CHATGPT AI model is now everywhere on the internet and so are its counterfeit replicas on Apple App Store and Google Play Store. These apps are categorised as 'fleeceware' that aims to push the user to buy a paid subscription, as the free version is stuffed with ads to the brim, as per Sophos News. Further, these apps intend to make a paid replica of a free service.
Poor replica of ChatGPT
One of the apps discovered by the cybersecurity company on Google Play Store was - Chat GBT. It uses an alphabet alteration in the name to lure users to download the app.
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As per the report, the free version has rich advertisements that hamper the user experience. This forces the user to opt for a subscription plan. The default pick is a three-day trial followed by a $10 fee for a month. Further, the annual rate is $30.
On iPhone, an app named -GAI Assistant works similarly to its Android counterpart. The plan for the service starts from $6 per week. Going by estimates of Sensor Tower, the Android version minted $5,000 in March and iOS variant generated $10,000 in the same month in revenue.
Another app, 'AI Chat GBT' prompts a user to perform similar functions as the above-stated apps. On iOS, AI Chat - Chatbot AI Assistant, Genie AI Chatbot and AI Chatbot - Open Chat Writer.
How To Cancel Subscription?
If you have downloaded one of these apps and purchased a subscription, uninstalling these apps won't solve the problem. Here's how you can abort your bank deductions.
On iPhone
Head to settings, then tap on your name. Tap on Subscriptions, select the app subscription you wish to cancel and hit 'Cancel Subscription.'
On Android
Head to the subscriptions section in Google Play and select the desired subscription you wish to cancel. Hit - Cancel Subscription.
Meanwhile, OpenAI recently announced its legitimate ChaGPT app for iOS. The Android version is in the works. The move would help curb these counterfeit apps to some extent.
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