Since release iOS 18.2 December 11ChatGPT integration was an integral part of Apple Intelligence. If you have the latest iPhone, iPad or Mac, you can access the OpenAI chatbot directly from your device, without having to use the ChatGPT app or web client.
What is ChatGPT?
ChatGPT is a generative AI chatbot created by OpenAI and powered by a large machine learning language model. In addition to the ability to interact with people using natural language, ChatGPT can search the Internet, solve complex math and coding problems, and generate text, images, and audio. As of this writing, the current version of ChatGPT is based on the OpenAI mini-models GPT-4o and 4o.
In June 2024, Apple announced that partnership with OpenAI to integrate ChatGPT into Apple Intelligence. While some of ChatGPT's proprietary features are available directly on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS, many of them, such as Enhanced Voice, are only available through the ChatGPT app or the OpenAI website.
Where can you use ChatGPT on your iPhone?
On iPhone, ChatGPT is primarily accessible through three surfaces. First, Siri can call on ChatGPT to answer your questions. In cases where Apple's digital assistant determines that ChatGPT can help you better, it will ask your permission to share your request with OpenAI. You can also use ChatGPT to identify places and objects via iPhone 16. Camera control menu.
Finally, you can get help from ChatGPT when using Apple's new Writing Tools. Essentially, every time you type from the iPhone's built-in keyboard, including in third-party apps like Notes, Mail, and Messages, ChatGPT can help you compose your text. Finding this feature can be a little tricky, so here's how to access it:
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Long pressing on a piece of text brings up the iOS 18 text selection tool.
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Tap Writing Tools. You may have to tap the arrow icon for the option to appear.
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Choose Compose.
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Tap Write a message using ChatGPTand write an invitation describing what you want ChatGPT to write for you.
Do you need an OpenAI account to use ChatGPT on iPhone?
No, an OpenAI account is not required to use ChatGPT on iPhone. However, if you have a paid subscription, you can use ChatGPT features on your device more often. Logging into your account will also save all requests to your ChatGPT history.
How to set up ChatGPT
If your iPhone has not yet prompted you to enable ChatGPT, you can manually enable the extension by following these steps:
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Go to Settings.
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Tap Apple Intelligence and Siri.
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Tap ChatGPTthen select Tune.
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Click either Enable ChatGPT or Use ChatGPT with an account. Select the latter if you have an OpenAI account.
Which Apple devices support ChatGPT integration?
iPhone with Apple Intelligence required to use ChatGPT. As of this writing, Apple Intelligence is available on the following devices:
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iPhone 16
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iPhone 16 plus
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iPhone 16 pro
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iPhone 16 pro max
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iPhone 15 pro
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iPhone 15 pro max
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iPad mini with A17 Pro
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iPad Air with M1 and later
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iPad Pro with M1 and later
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MacBook Air with M1 and later
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MacBook Pro with M1 and later
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iMac with M1 and later
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Mac mini with M1 and later
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Mac Studio with M1 Max and later
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Mac Pro with M2 Ultra