In a move that’s either brilliantly innovative or peak Silicon Valley, OpenAI is bringing ChatGPT to your grandmother’s preferred communication methods: a lot of good old-fashioned phone calls and WhatsApp. Dialing 1-800-CHATGPT or 1-800-242-8478 allows users in the US and Canada to chat with their AI without the need to download yet another app or remember yet another password. 

While Meta is already using its own AI integration with WhatsApp users, OpenAI is also going swimmingly. The service is being launched internationally through WhatsApp, but unfortunately, the Indian users cannot directly connect through the phone numbers. 

1-800-ChatGPT: What It Is and Tips for Effective Use

ChatGPT is not the only thing that OpenAI is taking for a spin with its latest experiment; According to the OpenAI blog, AI conversation is becoming available for the masses through phone line and WhatsApp. No sign-up needed – just call 1-800-CHATGPT (or 1-800-242-8478 if you don’t like letters) from the USA or Canada, or chat with ChatGPT on WhatsApp in the countries allowed.

Rest assured about AI spam – ChatGPT won’t be calling you during dinner or sending you random “Hey stranger” messages on WhatsApp. You will have to take the initiative in this case. However, your carrier may charge you for this AI romance, so better check the rates before discussing the philosophy of life with the AI.

Conclusion

And that is how you get ChatGPT by a phone call or a WhatsApp message, which means that the AI accessibility is almost as easy as ordering pizza. Some might even call this a step backwards in the age of smooth apps and touch screens but there is something quite endearing about making high powered AI accessible to the masses and your grandparents. Whether this experiment will pave way to a new way of interacting with AI or just become another failed technology experiment, only time can tell.

FAQs

Q1: Is ChatGPT really available through a phone call? 

A: Yes, it’s as real as your old Nokia brick phone! OpenAI has gone delightfully retro by launching 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) in the US and Canada. Think of it as bringing AI to the masses without the need for fancy smartphones or remembering yet another password. Just don’t expect ChatGPT to play Snake or have those satisfying button clicks we all miss from the good old days.

Q2: Do I need a ChatGPT account to use these services? 

A: Nope! That’s the beauty of this analog-meets-AI innovation. You can leave your username/password trauma behind. Simply pick up your phone and dial, or slide into ChatGPT’s WhatsApp DMs like it’s your long-lost friend from high school. Just remember that while the AI won’t judge your 3 AM existential questions, your phone carrier might charge you for the privilege of having them.

Q3: How does the WhatsApp version work for users in India? 

A: For our friends in India, it’s a bit like a digital treasure hunt – instead of using a phone number, you’ll need to embrace your inner QR code enthusiast. Just scan the code, and voilà! You’re ready to chat with AI. Think of it as the technological equivalent of having to do a secret handshake before joining an exclusive club, except this club is powered by artificial intelligence.

Q4: Will ChatGPT start sending me random messages or calls? 

A: Fear not – ChatGPT won’t turn into that clingy friend who keeps sending “u up?” messages at midnight. The AI plays hard to get and waits for you to make the first move. No unexpected calls during dinner, no random “hey” messages, and definitely no AI-generated cat memes (though that last one might actually be a missed opportunity).