OpenAI is trying to introduce it’s rolling out “memory” for ChatGPT, which will allow the bot to remember information about you and your conversations over time.
We’re testing memory with ChatGPT. Remembering things you discuss across all chats saves you from having to repeat information and makes future conversations more helpful.You’re in control of ChatGPT’s memory. You can explicitly tell it to remember something, ask it what it remembers, and tell it to forget conversationally or through settings. You can also turn it off entirely.We are rolling out to a small portion of ChatGPT free and Plus users this week to learn how useful it is. We will share plans for broader roll out soon,” the company said in a blog post.
Memory works in one of two ways. You can tell ChatGPT to remember something specific about you: you always write code in Javascript. Or ChatGPT can simply try to pick up the details over time, storing information about you as you ask questions and get answers. In either case, the goal is for ChatGPT to feel a little more personal and a little smarter, without needing to be reminded every time.
Each custom GPT you use will have its own memory, too. OpenAI uses the Books GPT as an example: with memory turned on, it can automatically remember which books you’ve already read and which genres you like best.
There are lots of places in the GPT Store you can imagine memory might be useful, for that matter. The Tutor Me could offer a much better long-term course load once it knows what you know; Kayak could go straight to your favorite airlines and hotels; GymStreak could track your progress over time.
Overall, the introduction of the memory feature marks a significant step forward in the evolution of AI-driven conversations. By remembering important details and preferences, ChatGPT aims to make interactions more seamless and personalized, ultimately enhancing user experience.
