OpenAI recently opened access to its AI-based search engine, SearchGPT, to some users. It, of course, wants to integrate the best characteristics of SearchGPT into ChatGPT down the road. The release is part of OpenAI’s ongoing pursuit of deploying its AI tools in everyday life.
How to Try SearchGPT
Now, users can register to be able to try SearchGPT, though testing has not begun. The search engine is similar to ChatGPT, allowing users to type their queries and then return results intended to be both pleasing to the eye and results-driven—but users can then respond to results with further questions for more refined answers.
Though exciting, there is concern over the accuracy of SearchGPT. Kif Leswing from CNBC pointed out that OpenAI example results included several inaccuracies. OpenAI claims to include a clear link from where the information came in the search result. How well this feature works is yet to be determined.
Promising First Step
Although OpenAI still has a long way to go before it can stand shoulder-to-shoulder with Google, SearchGPT is an important first step. Drawing the ability to follow up with conversational queries could make searches more intuitive.
SearchGPT may redefine how users view search engines. The facility’s inclusion in ChatGPT, already an extremely popular tool in its own right, would combine to provide users with a seamless experience across a variety of AI tools. In the development process, focusing on enhancing the accuracy and usability of OpenAI would be imperative.
The arrival of SearchGPT is evidence that OpenAI sincerely believes in the growth of AI technology. Though there are risks involved, the possible reward is huge. Thus, many people are very excited about being provided with the opportunity to test and see this new AI search engine.
