NAIROBI, Kenya- In a move to challenge OpenAI’s ChatGPT and other major AI competitors, xAI’s Grok has officially launched as a standalone app for iPhone and iPad.
This marks a significant evolution for Grok, which was previously confined to X (formerly Twitter), available only to those with an X account.
Now, users can download Grok directly from the App Store and use it independently, expanding its reach beyond the X platform.
Since its debut in 2023, Grok has undergone several upgrades, with xAI rolling out the new app in December 2024.
Grok is live on the ios App Store
The beta testing was limited to users in Australia, but now the app is live in the U.S., Australia, and India—though for iOS users only.
As for Android fans, they’ll have to wait a bit longer as xAI prepares a web version of Grok, slated for release in the near future.
The official Grok.com website, currently marked as “coming soon,” signals further plans to broaden the app’s availability.
While the app’s rollout is still limited, the new standalone platform promises enhanced access to Grok’s features.
Powered by the Grok-1 model, the AI chatbot offers users a variety of functions including image generation, real-time information updates, and writing assistance.
Grok’s conversational tone has become one of its signature traits, bringing a mix of humor and engagement to the user experience.
xAI, Elon Musk’s AI startup, has steadily been gaining momentum. The launch of the Grok app is part of a broader effort to position the company as a major player in the competitive AI chatbot space, alongside rivals like OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Bard.
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Supported by recent funding rounds totaling $12 billion, xAI has the backing of some major investors, including BlackRock and Nvidia, to fuel its AI ambitions.
The standalone Grok app will allow xAI to compete more effectively by reaching users outside the X ecosystem.
It also provides a more user-friendly experience for those not looking to dive into the intricacies of social media.
However, the true test for Grok lies in how well it can differentiate itself from ChatGPT and other established players, which already have dedicated mobile apps.
With the app now available on iOS, Grok’s next steps are focused on expanding access and enhancing functionality.
A web version of the app is in the works, and the team is also teasing a new image-generation model, Aurora. As xAI continues to grow, we can expect Grok to evolve into a more formidable contender in the AI space.
