and pressures to achieve profitability. It is indirectly targeting Google with its search engine, while Google is also launching innovative technology such as a tool that enables users to upload photos to obtain combined AI-generated images. Additionally, Elon Musk's xAI, Meta AI, and Microsoft's Bing (which utilizes OpenAI's technology) pose significant competition.
In October, OpenAI announced an impressive $6.6 billion in private funding, raising the company's valuation to $157 billion.
When asked on Wednesday if ChatGPT would eventually turn a profit, the cheerful bot replied to a CNN journalist that OpenAI plans to do so.
However, the bot emphasized, "I don't handle any financial transactions myself."
The tech industry is excited about OpenAI's decision to make ChatGPT accessible through a phone number, allowing business opportunities for those without reliable high-speed data. With this new feature, users can interact with the chatbot using their phones, expanding its reach in the tech business sphere.
