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OpenAI Rolls Out Real-Time ChatGPT Search to All Users, Escalating Rivalry with Google

Dec 16, 2024, 06:42 PM

OpenAI has announced that its ChatGPT-powered internet search feature is now available to all users, marking a significant challenge to Google's search engine dominance. Previously exclusive to paying subscribers, the feature allows users to access real-time search results directly through ChatGPT. The rollout is part of OpenAI's '12 Days of Shipmas' event, which has included several product updates. The search function integrates directly into the ChatGPT experience, offering a cleaner interface and providing 'fast, timely answers' with links to relevant web sources. Enhancements include improved search speed, better mobile usability, embedded media like YouTube videos, and refined navigational queries. Users can now set ChatGPT Search as their default search engine in web browsers. The feature also supports voice queries, making it more conversational and accessible.