In a significant move that expands the accessibility of artificial intelligence (AI) technology, xAI has launched the standalone app, Grok, for iPhones in the US.
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About Grok: xAI’s AI Chatbot
As noticed by TechCrunch, Grok’s standalone iOS app, which is currently in beta, can perform multifunctional duties such as generating images, answering questions, and providing real-time information, similar to the chatbot integrated into xAI’s platform.
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Grok’s Testing and Release for All Users
In December, xAI initiated tests for Grok’s standalone iOS app in selected countries. While the Android version’s release date remains undisclosed, Grok, originally exclusive to X Premium subscribers, has become accessible to all users.
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Positioning Grok Amongst Other Free-to-Use Chatbots
The move aligns Grok with other free-to-use chatbots such as Google Gemini, Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT by OpenAI, and Anthropic’s Claude.
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Introducing Grok’s Photorealistic AI Image Generator
xAI has also given Grok a cutting-edge feature, a photorealistic AI image generator. It catapults Grok into the forefront of chatbot technology.
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A Look at xAI’s Future With Grok
TechCrunch has hinted that xAI is probably working on a dedicated Grok.com website that currently bears a “coming soon” message. Following a fundraising round of $6 billion in June, xAI garnered another $6 billion, including investments from “strategic investors” like Nvidia and AMD.
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Watch this space as xAI continues to evolve with Grok, challenging conventional interactions and introducing a new era of high-powered, free AI chatbots.