Elon Musk’s AI startup xAI has begun testing a standalone iOS app for its Grok chatbot, which has so far only been available to X users. According to TechCrunch, the Grok beta app is currently being tested in several countries, including the US, Australia, and India, offering AI features such as text processing, paragraph summarization, question answering, and image generation based on text suggestions.
Grok is also reportedly gaining real-time access to data from the web and the X platform. “Grok is an AI assistant designed to be truthful, helpful, and curious. Get answers to any question, create vivid images, and upload photos to gain a deeper understanding of your world,” xAI said in an announcement. We’ll keep you updated on how this new testing phase evolves as more users gain access to the iOS beta.
In parallel, xAI is preparing a dedicated website, Grok.com, to make the chatbot accessible online. Its page currently says “coming soon” when logged in with an xAI account, suggesting that a broader web-based release may be on the horizon. Until recently, Grok was only available to paid X Premium subscribers. However, in November, the company began testing a free version of the chatbot, and in early December, it opened it up to all X users.
Ongoing Expansion and Future Plans
The expanded access means more people can experience Grok’s capabilities, which now include what xAI calls a “photorealistic rendering” image generator model. This feature reportedly works without major limitations on image generation capabilities, allowing it to create images based on photographs of public figures and copyrighted material. By offering such a broad range of possibilities, xAI appears committed to pushing the boundaries of AI while maintaining a curious yet neutral stance on content creation.
So far, there have been no major issues reported with the current beta, though it remains to be seen how Grok will handle large-scale usage and potentially complex tasks in the future, notes NIXsolutions. The mention of real-time data access indicates that the chatbot may evolve further as it integrates with web services and the X platform. As xAI continues to expand its AI portfolio, observers are watching closely to see how Grok differentiates itself from other chatbot solutions.
All in all, xAI’s decision to introduce Grok to iOS and to a wider range of users suggests a focus on continuous improvement and broad accessibility. By adding real-time data and advanced image generation, the company is clearly aiming to deliver a multifaceted AI tool that goes beyond simple text responses. There appear to be no glaring mistakes in these recent developments, and any minor adjustments to the platform or its features seem designed to enhance the overall user experience. If there are further updates or changes, we’ll keep you informed.