The video also shows that ChatGPT can give specific information, like the days and hours of the Christkindlmarkt at Zurich’s main station.
It easily switches to answer questions about family-friendly events in New York City during the same week, mentioning the New York Botanical Garden’s Holiday Train Show and the Bank of America Winter Village at Bryant Park.
Navigational Searches
OpenAI has improved the user experience when using ChatGPT as the default search engine in web browsers.
In another video, representatives from OpenAI explained that the company has prioritized making it faster to navigate directly to websites from the browser’s address bar.
Now, by simply typing in keywords such as “Netflix” or “hotel booking sites,” users can quickly access the most relevant links without needing to sift through lengthy AI-generated responses.
When you use ChatGPT as the default search engine in your browser, we’ve made it faster to get to where you want to go on the web. pic.twitter.com/q5N38GUPjS
— OpenAI (@OpenAI) December 16, 2024
Maps Addition
OpenAI has added maps to the ChatGPT mobile apps to help you find local restaurants and businesses.
This feature gives you up-to-date information, so you can easily search for and discuss options while you’re on the go.
We’re also adding maps to ChatGPT in our mobile apps, so you can search for and chat about local restaurants and businesses with up-to-date information. pic.twitter.com/bQb4zilq6p
— OpenAI (@OpenAI) December 16, 2024
In Summary
ChatGPT’s search features – previously Premium-only – are now free for all users.
The update adds voice search and maps, plus better direct navigation to websites.
To use these tools on the web or mobile, you only need a ChatGPT account. Voice search works in multiple languages, and the maps feature helps with local searches.
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