OpenAI Enables ChatGPT to Access and Control iMessages on Mac with User Consent
OpenAI has introduced a new feature allowing ChatGPT on Mac to access and control Apple's Messages app with user permission. This integration enables ChatGPT to read, search, summarize, write, and send iMessages locally on the device, requiring multiple opt-ins and system permissions. While OpenAI emphasizes user consent and local operation without indexing all messages, the feature raises privacy concerns given Apple's strong stance on user data protection. Apple has not commented on the update amid ongoing tensions with OpenAI.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (52/100). Lens Score 42/100.
Outlets measured: businessstandard, firstpost. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (52–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
firstpost broke this story on 21 Aug, 03:02 am. Other outlets followed.
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