ChatGPT: Now Records Mac Activity to Enhance 'Memories'
ChatGPT has incorporated a new feature called 'Computer History' that allows recording user activity on MacOS, with the aim of improving its 'Memories' capabilities, the OpenAI context system. This feature, available to subscribers of the Pro, Business, and Enterprise plans (excluding the European economic area, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom), offers a more complete view of the user's interactions with applications and websites.
How Does 'Computer History' Work?
The 'Computer History' feature is based on the use of MacOS's accessibility API to record actions such as clicks, keystrokes, keyboard shortcuts, and application changes. Users can choose to enable or disable recording of specific applications and websites, as well as pause tracking and delete history. Unlike previous initiatives such as Windows Recall, this implementation does not capture screenshots or voice recordings.
Privacy and Security: Key Points
OpenAI has included an important warning about the feature, highlighting that 'Computer History' files may contain sensitive information and are not encrypted, making them potentially accessible to other programs. Although MacOS offers disk encryption, the company recommends caution. The data is stored locally and OpenAI claims not to retain it unless legally required, nor to use it for training.
ExploxTV's Take
ExploxTV's Take
The integration of 'Computer History' into ChatGPT raises serious questions about the privacy and security of data. While improved personalization is attractive, the lack of encryption and the possibility of access by other programs are a cause for concern. OpenAI must address these vulnerabilities proactively to avoid repeating the mistakes that led to the abandonment of Windows Recall.
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