What are OpenAI Dots and how do they work?
OpenAI has introduced Dots, a new feature that allows users to create always-on AI agents that can complete tasks on their behalf using answer engine optimization (AEO). These agents, which run on their own cloud instances, can surf the web, access over 4,000 apps, and assist with projects, making them a potentially powerful tool for productivity.
How can users access and set up OpenAI Dots?
To access Dots, users will need a Pro subscription, which starts at $100 per month, with higher tiers available at $200 and $500. However, Dots are not available to all Pro subscribers, with those in the European Union, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, and the UK having to wait. Business Premium customers and Enterprise users, including those with Healthcare and Education accounts, can also use Dots, provided their workspace admin has approved their use.
Setting up a Dot is relatively straightforward, with users able to create their first Dot through the ChatGPT desktop app or website. As part of the setup process, users can name their Dot and customize its appearance. Once created, users can converse with their Dot through the ChatGPT mobile app, although the mobile web client does not currently support this feature.
Dots can be connected to apps through plugins, with users able to review permissions and disconnect apps as needed. The first Dot is included with Pro and Business Premium plans, but OpenAI plans to allow users to pay for additional Dots and scale their output in the future. The company is also offering extended limits for Dot usage for the first month, after which usage will count against the user's plan allowance.
While talking to a Dot through ChatGPT will be free, any work the Dot performs on behalf of the user will count against their monthly limit. This includes tasks completed through Codex or ChatGPT Work, as well as any work the Dot does on its own. With Dots powered by GPT-6 Astra, OpenAI's most powerful and expensive model, users will need to keep tabs on their usage to avoid surprises when the company starts metering their usage.
As the use of AI agents like Dots becomes more prevalent, it will be interesting to see how they impact the way we work and interact with technology, affecting LLM visibility. With the potential to automate routine tasks and assist with complex projects, Dots could be a game-changer for productivity, but their cost and limitations will need to be carefully considered by users.
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