OpenAI has just launched the latest version of its ground-breaking generative AI software, ChatGPT 4o, and it’s available for all users starting today. This release by Open AI is a significant leap in speed and functionality, building on the previous GPT-4 model with many new features.
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Unparalleled Image Understanding and Translation
ChatGPT 4o, also known by its codename “omni,” offers an incredible enhancement in understanding and discussing images. Snapping an imagine a picture of a menu in a foreign language, and ChatGPT 4o not only translates it but also provides historical context and dish recommendations. This innovation places ChatGPT 4o ahead of competitors like Google’s Gemini AI, positioning it as a leader in AI-powered translation and image analysis.
Unlocking New Potential for Users
ChatGPT 4o is accessible to ChatGPT Plus subscribers, a premium tier costing $20 per month. However, OpenAI has announced plans to roll out this powerful tool to free users in the coming weeks. This phased rollout ensures that paying subscribers get early access to the latest advancements, while free users won’t be left behind for long.
To enable GPT-4o on your mobile device:
- Download the ChatGPT app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Sign in to your OpenAI account.
- Tap the menu (top-left on iOS, top-right on Android).
- Select “GPT-4o.”
Free users will soon be able to follow the same steps to access this cutting-edge technology.
Enhanced Web and macOS Integration
For those using ChatGPT on a browser, ChatGPT Plus users can immediately switch to GPT-4o, while free users must wait a little longer. The process is simple:
- Visit chatgpt.com.
- Sign in with your OpenAI account.
- Use the drop-down menu to select “GPT-4o.”
Similarly, ChatGPT is now available as a desktop app for macOS. The installation and login process grants access to GPT-4o, though some users may need to wait for app access approval due to the staged rollout.
Subscription Details
ChatGPT remains free, but to enjoy the premium features of GPT-4o immediately, a ChatGPT Plus subscription is necessary. Here’s a quick rundown of the costs:
- GPT-4o: Currently part of the ChatGPT Plus subscription at $20 per month.
- GPT-4: $20 per month.
- GPT-3 and GPT-3.5: Free to use.
Developers can access a more flexible pricing scheme through BatchAPI, making GPT-4o a versatile tool for integrating into various applications. Development costs include $5 for 1 million input tokens and $15 for 1 million output tokens.
How to Enable GPT-4o on Your Phone
Enabling GPT-4o on your smartphone is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it:
- Install the ChatGPT app from the App Store or Google Play Store.
- Sign in to your OpenAI account.
- Tap on the menu in the top-left corner (iOS) or top-right (Android).
- Choose “GPT-4o.”
Those without a ChatGPT Plus subscription won’t be able to change their version of GPT yet. When GPT-4o launches on the free tier, the same steps will apply to activate GPT-4o (logging in with your OpenAI account, then selecting GPT-4o from the dropdown).
How to Use GPT-4o Web Edition
Much like the Android and iOS versions of ChatGPT, the web edition of GPT-4o is not yet available for free users. ChatGPT Plus users can enable GPT-4o on the browser edition of ChatGPT already, while free users must wait a few weeks to allow GPT-4o.
- Open chatgpt.com.
- Sign in with your OpenAI account.
- Click the drop-down menu on the top-left corner.
- Select “GPT-4o.”
ChatGPT will prompt free users to upgrade to GPT-4 with a ChatGPT Plus subscription, allowing them to switch between GPT-4 and GPT-4o.
How to Use GPT-4o on OpenAI Playground
While free access to GPT-4o is not yet available on chatgpt.com or through the ChatGPT apps, it is theoretically available on OpenAI Playground. The steps to access GPT-4o on the OpenAI Playground are pretty simple.
- Boot up OpenAI Playground in your web browser.
- Sign in with your OpenAI account.
- Click the drop-down menu on the top-left corner.
- Select the “gpt-4o” model.
While the OpenAI Playground version of GPT-4o is supposed to be available to free users, as you can see above, I could not replicate this workaround. I was able to change between different editions of GPT-3.5, but I could not access GPT-4 or GPT-4o.
How to Use GPT-4o on macOS
ChatGPT is now available as a desktop app for macOS. Unfortunately, much like the web and smartphone versions of ChatGPT, the macOS version is also experiencing a staged rollout process for GPT-4o, with paid users getting early access to the latest iteration of the AI.
For those with a ChatGPT Plus subscription, the process is slightly different for macOS than for the web or smartphone apps.
- Download the ChatGPT macOS app from the App Store.
- Install the DMG file to your desktop.
- Open the ChatGPT app.
- Log in to your OpenAI account.
Access to GPT-4o should be granted upon login, though you may need to wait for app access approval. The macOS desktop app is also being rolled out in a staged process similar to GPT-4o.
Get Started with GPT-4o Today!
Whether you’re a casual user or a developer looking to integrate advanced AI capabilities, ChatGPT 4o offers unparalleled features and performance. Subscribe to ChatGPT Plus to gain early access and explore the future of AI with OpenAI’s most powerful model yet.
Questions
a. How will GPT-4o’s new image understanding capabilities impact your daily tasks?
b. Are you excited about the potential for GPT-4o to enhance your productivity with its improved speed and functionality?
c. What specific use cases do you see for GPT-4o in your personal or professional life?
d. How do you feel about the phased rollout of GPT-4o for free users versus ChatGPT Plus subscribers?
e. Why do you plan to upgrade to ChatGPT Plus to get early access to GPT-4o?
Let us know your answers.
