How to set up and use ChatGPT on your iPhone or iPad
Available in iOS/iPadOS 18.2
Trying to use Siri on an iPhone or iPad can be a frustrating experience. That’s because Apple’s voice assistant too often fails to understand or correctly respond to your requests. And in this age of generative AI, Siri can’t handle the same types of tasks easily tackled by advanced AI bots. To skirt Siri’s limitations and add a dose of AI, you can now use ChatGPT directly on your iPhone and iPad.
Prerequisites
Before you proceed, keep in mind that you need the right type of device, one that supports Apple Intelligence. That means any iPhone 16, an iPhone 15 Pro, an iPhone 15 Pro Max, any iPad model with an M1 or later chip, or an iPad mini with an A17 Pro chip.
Setting Up ChatGPT
To set up ChatGPT, update your device to iOS or iPadOS 18.2. Go to Settings, select General, and then tap Software Update. Select the Update Now button to install the latest version.
Next, enable Apple Intelligence. Go to Settings, tap the setting for Apple Intelligence & Siri, and turn on the switch for Apple Intelligence if it’s not already enabled.
To set up ChatGPT, swipe down the Apple Intelligence & Siri screen and select ChatGPT in the Extensions section. Turn on the option for Setup Prompts if it’s turned off. Doing so tells Siri to suggest using ChatGPT if you submit a question or request that Siri can’t handle.
Tap Set Up next to the option to use ChatGPT. The next screen describes how to use the AI on your device. Tap Next. The Privacy and ChatGPT screen then explains the privacy implications of integrating ChatGPT.
Using ChatGPT
You can coax Siri to use ChatGPT a couple of different ways. First, ask Siri a question that you think is better suited for generative AI. For example, say: "Siri, create an essay to explain how and why the Korean War started." Siri should tell you that it needs to use ChatGPT and ask for your permission. Say Yes, and ChatGPT steps in to write the content you need.
If you want to turn to ChatGPT right off the bat, then your best bet is to tell Siri to use it followed by your request. For example, you could say: "Siri, use ChatGPT to give me a recipe for butternut squash soup." Siri then automatically uses ChatGPT to respond to your request.
Writing Tools
Another way to use ChatGPT is with the Writing Tools that are part of Apple Intelligence. Here, you can ask the AI to help you write or edit a specific piece of content. Open an app such as Mail, Messages, or Notes. Press down on the spot where you want to enter text. From the menu, choose Writing Tools, select Compose, and then tap the option for Compose with ChatGPT. Describe the subject or topic of your content. After ChatGPT writes it for you, you’re then able to review, refine, and rewrite the draft and add specific details to it. When finished, tap Done.
Visual Intelligence
Another AI-powered feature that works with ChatGPT is Visual Intelligence. This one provides information on objects you discover through your iPhone’s camera. For this, you’ll need an iPhone 16 with the new physical Camera Control button. Aim your phone at an object that strikes your interest and curiosity. Press down on the Camera Control, and the Visual Intelligence screen pops up. Tap Continue and then select Search. ChatGPT then runs a search to provide details about the mysterious object. Select Ask and you can then ask a specific question about the item.
Managing Your ChatGPT Settings
Finally, you can manage certain settings for the ChatGPT integration. Go to Settings, navigate to Apple Intelligence & Siri, and then select ChatGPT. Here, you’re able to turn off ChatGPT and sign in or out of your ChatGPT account. You can also disable the option to confirm ChatGPT requests if you no longer want Siri to ask for permission when it tries to call on the AI.
Conclusion
In conclusion, ChatGPT on your iPhone and iPad is a powerful tool that can help you with a range of tasks. By following these steps, you can set up and use ChatGPT on your device.
FAQs
Q: What devices are compatible with ChatGPT on iOS/iPadOS 18.2?
A: The devices compatible with ChatGPT are iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, iPad model with an M1 or later chip, or iPad mini with an A17 Pro chip.
Q: Can I use my own ChatGPT account on my device?
A: Yes, you can use your own ChatGPT account on your device. Just select the option for Use ChatGPT with an Account during the setup process.
Q: Can I turn off ChatGPT on my device?
A: Yes, you can turn off ChatGPT on your device. Just go to Settings, navigate to Apple Intelligence & Siri, and then select ChatGPT. Here, you’re able to turn off ChatGPT and sign in or out of your ChatGPT account.
