ChatGPT Now Controls Your Mouse and Apps!

OpenAI has released a new ChatGPT super-app featuring a "computer use" mode that allows the AI to control your mouse and desktop applications. This significant advancement was demonstrated by successfully playing chess on a Mac and writing a journal entry. The AI requested and received permissions, including screen recording, to interact with applications.

While the technology shows great promise for tasks like testing interfaces or automating repetitive actions, user caution is advised. The ability for AI to operate on local files and applications like Quicken or Notes raises privacy concerns. OpenAI suggests developer-focused uses, but the potential for AI to manage personal data freely is an evolving consideration.