AMA
AMA is an AI tool that serves as a helping hand for individuals seeking guidance in different areas. The tool is designed to provide person...
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What is AMA?
BotGem (formerly known as AMA/问天) is an intelligent chat assistant app that uses advanced natural language processing technology to understand and respond to your text messages. You can use BotGem to ask questions, share ideas, seek advice, or just have a casual chat. It serves as your AI-powered toolbox, providing a simple and user-friendly interface for interacting with various AI models.
Key features include support for multiple AI service providers (OpenAI GPT series, Anthropic Claude series, Google Gemini series, Groq, Deepseek, Volcengine, and local models via Ollama), custom API configuration with your own API keys, extended thinking mode for Claude models, real-time voice conversations using OpenAI's realtime API, and the ability to delete conversation history. The app has a single clean interface with no complex functions – open and start asking immediately.
BotGem is designed for individuals who want a mobile AI assistant without using the web version, users who need cross-platform AI access (iOS, macOS, Android, Windows), people who want to use their own API keys for cost control, and those interested in practicing foreign languages through voice conversations with AI teachers.
AMA pricing
Pricing model: Free
BotGem offers a Free version with access to basic features and standard functionality. BotGem Pro is a one-time in-app purchase priced at $19.99 that unlocks all advanced features permanently with no recurring fees. Note that regardless of which version you use, you still need to pay for API usage to third-party AI providers like OpenAI or Anthropic separately. API usage is billed directly by the AI providers based on their pricing models, and BotGem does not charge for API usage.
AMA pros
- Available on iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows for cross-platform use
- Supports multiple AI providers including OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Groq, Deepseek, and Volcengine
- Allows custom API configuration with your own API keys
- Supports local models via Ollama for completely private AI
- Extended Thinking Mode for Claude models enhances reasoning capabilities
- Real-time voice conversations using OpenAI realtime API
- No account required to use the application
- All conversation data remains on your device, not stored on servers
- Does not share prompts or conversations with third parties
- One-time Pro purchase with no recurring subscription fees
- Simple single-interface design with no complex functions
- Can delete individual conversations or clear entire history
- English, Hindi, Japanese, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Thai, and Vietnamese language support
- Requires iOS 15.2+/iPadOS 15.2+/macOS 11.0+/visionOS 1.0 minimum
- 4.8-star rating on Google Play with 186 reviews and 10K+ downloads
AMA cons
- Users must obtain and provide their own API keys from AI providers
- API usage costs billed directly by AI providers not included in Pro purchase
- Data cannot be deleted once collected according to privacy policy
- Some users report API key security concerns
- Conversation list may only show 5 conversations limiting switching
- Cannot customize model names for use with oneAPI
- Voice feature on Android currently shows text only without audio
- Requires relatively recent OS versions (iOS 15.2+ or macOS 11.0+)
- App size is 160.2 MB which is relatively large
- No built-in API keys provided by BotGem
Frequently asked questions about AMA
Which platforms does BotGem support?
BotGem is available on iOS, macOS, Android, and Windows, allowing you to use it on virtually any device. For iOS you need iOS 15.2 or later, for iPad you need iPadOS 15.2 or later, for Mac you need macOS 11.0 or later, and for Apple Vision you need visionOS 1.0 or later.
Is BotGem free to use?
BotGem offers both Free and Pro versions. The Free Version provides access to basic features with standard functionality. The Pro Version is a one-time payment that unlocks all advanced features. However, regardless of which version you use, you may still need to pay for API usage to third-party AI providers like OpenAI or Anthropic.
Which AI providers does BotGem support?
BotGem offers extensive compatibility with OpenAI (GPT series models), Anthropic (Claude series models), Google (Gemini series models), Groq, Deepseek, Volcengine, local models via Ollama, and all services compatible with OpenAI API.
Do I need to have my own API keys?
Yes, to use most AI providers you'll need to obtain your own API keys from the respective services. BotGem does not provide API keys. You can configure your preferred provider by going to Setting, selecting Service Provider, choosing from the list, and entering your API key.
What is Extended Thinking Mode for Claude?
Extended Thinking Mode is a special feature for Anthropic's Claude models that enhances its reasoning capabilities for complex tasks. It allocates a portion of the token budget specifically for the model's internal thinking process.
Does BotGem support voice conversations?
Yes, BotGem supports real-time voice conversations using OpenAI's realtime API, allowing for natural, interactive voice interactions with AI assistants. You can use the voice call feature to practice foreign languages with AI.
Is my data secure when using BotGem?
BotGem takes data security seriously. They do not store any of your conversation data on their servers. All your data remains on your device. When using local models with Ollama, your data never even leaves your device to reach external AI providers. Data is encrypted in transit.
Does BotGem share my prompts or conversations with third parties?
BotGem does not share your prompts or conversations with third parties and no data is shared with third parties according to their privacy declaration. However, when you use external AI providers like OpenAI or Anthropic, your prompts are sent to their servers and are subject to their privacy policies.
Is the Pro version a recurring payment?
No, the Pro version is a one-time purchase, not a subscription. Once you buy it at $19.99, you own it permanently with no recurring fees. After purchasing, it will be automatically activated on your device and for mobile versions your purchase is linked to your app store account.
Why am I getting an API Key Invalid error?
This error typically occurs when your API key is entered incorrectly, your API key has expired, your API key has insufficient credits, or the API service is experiencing issues. You should verify your API key in the provider's dashboard and ensure you have sufficient credits.