ChatGPT's New Background Conversations: The Always-On AI Assistant?
OpenAI's ChatGPT has unveiled a game-changing feature – Background Conversations. This allows users to engage in continuous voice chats with the AI, even while using other apps. But is this always-on assistant a convenience or a privacy concern? Let's dive in.
By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor
June 9, 2024
Ever wished you could have an AI assistant on-call, ready to answer your questions, brainstorm ideas, or even just chat?
Here's a Cool Tip. Use the new "Background Conversation" feature on ChatGPT.
This allows users to interact with ChatGPT through voice, even while using other apps or with their phone's screen off.
But is this always-on AI truly the future we've envisioned?
What are the implications for privacy and convenience?







