As of July 27, the wait is over: OpenAI's ChatGPT application is now available in Mexico for Android devices, after its initial launch on the iOS platform a few weeks ago. This powerful generative artificial intelligence tool is causing a sensation around the world, and now Mexican users can also enjoy its versatility and functionality.
ChatGPT, powered by OpenAI, has been leading the race in the development of artificial intelligence. Its Android version was announced on July 25 and, starting July 27, users in Mexico, Argentina, Canada, France, Germany, Indonesia, Ireland, Japan, Nigeria, the Philippines, the United Kingdom and South Korea can access to this innovative application through Google Play.
One of the notable differences between the app and the browser version is the ability to give instructions using voice commands, which adds an extra layer of convenience and efficiency. The app converts these voice commands to text, allowing users to review and edit their message before sending it. In addition, ChatGPT for Android offers the advantage of accessing chats generated on other devices and managing conversation history with the chatbot.
It is essential to keep in mind that, when downloading the application from Google Play, it is important to verify that it is the official OpenAI product. There are fraudulent applications that pretend to be ChatGPT and can result in scams for unsuspecting users.
Like its browser counterpart, the iOS and Android version of ChatGPT is free to download. However, it is relevant to note that the available version is updated until 2021. In addition, to enjoy ChatGPT on Android devices, an operating system with version 6.0 or higher is required.
OpenAI has been transparent about data collection in the app. While ChatGPT does not access precise location, Bluetooth or other services to obtain location data, it does collect IP addresses to estimate the country, state and city of the device. However, they ensure that audio clips sent for transcription are not retained beyond what is necessary to complete the process.
Audio clips are briefly stored in the Android device cache and deleted according to the design of the operating system. Once transcribed, OpenAI does not access or use the audio clips cached on the device for any other purpose.
The arrival of ChatGPT on Android is an exciting step forward in the democratization of generative artificial intelligence. Its availability to users in Mexico and other countries opens new opportunities for learning, productivity and creativity. With its ability to understand and respond to instructions, ChatGPT is emerging as a valuable tool for a variety of applications, from writing and programming to problem solving and artistic creativity.
