It’s been over a year since xAI introduced Grok, the AI-powered assistant for X, now available as a standalone app in the US. Grok is an AI modeled after The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy that aims to answer almost anything and even “to make things even harder, suggest what questions to ask.”
When it was announced in November 2023, the xAI team said, “Grok is designed to answer questions with a touch of wit and rebelliousness, so if you don’t like humor, don’t use it.” said. Unlike other AI-powered assistants, Grok has real-time knowledge about the world through the X platform and can “answer tough questions that most other AI systems would refuse.”
Currently, Grok is only available to iPhone users in the US, and users will receive the latest model 2 for free. On its description page, xAI describes the app as “maximum truthful, useful, and interesting.” Users can get answers to any question, generate “impressive images” and upload photos to better understand the world.
Below are some of the key features available to iPhone users in the US.
Image generation: Get free access to generate high-quality images using Grok AI’s advanced features. Real-time: With access to current X and web data, Grok provides up-to-date information for your queries and keeps you informed about the latest developments. Conversational Tone: Engaging and humorous, Grok makes learning and information gathering fun, setting it apart from other AI chatbots. Privacy-focused: All data interactions are handled with user privacy in mind, ensuring a secure experience in line with xAI’s Privacy Policy.
At this time, it is unclear when Grok will leave beta or when xAI will be available on Android or other regions. In the near future, the AI assistant will also be available as a web app. You can find it on the App Store here.
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