OpenAI has officially launched Record mode in ChatGPT for Pro, Enterprise, Team, and Edu users on macOS, and it’s coming soon to other platforms. The feature enables users to record audio, transcribe meetings, and generate structured summaries at no additional cost
Key Features and Capabilities
Audio Recording & Transcription
Users can capture meetings, brainstorming sessions, or voice notes, with ChatGPT producing real-time transcripts and key points
Highlights, Action Items & Follow-Ups
The AI identifies notable insights and helps convert them into summaries, action items, lines of code, or project prompts
120-Minute Session Limit
Each recording lasts up to 120 minutes, ending automatically with transcripts and summary generation
Privacy Controls
Raw audio is deleted immediately post-transcription. Admins can disable Record mode at the workspace level
Comparison & Use Cases
- Initially available via the macOS desktop app, with iOS expansion planned
- Similar to other AI meeting tools, but unique in its seamless integration into the ChatGPT interface newsbytesapp
- Available to paid-tier users at no extra charge, making it cost-effective for teams and professionals t
How It Works
- Click the Record button inside any ChatGPT window.
- ChatGPT begins live transcription and displays a session timer
- Stopping the recording auto-generates a canvas with summary, transcript, and related actions
- Users can follow up by asking questions like “What were the decisions from today’s call?”
Final Thoughts
OpenAI’s Record mode enhances ChatGPT by transforming it into a versatile meeting assistant for macOS users. With live transcription, actionable summaries, built-in privacy well-managed by admins, and no additional fees, it’s positioned to streamline workflows and capture important insights effortlessly.
