OpenAI has introduced a new “Thinking toggle” feature in the ChatGPT Android app, allowing users to control the reasoning time before responses. This upgrade, aimed at enhancing mobile user experiences, aligns the Android version more closely with its desktop counterpart, which has long catered to power users requiring precision in complex tasks. The toggle offers three modes: Auto, Instant, and Thinking. Instant prioritizes speed with quick replies, while Thinking allows for deeper, more accurate responses beneficial for multi-step analysis and planning. Although there are performance trade-offs regarding latency, the toggle empowers users to adjust based on context—ideal for both quick queries and detailed discussions. Exclusively available to ChatGPT Plus subscribers, this feature accentuates the importance of reasoning time in AI interactions. Meanwhile, the iOS version remains without this functionality, marking a significant step forward for Android users in leveraging AI effectively on-the-go.
