OpenAI Introduces Web Browsing Feature in ChatGPT Mobile App – But Bing Only!

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OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research lab, has recently made an exciting announcement for the users of its ChatGPT Plus mobile app. A new feature called ‘Browsing’ is now available that allows ChatGPT to search the web via Bing and provide real-time information.

What Is ChatGPT Plus?

A Premium AI-Powered Chatbot

ChatGPT Plus is the premium version of OpenAI’s ChatGPT. The ChatGPT app is built on the GPT-4 architecture and utilizes advanced natural language processing algorithms. With the integration of the Browsing feature, ChatGPT is poised to become an even more powerful assistant for research and up-to-date information gathering.

Unveiling the Browsing Feature

How to Enable Browsing

To enable Browsing feature in their app settings, users need to navigate to New Features > New Features Browser with Bing > Model Switcher & then to the drop down list. To activate Browsing feature for GT-4 users must access New Features section under New Features in app Settings -> New Features section then Model Switcher > GPS-4 model switcher > Browser with Bing drop-down list in app Settings then. The Browsing feature is available on both iOS and Android ChatGPT apps.

Extending ChatGPT’s Knowledge

Prior to this update, ChatGPT’s knowledge was limited to the information available up to 2021. With Browsing enabled, ChatGPT can now fetch data on current events and other fresh information. This is particularly beneficial for queries that need the latest data.

Why Only Bing?

The OpenAI-Microsoft Connection

Browsing in ChatGPT is limited to Microsoft’s Bing search engine. This decision seems closely tied to OpenAI’s partnership with Microsoft, which has invested over $10 billion in OpenAI. However, limiting browsing capabilities to Bing raises concerns among users.

The Downside of Bing Exclusivity

There have been instances in the past where Bing was criticized for providing biased results or disinformation. Although Microsoft has been working to improve Bing’s algorithms, the lack of an alternative search engine within the ChatGPT Browsing feature could be problematic if Bing’s search results are not accurate.

Additional Updates

Direct Access to Search Results

In addition to the Browsing feature, OpenAI has introduced another useful update. Users can now tap on a search result and be taken directly to the respective point in the conversation. This enhancement, along with the Browsing feature, is rolling out to ChatGPT Plus mobile apps this week.

Potential and Concerns

The addition of the Browsing feature to ChatGPT Plus significantly enhances its capabilities, particularly for research and staying informed on current events. However, the exclusive reliance on Bing as a search engine could be a point of contention for some users. It remains to be seen how OpenAI addresses these concerns moving forward.

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