Apple’s collaboration with OpenAI, announced at WWDC 2024 in June, promised exciting AI features for iOS 18. However, the latest iOS 18.2 beta reveals that these features may not be entirely free. While Apple remained silent on the financial details of the deal, it seems OpenAI’s standard pricing model will apply.
Siri’s ChatGPT Integration and Usage Limits
The iOS 18.2 beta showcases Siri’s integration with ChatGPT, a key feature of Apple’s AI strategy. However, users will encounter a daily usage limit within the settings. To bypass this restriction, users will have the option to subscribe to ChatGPT Plus. This strategy aligns with OpenAI’s approach of offering basic features for free while charging for advanced capabilities.
The Cost of Advanced AI Features
iPhone users, particularly those with iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max, or iPhone 16 series models, will face a choice: subscribe to ChatGPT Plus for approximately $20 per month or accept limitations on ChatGPT’s functionality. This move could be mutually beneficial for both Apple and OpenAI. Apple might see increased sales of its premium iPhones, while OpenAI could gain more ChatGPT Plus subscribers.
Free vs. Paid ChatGPT Features
Here’s a breakdown of the differences between the free and paid versions of ChatGPT:
Free ChatGPT:
- Limited daily queries.
- Basic AI chatbot responses after exceeding the limit.
- Limited DALL-E 3 image generation (two per day).
Paid ChatGPT:
- ChatGPT 4o voice mode.
- Support for 5x more queries.
- Higher limits on photo and file uploads.
- Enhanced AI-generated image support.
The iOS 18.2 update is expected to roll out in early December, and it will be interesting to observe the user adoption rate of the Siri-ChatGPT integration
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