Imagine waking up to a personalized briefing that knows your schedule, interests, and priorities—without lifting a finger. That’s exactly what OpenAI’s new feature, Pulse, promises for ChatGPT Pro users. Launched on September 26, 2025, Pulse is designed to deliver daily morning briefings that feel like a smart newspaper tailored just for you.
Whether you’re a busy professional, a curious learner, or someone who simply wants to start the day informed, OpenAI Pulse is here to make mornings smoother, smarter, and more intentional.
What Is OpenAI Pulse?
OpenAI Pulse is a proactive feature built into ChatGPT that generates personalized reports overnight. Instead of waiting for you to ask questions, Pulse works while you sleep—gathering relevant updates, scanning your calendar, reviewing emails (with permission), and preparing a digest of what matters most.
Each morning, users receive five to ten curated briefs covering:
- News highlights
- Personal agendas
- Travel plans
- Meal suggestions
- Event reminders
- Hobby-related updates
These briefs appear as interactive “cards” inside ChatGPT, allowing users to click, explore, and even ask follow-up questions.
OpenAI Pulse launch
OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Pulse, a new feature for Pro users that delivers personalized morning briefings. Pulse works overnight, gathering updates from your calendar, emails, and chat history to create tailored reports. It’s designed to make ChatGPT proactive—offering relevant insights before you even ask, starting your day smarter.
Who Can Use OpenAI Pulse?
Currently, OpenAI Pulse is available to ChatGPT Pro subscribers—those on the $200/month plan. It appears as a new tab inside the ChatGPT app. OpenAI has confirmed that Plus users will gain access soon, once infrastructure scales up.
This rollout reflects OpenAI’s broader vision: turning ChatGPT into a proactive assistant rather than a reactive chatbot.
How Does Pulse Work?
Once configured, Pulse can:
- Link with Google Calendar and Gmail via ChatGPT Connectors
- Scan your inbox for priority emails
- Create a morning agenda from calendar events
- Use ChatGPT’s memory to tailor updates based on past conversations
For example, if you’re planning a trip, Pulse might suggest restaurants, weather updates, or packing tips. If you’re training for a marathon, it could offer hydration reminders or route suggestions.
Why Pulse Feels Different
Unlike endless social media feeds, Pulse is designed to stop after a few briefs, with a friendly message like “Great, that’s it for today.” This helps users stay informed without feeling overwhelmed.
OpenAI’s personalization lead, Christina Wadsworth Kaplan, shared how Pulse recognized her interest in running and suggested routes for her upcoming trip to London. It’s this kind of context-aware intelligence that sets Pulse apart.
OpenAI Pulse calendar integration
OpenAI Pulse integrates seamlessly with Google Calendar, allowing ChatGPT to create personalized morning briefings. It scans upcoming events, reminders, and schedules to deliver a smart daily agenda. This proactive feature helps users stay organized, manage time better, and start their day with clarity—without needing to manually check their calendar.
Final Thoughts
OpenAI Pulse is more than a feature—it’s a glimpse into the future of AI-powered productivity. By blending personalization, automation, and context, Pulse helps users start their day with clarity and confidence.
Disclaimer
This article is based on publicly available information as of September 26, 2025. Features, pricing, and availability may change. For the latest updates, please refer to OpenAI’s official announcements.
FAQs
1. What is ChatGPT pulse?
ChatGPT Pulse is a personalized morning briefing feature for Pro users. It delivers curated updates like news, calendar events, travel plans, and reminders directly inside ChatGPT. Generated overnight, Pulse helps users start their day informed and organized—without needing to ask. It’s proactive, smart, and tailored to individual preferences.
2. Does Microsoft get 49% of OpenAI?
Microsoft holds a 49% stake in OpenAI’s for-profit arm, following its multi-billion-dollar investment. This strategic partnership grants Microsoft access to OpenAI’s technology and profits, while allowing OpenAI to operate independently. The arrangement supports collaboration on AI development, including integration into Microsoft products like Azure and Office tools.
