You can now use your phone line to call ChatGPT when cellular data is unavailable.

OpenAI has been rolling out a series of exciting updates and features for ChatGPT, and the latest addition is a game-changer. Users in the US can now call ChatGPT directly via a phone line, eliminating the need for cellular data.

ChatGPT Gets Its Own Phone Number

OpenAI announced the new feature during a YouTube livestream, showcasing how users can dial 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478) to interact with the chatbot over the phone. Using Advanced Voice Mode, the system provides natural, conversational interactions similar to the web-based chatbot experience.

This feature aims to make ChatGPT accessible even in areas without an internet connection. For instance, OpenAI demonstrated how travelers on a road trip could ask ChatGPT questions about their surroundings without needing to upload photos or videos.

Global Access Through WhatsApp

Beyond the US, OpenAI has also made ChatGPT available on WhatsApp. Users worldwide can text the chatbot by starting a conversation with the same phone number, 1-800-CHATGPT (1-800-242-8478). OpenAI is currently working on enabling users to log into their ChatGPT accounts through the WhatsApp bot for a more seamless experience.

Additional Features and Updates

This announcement follows a week of significant upgrades to ChatGPT:

• Free Web Search: ChatGPT Search is now available to all users, offering real-time answers from the web.
• Video Chat: Advanced Voice Mode now supports video, enabling natural video-based conversations with the chatbot.
• Siri Integration: With iOS 18.2, iPhone and iPad users can now chat with ChatGPT directly through Siri.

The ChatGPT app remains free to download on the App Store, requiring an iPhone running iOS 16.4 or later.

With these enhancements, you can call ChatGPT using your phone. OpenAI continues to push the boundaries of AI accessibility, making ChatGPT available wherever and however users need it.