OpenAI Adds Computer History Feature to ChatGPT Mac App for Activity Tracking
OpenAI has introduced the Computer History feature for the ChatGPT desktop app on Mac, enabling the AI to track user activity across selected apps and websites. This feature, off by default, uses macOS accessibility data like clicks and typing to create a timeline of recent tasks, helping users revisit workflows, locate documents, and identify repetitive actions for automation. It excludes screenshots, recordings, and private browsing data, with users retaining control to pause or delete their history.
First-hand measurement across 4 sources
We measured how 4 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 (55/100). Lens Score 33/100.
Outlets measured: firstpost, timesnow, moneycontrol, indiatoday. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–62/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
indiatoday broke this story on 14 Aug, 06:11 am. Other outlets followed.