Which AI models does James use?

James combines the leading AI models in one app: ChatGPT 5.1 (OpenAI), Gemini 3 Pro (Google), Grok 4 (xAI), Claude 4.5 (Anthropic) and DeepSeek. Each character uses the model best suited to its personality. For images, Gemini Nano Banana 2 Pro, GPT-Image, Seedream 4 and Flux 3 Pro are also included.

Which devices does James run on?

James runs natively on iPhone (iOS 17+), iPad (iPadOS 17+), Mac (macOS 14+ via Apple Silicon), Apple Watch (watchOS 10+), and supports CarPlay. iCloud sync keeps memories and profile up to date across all your devices — no account required.

What is Deep Research in James?

Deep Research lets James autonomously work on a topic for 1–7 minutes with ~80 web searches. You get a comprehensive answer with source citations, similar to a human researcher. Multiple PDFs can be analyzed simultaneously — perfect for contracts, studies, and due diligence.

Multi-Chat lets multiple AI characters answer the same question in parallel. You get four perspectives in one overview — ideal for brainstorming, decision-making, or comparing AI models against each other. Multi-Chat in James is free and uses no Schnauzer credits.

What are Bond Levels?

Bond levels are the personal relationship stages between you and each AI character. The more you talk to a character, the more familiar the tone becomes — from 'Stranger' to 'Confidant' to 'Kindred Spirit' across 10 levels. James personalizes every conversation as a result.

Yes, James is free on the App Store. It includes 5 free queries per day, plus optional credit packs (Schnauzer) for heavy use, and an optional Plus subscription for unlimited queries, longer chat history, and premium features.

How is privacy handled?

James works anonymously without login or phone number. Memories are stored locally and only synced via iCloud between your own devices — never to us. Sensitive data (e.g. email content) is segregated server-side: Google Workspace data is routed exclusively through privacy-compliant paths. See the privacy policy for details.

James

Your Personal Assistant

James' introduction video

Welcome to the world of James, the artificial intelligence, that will help you answer every question!

James also creates pictures and diagrams for you. All based on a keyword or a short description.

The Biggest Update Yet!

James Version 9 is here!

Deep Research, Multi-Chat, Bond Levels, Daily Check-in, Multi-PDF Research, Talk V2, Premium Voices, Apple Reminders & Calendar integration, CarPlay — and more.

Discover all new Features

Artificial intelligence

With James, you have the ability to get the answers you need through a simple chat.

"Cool app that lets you use Chat Gpt much cheaper than their website. And James is super cute"

- Anna-Lena K.

With James, you have the option of a simple chat to get all the answers you need.

It doesn't matter if it's a simple question of everyday life or complex issues. complex issues, James is always at your side.

You can also ask questions about your pictures. Ask Olivia a question about improving your outfit or show James your fridge and he'll tell you what you can cook with it.

With James as your personal assistant, you can hours of work and focus on what really on what really matters. You can count on a fast and accurate response. Also guaranteed James guarantees complete confidentiality and security of every question.

"The different characters enable a completely new ChatGPT experience, like I've never experienced before!"

- Isabella N.

Characters Without Restrictions

While ChatGPT and all other AIs have significant restrictions on topics, you can ask James questions about any subject and receive answers!

Create Images and Diagrams

Describe the desired image or diagram, and James will provide it in seconds!

Behind each character is a different AI model, so you can create very different results.

Your Knowledge Butler

James combines all major knowledge sources and the latest AI technology to create the ultimate knowledge butler.

Ask your Documents

James reads your documents and books for you and answers any question based on the content. He can also summarize them for you.

James Vision

James recognizes the content of images and documents and answers questions about it or explains the content to you!

Version 9 — What's New

The deepest James update yet brings autonomous AI research, parallel multi-model answers, personal relationship levels and a series of new integrations directly into your Apple ecosystem.

Deep Research

James autonomously searches the web for 1–7 minutes — running ~80 queries with depth and proper citations. Attach multiple PDFs for cross-document research (contracts, studies, due-diligence).

Multi-Chat

Let several characters answer the same question in parallel — four perspectives at a glance. Each backed by a different AI model. Completely free, no Schnauzer credits used.

Bond Levels

The more you talk to a character, the closer the tone — from "Stranger" to "Kindred Spirit" across 10 levels. Includes a Statistics tab with achievements, top characters and an activity heatmap.

Talk V2 & Premium Voices

Real-time voice with the lowest latency, natural interruptions and native audio quality. Long-press the speaker icon to unlock premium TTS voices for any written reply.

Daily Check-in

Every morning until 11am: a personal briefing with upcoming appointments, important emails, reminders, and an AI-curated news song of the day. Free and uses no Schnauzer credits.

Reminders, Calendar & CarPlay

"Remind me at 8am tomorrow about breakfast" → James writes it directly to Apple Reminders with date, time, and alarm. Connect Apple or Google Calendar for appointment context. CarPlay: James rides along, eyes stay on the road.

Living Memories

Say "I moved" and James updates the existing memory rather than stacking a duplicate. 30-day history with one-tap undo right in your profile — no more memory clutter.

Plan Review for Research

Long-press send in the Research tab → James shows the research plan first, so you can adjust search angles and source strategy before it runs autonomously for 1–7 minutes.

More Features

James Vision

James recognizes the content of images and documents and answers your questions.

Show James with your camera what you see and let him advise you.

Virtual Friends

Choose from 9 different characters. All with their own personality and abilities.

Some characters respond faster, others more comprehensively, and some provide extra tips.

Voice Input

Simply hold down the send button to quickly switch between text and voice input.

And if you wish, James can read the answers to you. On all devices.

James Threads

Consult your documents. Give James a document or book and he'll answer any question you have about it.

Your threads are synchronized across devices. Without an account.

Anonymous Usage

Harness the power of ChatGPT without registration & login.

Your queries are all encrypted and anonymized. No one can trace your queries.

Current Information

James takes ChatGPT to the next level. James combines the most powerful AI model with access to the internet, achieving Artificial Intelligence level.

Character Creator

Create your own AI character, your personal virtual friend.

You determine the appearance and personality of your friend.

Apple Watch Support

Use James quickly, discreetly, and easily directly on your wrist. For example, when you are in meetings and want to shine with knowledge.

You can choose whether he answers you by text message or speaks with you.

Explainer Videos

Generate complete explainer videos on any topic — James writes the script, voices it with character voices, and produces the video automatically.

AI Audiobooks

Let James generate full-length audiobooks — narrator character, chapter structure, and natural premium voices for long listening sessions.

Children's Stories

Personalized bedtime stories in seconds: pick topics, hero, length — James delivers the story as text or as a narrated audiobook.

AI Widgets

Homescreen widgets with fresh answers, character tip-of-the-day and quick access to James — right from the lock screen and Standby display.

Combine Images

Pick multiple photos — James fuses them into a new image. In V9 with three quality tiers (Standard, Max, Ultra) and exact aspect-ratio passthrough.

Creation View

Central creation studio for images, podcasts, explainer videos, music, and audiobooks. Built-in library of all generated content and effortless reuse.