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OpenAI has expanded its ChatGPT offerings with the official launch of a search engine, now available to all free-tier users globally. This release is part of OpenAI’s “12 Days of OpenAI” holiday campaign, which showcases new features and products, with the search function marking a key milestone on the eighth day of the promotion.
The new search feature, integrated directly into ChatGPT, promises a faster and more efficient way to explore the web. According to OpenAI, the search function is now accessible to all logged-in users in regions where ChatGPT is available. This feature allows users to either input queries as usual or manually choose to perform a web search by clicking a specific search icon within the interface.
ChatGPT’s search functionality is already gaining popularity, with data indicating that many users now prefer ChatGPT over traditional search engines like Google. A survey by Bloomberg Intelligence from May 2023 revealed that 60% of respondents aged 16-34 consider ChatGPT’s results superior to those provided by Google. Dr. Zachary Cohen, a Middle School Director in Kentucky, elaborated in a recent article that ChatGPT’s advanced training enables it to deliver not only direct answers but also detailed background information and context, a capability that surpasses the quick, specific results often found with conventional search engines.
Dr. Cohen pointed out that while Google is effective for straightforward queries, it does not always offer comprehensive answers. ChatGPT, on the other hand, has been trained on diverse text sources, enabling it to provide more nuanced and complete responses.
ChatGPT has been at the forefront of the AI revolution we are currently undergoing, with millions and millions of users using the innovative platform worldwide, and the numbers only climb. This surge highlights ChatGPT’s growing role not just as an AI assistant but also as a preferred search tool for users seeking more detailed and context-rich answers. The global rollout of ChatGPT’s search engine further solidifies OpenAI’s position at the lead of transforming how users interact with digital information.
