Grok is an AI-powered assistant developed by xAI, a company founded by Elon Musk. Designed to be maximally truthful, useful, and curious, Grok assists users by answering questions, solving problems, and brainstorming ideas. It is integrated with X (formerly Twitter) and is powered by xAI’s advanced large language model. Grok aims to provide informative and insightful responses with a touch of wit and humor, drawing inspiration from The Hitchhiker’s Guide to the Galaxy and JARVIS from Iron Man. (help.x.com)
In August 2024, xAI released Grok-2 and Grok-2 mini, introducing enhanced performance and image-generation capabilities. These models allow users to create and share images directly on the X platform. Grok-2 offers improved chat, coding, and reasoning capabilities, while Grok-2 mini provides a balance between speed and answer quality. (theverge.com)
Grok is accessible through X and has also been made available as a standalone app. In January 2025, xAI launched the Grok app on the Apple App Store, allowing users to interact with the AI assistant outside of the X platform. The app is free to use and provides access to Grok’s latest features. (wsj.com)
Grok’s development reflects xAI’s mission to advance scientific discovery and gain a deeper understanding of the universe. By providing users with a powerful AI assistant, xAI aims to make information more accessible and interactions more engaging. (x.ai)
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