Elon Musk Announces Availability of Grok AI Chatbot for Telegram Users: Here’s How It Functions
Grok AI Arrives on Telegram
Overview of Grok AI and Its Launch on Telegram
Elon Musk is expanding the reach of his Grok AI chatbot, which is now accessible on Telegram, a popular messaging platform. This development positions Telegram to better compete with WhatsApp, which has integrated Meta’s AI features for its users. Grok announced this new partnership through a post on X, another platform owned by Musk.
Features of Grok AI on Telegram
Using Grok AI as a Bot
Grok AI will function as an official bot on Telegram, making it easy for users to find and start chatting within the app. Users can simply search for Grok AI in the Telegram interface and engage with it.
Subscription Requirement
To use Grok AI on Telegram, users must subscribe to Telegram’s premium service. Unfortunately, the chatbot is not available to free users. As of now, a Telegram Premium subscription costs ₹179 per month or ₹2,399 for an annual subscription for users in India.
What Users Can Expect
Basic Features Available
With the Premium subscription, users can access basic functionalities of Grok AI on Telegram. These include:
- Image Generation: Create images from text prompts.
- General Queries: Ask questions and receive informative responses.
Advanced Features through Standalone Applications
For those interested in more sophisticated AI features, such as "Think" and "DeepSearch", users will need to download the standalone Grok application, which is available on several platforms, including X.
Caution for Users
Beware of Imitation Bots
Telegram has issued a warning regarding the presence of fake Grok AI bots on its platform. Users are encouraged to remain vigilant and verify the authenticity of any Grok bot they interact with.
Telegram’s Growth and Competitive Edge
Recently, Telegram’s founder, Pavel Durov, mentioned that the platform is close to reaching 1 billion users. He has also criticized WhatsApp, referring to it as a less effective version of Telegram, despite WhatsApp’s larger user base. This competitive spirit highlights Telegram’s ambition to improve its offerings continually, particularly with the integration of AI capabilities through Grok.
New Features in Grok AI
In addition to being available on Telegram, Grok AI has introduced enhanced functionalities including:
- DeeperSearch: A feature that allows for more in-depth inquiries and responses.
- Image Editing: Users now have tools for editing images alongside generating them.
This rollout signifies a significant step for Telegram, particularly as it seeks to attract users who are interested in advanced AI features not readily available on its competitor’s platform.
Final Thoughts
As Grok AI becomes an integral part of Telegram, users will be able to utilize its AI tools directly from a trusted messaging service. With both platforms evolving, it will be interesting to see how this integration influences user engagement and which features resonate most with the Telegram community.
