ChatGPT Features Overview

Aug 1, 2025

Overview

The video explains advanced features of ChatGPT, distinguishing between free and paid versions, and demonstrates how these functionalities can increase productivity for different users, including Apple device owners.

ChatGPT Versions and Pricing

  • ChatGPT offers a free version and two paid options: $20/month and $200/month.
  • Many powerful features are already available in the free version; paid versions include additional tools.

Custom GPTs and Plugin Integration

  • Users can access custom GPTs via the "GPTs" section in the sidebar (free and paid).
  • Canva can be integrated to design items like YouTube thumbnails and edit them in Canva directly.

Apple Integration and Siri Replacement

  • Apple users with newer devices can enable Apple Intelligence to use ChatGPT with Siri.
  • ChatGPT can handle tasks Siri cannot, and users can save ChatGPT results directly to Apple Notes.

Canvas Mode for Collaboration

  • "Canvas" mode allows interactive document or code editing with ChatGPT (free).
  • Users can directly edit generated content, similar to a collaborative Google Doc.

Privacy and Data Control Features

  • Temporary chat (incognito) mode prevents storing or training ChatGPT with user inputs.
  • Settings allow users to disable data collection and memory features, enhancing privacy.
  • Disabling memory means ChatGPT won't recall prior conversations, trading convenience for privacy.

Voice Mode and Conversational Practice

  • Voice mode enables real-time, back-and-forth conversations with ChatGPT.
  • Useful for practicing interviews, presentations, or receiving feedback on performance.

Image and Visual Recognition

  • ChatGPT can interpret images or screenshots, such as suggesting optimal scheduling from a shared calendar image.
  • Visual capabilities may work better with screenshots than direct calendar integration.

Paid Version Exclusive Features

Screen Sharing and Live Camera Analysis

  • Users can share their screen or use the camera on iOS devices for real-time object recognition and queries.

Project Organization

  • Paid version users can create "projects" (folders) to organize chats by topic or workflow.
  • Projects can contain custom instructions for context-specific responses.

Automated Tasks

  • "Tasks" feature allows ChatGPT to perform routine actions (e.g., deliver AI news at a set time).
  • Useful for automating daily or repetitive information gathering.

Recommendations / Advice

  • Explore both free and paid features to maximize ChatGPT’s productivity benefits.
  • Evaluate privacy settings to match personal comfort and data security needs.