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The Big Shift in AI Assistance
OpenAI has unveiled ChatGPT Pulse, a new feature designed to make its AI chatbot more proactive than ever before. Instead of waiting for users to type questions, Pulse generates a personalized daily feed of updates overnight, ensuring that by the time you wake up, your AI assistant has already prepared information tailored to your needs .
Currently rolling out as a preview for Pro subscribers on mobile, Pulse marks a step closer to turning ChatGPT into a full-fledged digital companion rather than just a reactive chatbot.
How ChatGPT Pulse Works
Pulse runs in the background while you sleep, drawing context from your previous chats and, if you allow, from connected apps like Gmail and Google Calendar. The result is a set of visual cards that you can skim quickly or expand into detailed conversations.
Unlike endless social media feeds, Pulse refreshes just once a day. The updates vanish unless you save them or follow up, an intentional design choice to prevent overwhelming users with constant notifications.
Personalization at the Core
OpenAI has built customization into Pulse from the ground up. Users can tap “curate” to guide what appears whether that’s a roundup of weekend events, productivity tips, or suggestions for a new hobby. Feedback tools like thumbs-up and thumbs-down further refine the AI’s selections, while users can also wipe their feedback history to start afresh.
CEO Sam Altman described Pulse as his “favorite feature so far”, highlighting its ability to transform ChatGPT into a proactive personal assistant.
Why It Matters
Pulse represents a new chapter in how people interact with AI. Instead of functioning like a search bar, the chatbot is evolving into a system that anticipates your needs. Whether it’s summarizing emails, preparing reminders, or curating relevant news, the goal is to save time and make mornings more productive.
This approach puts ChatGPT in direct competition with digital assistants like Google Assistant and Apple’s Siri, but with the added advantage of contextual memory and AI-driven personalization.
Rollout Plans
For now, Pulse is available only to Pro users on mobile, but OpenAI has confirmed plans to expand the feature to Plus subscribers and eventually to all users. As adoption widens, Pulse could become a defining feature of ChatGPT’s ecosystem, particularly for those seeking a balance between productivity and personalization.
AI That Prepares Before You Ask
With ChatGPT Pulse, OpenAI is pushing the boundaries of how AI can integrate into everyday life. By working quietly overnight and presenting actionable updates in the morning, Pulse embodies the shift toward AI that thinks ahead, not just reacts. For users, it’s a glimpse of what the future of digital companionship looks like an AI assistant that doesn’t just answer questions but helps shape the flow of the day.
