Everything You Should Know About Grok's Latest Update

Published at: February 26, 2025 1:03 PM

Updated at: February 27, 2025 3:30 AM

xAI’s latest Grok update is creating a buzz, with the standalone Grok app seeing a massive increase in downloads. In just one week after the release of Grok 3, downloads have surged tenfold, and the number of daily active users has also risen five times. However, the true test of Grok's success will be in the coming months when the initial excitement fades, and users can assess the new features more thoroughly.

The latest update introduces the Grok 3 model, which xAI claims to be the most advanced AI system available. This update is aimed at encouraging more users to subscribe to X Premium, which provides access to the latest AI tools. X has also introduced a new SuperGrok tier that grants users access to all the newest Grok features.

One of the standout features in this update is the voice mode, which is now available for top-tier X Premium users. This allows users to speak their questions aloud to Grok and hear responses in an AI-generated voice, making the interaction more engaging and user-friendly.

Additionally, Grok has a new logo, which is now the main logo shown on its profile on X, though there are other logo variants users may encounter across the platform.

While Grok’s growth is impressive, it faces tough competition from major players like Meta and OpenAI, who already have larger user bases and more powerful models. Nonetheless, Elon Musk is determined to move forward, with plans to integrate Grok into government processes to improve efficiency. Whether Grok can maintain its relevance in the long run, especially with competitors advancing their AI systems, is something only time will tell.