OpenAI is reportedly working on a new “Record” feature for ChatGPT that will allow the AI to record, transcribe, and summarise live meetings directly within the app.
This addition aims to simplify the way users capture and review discussions, making meetings more efficient and accessible.
The feature was reportedly uncovered in the mobile app’s code, revealing capabilities such as pausing and resuming recordings, converting speech to text, and generating comprehensive summaries.
It also requests permission to access the device’s microphone and system audio, highlighting the need for user consent before any recording takes place.
At present, ChatGPT supports integrations with third-party tools, but it lacks native functionality to record and summarise live meetings.
The new “Record” feature appears to operate independently, acting as an overlay that captures audio through the user’s device rather than linking directly with conferencing platforms like Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
This move places OpenAI in direct competition with services like Microsoft Teams Premium, which already uses AI to automate various meeting tasks.
Microsoft’s “intelligent recap” tool can create meeting notes, recommend follow-up tasks, and highlight key moments for users, even if they missed the session.
That tool would be powered by GPT-3.5 model, suggesting that OpenAI is now looking to offer similar capabilities within its own ecosystem.
The rise of AI-powered meeting assistants is part of a broader shift toward productivity tools that reduce manual work. By automating routine tasks such as note-taking and summarisation, these features can help professionals stay organised and focused.
With the “Record” feature still in development, there is no confirmed release date. If the feature rolls out, users can expect a more seamless experience for managing meetings, reviewing key points, and accessing transcriptions, all within a single AI-powered platform.
