xAI, the AI company led by Elon Musk, is expanding the availability of its Grok chatbot by launching standalone applications for macOS and Windows operating systems. This move brings Grok beyond the confines of X’s Premium+ subscription, opening it up to a wider audience.
The announcement, made by Musk himself, follows closely on the heels of the release of Grok 3, the latest and most advanced version of xAI’s AI model. While the apps haven’t yet appeared on the Mac App Store or Microsoft Store, their imminent arrival signals xAI’s intent to compete more directly with established players in the AI chatbot space, such as ChatGPT and Gemini.
Grok will also be offered as a standalone application for the MacOS and Windows
— Elon Musk (@elonmusk) February 19, 2025
Grok is already accessible on iOS devices, and Android users can pre-register for the app on the Google Play Store. This multi-platform approach ensures that Grok can reach users across various devices and ecosystems.
Reinforcing xAI’s commitment to open-source development, Musk has indicated that Grok 2 will be made open source once Grok 3 reaches full maturity and stability. This is anticipated to occur within the next few months, potentially fostering further innovation and collaboration within the AI community.
The release of Grok’s standalone applications coincides with recent adjustments to X’s subscription model. The price of the Premium+ subscription has increased, and some features have been reserved for a new, higher-tier SuperGrok plan.This suggests a strategic move by xAI to diversify its offerings and cater to different user needs and price points.
Grok’s expansion to macOS and Windows marks a significant step in its development, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape of AI chatbots. It will be interesting to observe how Grok’s features and capabilities evolve as it becomes more widely accessible.
