OpenAI launches “Apps” in ChatGPT — an app store for conversations

OpenAI has started rolling out “Apps” inside ChatGPT: interactive, third‑party mini‑apps that run directly within the chat. Announced at OpenAI’s recent event, this turns ChatGPT into a platform where services like Spotify, Canva, Booking.com, Coursera and others can be used without leaving the conversation.

What you can do

• Use apps by name or accept automatic suggestions when they fit the conversation (for example, ask Spotify to build a playlist).
• Developers can build apps using the new Apps SDK (preview) based on OpenAI’s Model Context Protocol.
• Initial availability: logged‑in users on Free, Go, Plus and Pro plans outside the EU; broader rollouts (Business, Enterprise, Edu) and an app directory are planned.

Official details and examples are available from OpenAI: Introducing Apps in ChatGPT

Questions for readers

Which apps would you like to see integrated into ChatGPT? Would you trust third‑party services to act inside your AI conversations? Share your thoughts below.

Note: This summary is based on public announcements and reports about the new Apps feature. The original news item was reported by multiple outlets; for authoritative info, consult OpenAI’s announcement linked above.