| 17-05-2025 |
Grok Web to Introduce Sketch Pad and Mermaid Diagrams |
Social Media News |
Grok Web will soon offer a Sketch Pad for users to draw and submit sketches as input, alongside the ability to generate Mermaid Diagrams for visualizing workflows. These features aim to enhance creativity and streamline documentation for developers and non-developers alike. The Sketch Pad provides a unique, intuitive way to capture ideas visually, while Mermaid Diagrams support efficient creation of flowcharts, sequence diagrams, and more using text-based syntax. Explore these tools on Grok Web to boost your productivity and collaboration. |
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| 17-05-2025 |
Grok Enables Custom Aspect Ratio Image Generation |
Feature |
Grok, developed by xAI, now allows users to generate images with customizable aspect ratios, enhancing creative flexibility. This update empowers creators to tailor visuals for specific platforms, such as social media or professional projects, without being limited to the default 4:3 ratio.The feature is accessible via Grok’s intuitive interface on the X platform or standalone app. Start crafting images that perfectly fit your vision today. |
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| 16-05-2025 |
Grok Voice Personality Icons Drive User Engagement |
Social Media News |
xAI's Grok app has users talking about its voice personality icons, comparing Android and iOS designs for style and functionality. iOS boasts vibrant, distinct icons for personalities like Unhinged and Romantic, while Android’s simpler icons have drawn criticism for lacking visual appeal. The debate highlights how small design choices shape the hands-free AI experience. |
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| 16-05-2025 |
Grok Web Syntax Highlighting Bug Reported |
Social Media News |
A bug in Grok Web causes inline code syntax highlighting colors to display poorly, impacting readability for developers. The platform also supports copying tables as CSV, aiding data management. This issue may affect users relying on clear code visuals. Check Grok Web’s features at the official site for more information. |
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| 15-05-2025 |
xAI Addresses Grok’s Unauthorized Prompt Change with Enhanced Transparency |
Company News |
xAI has revealed that an unauthorized modification to Grok’s response bot prompt on May 14, 2025, at 3:15 AM PST caused the AI to deliver off-topic political responses, violating company policies. Following a thorough investigation, xAI is implementing robust measures to prevent future incidents. The company will publish Grok’s system prompts on GitHub for public review, strengthen code review processes, and establish a 24/7 monitoring team. Visit xai-org/grok-prompts on GitHub to provide feedback and support Grok’s commitment to reliable AI. |
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| 09-05-2025 |
xAI’s Grok Web Unveils Custom Instructions Dropdown for Enhanced AI Personalization |
Feature |
xAI has introduced a Custom Instructions dropdown in the Grok web interface, allowing users to easily tailor the AI’s response style to their preferences. Recent updates also include multiple Grok 3.5 versions for DeepSearch and Thinking, with hints of a potential Grok 3 mini release. A revamped login screen further enhances the user experience. |
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| 07-05-2025 |
Grok iOS App Unveils Enhanced Voice UI with Seamless Chat-to-Voice Transition |
Social Media News |
The upcoming Grok iOS app update introduces a revamped Voice UI, allowing users to switch between chat and voice modes within the same conversation, with a top bar for easy navigation. The Grok Camera view now expands to full screen in Voice Mode, and users can launch the app directly in Voice Mode for instant interaction. Powered by xAI, these enhancements improve accessibility and engagement for real-time AI conversations. Explore the new features by downloading Grok from the App Store. |
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| 06-05-2025 |
Grok Studio’s Beta PDF Tool Simplifies Resume and Contract Creation |
Model Improvements |
Grok’s beta PDF generation in Grok Studio, available at grok.com, lets users create resumes, contracts, and menus using simple prompts. The Prompted Document Format streamlines formatting, with real-time editing and Google Drive integration. Users can try this desktop feature to boost productivity. |
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| 02-05-2025 |
Grok Studio Introduces PDF Generation, Limited to Logged-In Users |
Feature |
xAI’s Grok Studio now supports PDF generation, enabling users to create documents like letters, resumes, and invoices. However, this feature is not available for logged-out users, and it’s unclear if this restriction is intentional. Currently, there’s no confirmation on whether images can be included in these PDFs. |
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| 30-04-2025 |
Grok Web Expands Custom Instructions Limit to 12,000 Characters |
Model Improvements |
Grok Web has boosted its Custom Instructions limit from 5,000 to 12,000 characters, empowering users to provide more detailed input for personalized AI responses. This follows a previous increase from 1,500 to 5,000 characters, reflecting ongoing enhancements to user experience. The update enables greater flexibility for developers and creators using the platform. Explore Grok Web’s new capabilities at grok.com today! |
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| 29-04-2025 |
Grok 3.5’s Rocket Engine Reasoning Sparks Speculation on SpaceX Applications |
Social Media News |
Grok 3.5, developed by xAI, showcases advanced reasoning capabilities for complex technical queries like rocket engine design, hinting at potential applications for SpaceX. While no public confirmation exists, Elon Musk’s leadership in both companies suggests possible integration. The AI’s ability to derive answers from first principles could revolutionize aerospace innovation. |
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| 29-04-2025 |
Elon Musk Announces Grok 3.5 Early Beta for SuperGrok Subscribers with Advanced Technical Reasoning |
What's New |
Elon Musk revealed that Grok 3.5, an advanced AI model by xAI, will launch in early beta next week exclusively for SuperGrok subscribers. Designed to reason from first principles, Grok 3.5 can accurately answer complex technical questions about rocket engines and electrochemistry, offering insights not found online. This release builds on Grok 3’s strong performance, surpassing competitors in benchmarks like AIME and GPQA. |
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| 29-04-2025 |
Grok and Neuralink Empower ALS Patient to Communicate and Code |
Collaboration |
Grok, developed by xAI, collaborates with Neuralink to enhance communication for Brad Smith, the first non-verbal ALS patient with a Neuralink brain implant. Using Grok’s AI, Brad controls a chat app and even built a custom keyboard training app despite no coding experience. This breakthrough allows him to express thoughts and create at the speed of thought. |
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| 28-04-2025 |
Grok Web Search History Draws User Complaints, iOS App Outshines |
Social Media News |
The Search History feature in Grok Web, developed by xAI, is under fire for missing past conversations, frustrating users. Meanwhile, the Grok iOS App delivers a smoother, more reliable search experience, gaining positive feedback. This gap in performance has sparked calls for xAI to enhance the web version. |
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| 28-04-2025 |
Neuralink and Grok 3 Enable Nonverbal ALS Patient to Communicate with Cloned Voice |
Social Media News |
Bradford G. Smith, the first nonverbal ALS patient and third person to receive Neuralink’s brain implant, is using the Telepathy device alongside xAI’s Grok 3 to communicate by cloning his previous voice. This breakthrough allows Smith to select AI-generated response options, significantly speeding up conversations. The innovative combination of brain-computer interface and AI technology offers hope for enhanced communication for those with severe disabilities. |
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| 27-04-2025 |
Grok Web Introduces File Manager for Enhanced User Control |
Feature |
Grok Web's new File Manager allows users to efficiently manage files and assets directly within the platform. Accessible via Settings > Data Controls > See Files and Assets, this feature enhances user experience by streamlining file organization. Explore the update on Grok Web to optimize your workflow. Visit grok.com to try it now! |
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| 26-04-2025 |
SuperGrok Now Free for Students with .edu Email |
Subscription Updates |
xAI is providing students with free access to SuperGrok, its premium AI chatbot, for two months using a .edu email. SuperGrok helps with studying, research, and coding, making it a valuable tool for exam season. The Grok app may also introduce trial periods for this enhanced version. Sign up at grok.com to explore how SuperGrok can support your academic success. |
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| 24-04-2025 |
Grok iOS App Enhances Research with Individual Source Chips |
User Experience Enhancements |
The Grok iOS app now displays individual sources in separate chips, making it easier for users to verify information and explore references. |
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| 24-04-2025 |
Grok Introduces Customizer Modes for Tailored AI Conversations |
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Grok, the AI assistant by xAI, now offers a built-in customizer with modes like Custom, Concise, Formal, and Socratic to personalize user interactions. These modes allow users to set rules, get brief answers, or explore big ideas through thoughtful dialogue. Available on iOS and grok.com, the feature enhances how users engage with AI for various tasks. Try Grok’s customizer modes today to shape your AI experience |
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| 23-04-2025 |
Grok Web Introduces Interactive CSV File Viewer for Easy Data Analysis |
Feature |
Grok Web has launched a new interactive CSV file viewer that enables users to visualize and manage data directly within the platform. The feature offers a straightforward, intuitive interface, making it accessible for both professionals handling large datasets and individuals exploring data for personal projects. |
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| 23-04-2025 |
Grok Voice Brings Multilingual AI Chat with Unique Personalities |
Feature |
Grok Voice, a new feature from xAI’s Grok AI, delivers a dynamic conversational experience with support for text and voice inputs, vision capabilities, and multilingual interactions in over 145 languages, powered by voices Ara and Rex. It includes text transcripts, the ability to resume chats, and customizable personalities, allowing users to tailor responses with custom instructions. With web search integration and the option to share or download voice clips, Grok Voice enhances productivity and engagement for users worldwide. |
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| 23-04-2025 |
Grok Enhances User Experience with Vision, Multilingual Audio, and Real-Time Search |
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Grok, developed by xAI, has rolled out exciting updates, including Grok Vision, which lets users point their phone at objects to ask questions, and multilingual audio in Voice Mode, supporting languages like Spanish, French, Hindi, Japanese, and Turkish. |
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| 21-04-2025 |
Grok Ranks 191st Globally as X Leads Website Traffic |
Social Media News |
Grok, the AI chatbot from xAI, has climbed to the 191st most visited website worldwide, with X holding the 5th spot. However, Grok 3 struggles with creative writing, though its voice feature has improved with polished text transcripts and a fitting audio visualizer, making it more appealing to users. |
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| 20-04-2025 |
Grok Enhances User Experience with New Workspace and iOS App Features |
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Grok introduces moving conversations to workspaces on its web platform, alongside iOS app updates like custom instructions, widgets, and image-supported search autocomplete. These features make interactions with Grok more organized and intuitive. |
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| 18-04-2025 |
Grok 3 API Powers Finance, Healthcare, and Legal Tasks |
Company News |
The Grok 3 family, now available via the xAI API, delivers advanced AI capabilities for enterprise tasks in finance, healthcare, and law. Grok 3 excels in specialized knowledge, while Grok 3 Mini offers cost-effective intelligence, outperforming other reasoning models. Businesses report unique capabilities not found in competing models, enhancing workflow efficiency. |
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