Ask AI
Ask AI is an AI tool developed by Sindre Sorhus that allows users to utilize the powerful capabilities of ChatGPT on their wristwatch. With...
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What is Ask AI?
Ask AI is a watchOS application that brings ChatGPT-powered assistance directly to your Apple Watch. It lets you get instant answers to questions about complex topics, translate languages, receive recommendations, solve math problems, improve your writing, and much more, all from your wrist.
The app is built on OpenAI’s official ChatGPT API and currently uses the GPT-4o mini model. Although the app interface is in English, it supports questions in dozens of languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Arabic, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Turkish, Hebrew, Hindi, Bengali, Thai, Greek, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Malay, Swahili, Tagalog, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Nepali.
Ask AI is designed for watchOS users who want quick, on-the-go AI assistance without needing to pull out their phone. It is particularly useful for scenarios like quick translations while traveling, checking facts during workouts, getting short explanations or summaries, solving simple math problems, drafting short messages, and receiving everyday recommendations. The app emphasizes convenience and speed, leveraging the always-worn nature of the Apple Watch.
The developer, Sindre Sorhus, funds the service by charging for each API call but keeps the app itself as a one-time purchase, explicitly avoiding subscriptions. This model is intended to make the app affordable over its lifetime while still covering the cost of usage. The pricing is calculated based on expected lifetime usage per user.
The app includes basic voice interaction via watchOS dictation and automatically selects an appropriate voice for reading answers in different languages. However, it does not support custom voice selection, direct voice dictation at launch, or expansion to iOS/macOS due to cost and usage considerations. For macOS users, the developer points to a separate tool called QuickGPT.
Ask AI pricing
Pricing model: Paid
The app is a one-time purchase with no subscriptions. The developer pays for each API call via OpenAI’s official ChatGPT API and has priced the app based on expected lifetime usage per user. There are no separate free or paid tiers; all features are included in the single purchase price. If the app does not appear on your watch after buying on iPhone/iPad, you can download it again from the App Store on the watch without paying again.
Ask AI pros
- Runs directly on Apple Watch for instant access
- Uses powerful GPT-4o mini model
- Supports questions in dozens of languages
- One-time purchase, no subscriptions
- Good for quick translations on the go
- Helps solve math problems quickly
- Provides recommendations for various topics
- Improves writing with instant suggestions
- Explains complex topics in simple terms
- Uses OpenAI’s official ChatGPT API
- Compact and always-available on your wrist
- Automatic voice selection per language
- Developer actively takes feedback and bug reports
- No need to pull out your phone for quick answers
- Reusable across your Apple devices via shared purchase
Ask AI cons
- Only available on watchOS, not iOS or macOS
- Cannot open voice dictation directly at launch
- No custom voice selection for answers
- Pricing depends on usage, could be costly for heavy users
- Apple Watch screen limits long or complex responses
- Requires Apple Watch and paired iPhone setup
- App Store install bugs can delay watch installation
- No built-in history or conversation management visible
Frequently asked questions about Ask AI
What is Ask AI?
Ask AI is a watchOS app that gives you instant ChatGPT answers right on your Apple Watch. You can ask it to explain topics, translate text, give recommendations, solve math problems, improve writing, and more, using the GPT-4o mini model via OpenAI’s official API.
Which languages does Ask AI support?
The app interface is in English, but you can ask questions in many languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Arabic, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Turkish, Hebrew, Hindi, Bengali, Thai, Greek, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Malay, Swahili, Tagalog, Tamil, Kannada, Telugu, Marathi, Gujarati, Punjabi, and Nepali.
Is there a subscription?
No. The app is sold as a one-time purchase. The developer covers the cost of API usage and has priced the app accordingly, explicitly avoiding subscriptions.
Why is Ask AI only on watchOS?
The pricing is based on expected lifetime usage on the watch. On iOS, usage would be much higher, making the cost prohibitive. For macOS, the developer recommends using QuickGPT instead.
Can I choose a voice for answers?
No. The app automatically uses the best voice for the language of the answer. High-quality Siri voices are not available for third-party apps to use, so custom voice selection is not possible.
Can voice dictation open automatically when launching the app?
No. watchOS only supports opening the keyboard when launching an app, so voice dictation cannot be started directly at launch. You must manually start dictation after the app opens.
Can I launch Ask AI with the Action Button on my Apple Watch?
Yes, but indirectly. You can create a Shortcut on your iPhone or other Apple device that launches Ask AI, then on the watch configure the Action Button to run that Shortcut. This allows quick launch via the Action Button.
I bought Ask AI on iPhone but it doesn’t show on my watch. What should I do?
This is an App Store bug, not something the developer can control. Try restarting your Apple Watch. If it still doesn’t appear, open the App Store on your watch and download Ask AI from there. You will not be charged again.
How do I send feedback or report a bug?
You can use the feedback button inside the app, or send feedback directly to the developer via the feedback link provided on the website. The developer actively collects feature requests, bug reports, and general feedback.
Which AI model does Ask AI use?
Ask AI uses GPT-4o mini via OpenAI’s official ChatGPT API. This model powers all the answers and interactions you have with the app on your Apple Watch.