"OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Pulse, a proactive AI assistant that delivers personalized daily updates, helping users stay on top of goals, events, and tasks."
OpenAI is taking a bold step forward with ChatGPT Pulse, a new feature that transforms ChatGPT from a reactive Q&A tool into a proactive digital assistant. Designed to make your daily routine smarter and smoother, Pulse curates and delivers personalized daily briefings based on your goals, past chats, and optional app integrations.
What is ChatGPT Pulse?
ChatGPT Pulse is a mobile-only feature (for now) available to Pro subscribers. Instead of waiting for you to ask questions, it works in the background to research, anticipate your needs, and send you a morning briefing packed with actionable insights.
How Does It Work?
- Asynchronous Research: Pulse reviews your chat history, memory, preferences, and connected apps like Gmail or Google Calendar overnight.
- Morning Briefing: You get daily Pulse cards with summaries of important updates, reminders, and recommendations.
- Contextual Suggestions: From meeting agendas to trip ideas, Pulse makes suggestions tailored to your schedule and interests.
What Control Do Users Have?
OpenAI has designed Pulse with full user control in mind. You can:
- Curate what Pulse researches (e.g., events, hobbies, or skill tips).
- Give thumbs up/down feedback on updates.
- Turn memory and Pulse on/off anytime from Settings.
- Hide Pulse from the main chat window if you prefer.
How is Pulse Displayed?
Each Pulse card is designed for quick scanning, but you can expand cards for more details, save them for later, or ask follow-up questions. Updates disappear after 24 hours unless saved, helping you focus on what matters instead of endless scrolling.
Privacy and Integrations
| Connector | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Gmail | Drafts agendas, reminders, and context-based suggestions. |
| Google Calendar | Suggests events, trip plans, and timely reminders. |
All integrations are opt-in only. Content from connectors isn’t used for AI training unless you explicitly allow it.
Who Can Use It?
Currently, Pulse is only available for Pro subscribers on iOS and Android apps. It requires ChatGPT memory to be enabled. Since it’s in preview, users may occasionally see irrelevant content, but OpenAI plans quick updates based on feedback.
Why Does It Matter?
ChatGPT Pulse points toward the future of AI assistants proactive, personalized, and seamlessly integrated into our lives.
For students, professionals, or anyone with a busy schedule, Pulse can provide everything from study tips and career advice to local events and travel reminders all without needing to type a single prompt.
FAQs
1. Is ChatGPT Pulse free?
No, Pulse is available only to ChatGPT Pro mobile subscribers.
2. Can I turn off ChatGPT Pulse?
Yes, you can disable Pulse anytime in Settings, along with the memory feature it depends on.
3. Does Pulse work on desktop?
Currently, Pulse is only available on iOS and Android mobile apps.
