xAI's Grok iOS App Launches in US with Grok 2 Model, Tesla Integration, and Future 'Unhinged Mode'

Jan 9, 2025, 04:01 PM

xAI, Elon Musk's artificial intelligence company, has launched a standalone iOS app for its Grok chatbot in the United States. The app, which was previously available only to X users, now offers features such as image generation, real-time data access from the web and X, and a conversational tone designed to be engaging and humorous. It utilizes the Grok 2 model and requires iOS 17. The launch marks a significant expansion for Grok, which has been integrated into Tesla vehicles and is set to introduce an 'Unhinged Mode' in the future. The app's rollout follows a period of testing in multiple countries including the U.S., Australia, and India, and it is part of xAI's broader strategy to compete with other AI platforms like OpenAI's ChatGPT. xAI emphasizes that the app is privacy-focused, ensuring user data interactions are handled securely.