OpenAI introduces a new Apple Messages plugin for the ChatGPT desktop app on Mac. With the integration, ChatGPT can search Messages conversations, draft replies, and send messages to contacts, with user approval by default.
The plugin is installed through ChatGPT’s Plugins interface and is listed as Public. OpenAI describes prompts such as checking availability in messages, suggesting follow-ups, identifying birthdays to add to a calendar, and finding potential spam. For it to work, ChatGPT requires Full Disk Access and permissions to access contact names and automation tools. Sending messages requires confirmation, and OpenAI cautions users against granting persistent approval.
Across outlets, the main reported difference is emphasis. MacRumors focuses on the AppleScript and Accessibility-based mechanism and availability details, including that it works in ChatGPT Work and Codex on desktop and not in regular ChatGPT chats. The Next Web highlights the capability to read iMessage history and send messages on a user’s behalf, noting Apple is not part of the announcement.
