Snapchat unveiled its AI chatbot called My AI. If you’re curious about this, here’s everything you need to know about it.
The entire tech world is moving toward AI (Artificial Intelligence), as several companies are looking to add AI chatbots to their services. Snapchat is no different, as the popular photo-sharing app has implemented OpenAI’s ChatGPT into its service. Dubbed My AI, this is an AI chatbot that’s supposed to look and behave like a human user.
So, what is this chatbot? How does it differ from ChatGPT proper? Does it augment the Snapchat experience at all? Here’s a rundown of everything you need to know about Snapchat’s My AI.How do I access My AI?
At the time of this article, you need to have a subscription to Snapchat+ to access My AI. It’s one of the several perks that you get with the subscription. Other perks include custom app icons, the ability to designate a user as a BFF, changeable chat backgrounds, and more.
If you’re looking to get Snapchat+, it costs $3.99/month. Getting a yearly subscription will cost you $39.99/year. However, Snapchat will eventually make this feature available to all users. To learn more about Snapchat+, click here.
To access the chatbot, just go to your chats. My AI will be pinned to the top of your conversations. Just tap on the conversation and you’ll be able to start typing.What can you do with My AI?
So, since My AI is powered by ChatGPT, you know that it can do an absolute ton of stuff. Here’s a rundown of the core things that it can do.
This might be what My AI is mostly marketed for. So, My AI will wear the mask of a human user. When you’re using it, you’ll see an avatar and everything. Also, all of its replies will show up in chat bubbles. So, it’s supposed to feel like you’re talking to a human being.
As such, you’re able to start and carry on a conversation about most subjects. You can talk about anything from your day to the loss of a loved one. You can talk about your crush or a party that you’re setting up. The AI will try its darndest to give you helpful and natural responses.
So, you’re not in the mood for conversation, but you want some advice on something. You can ask for advice on most subjects. Once you pose the question, it will give you a clear and concise response much like ChatGPT. Just type “I want advice on” and say what it is. Within a few seconds, you’ll see a chat bubble pop up with the advice you need.
You can use My AI as your personal encyclopedia.
