X Reportedly Testing Free Grok AI Version With Updated Logo

X (formerly known as Twitter) is reportedly experimenting with a free version of its artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok. Over the weekend, several users claimed to have gained access to Grok without subscribing to the platform’s paid X Premium tier. However, as per user feedback, the free version has certain limitations, and its availability appears to be restricted to specific regions. This trial comes shortly after xAI, the Elon Musk-led AI initiative, launched the Grok API and announced incentives for developers to integrate it.

Reports suggest that this move marks an effort to expand Grok’s reach and potentially attract a wider audience. Initially launched in November 2023, Grok was previously available only to paid subscribers. According to posts by app researchers and tech enthusiasts on X, the free tier could allow a broader range of users to experience the chatbot’s capabilities, albeit with reduced functionality compared to the premium version.

A report by TechCrunch indicated that the free Grok trial is currently being tested in New Zealand, with the possibility of extending to other regions. However, availability remains uneven; for instance, users in India and other countries have noted the absence of the feature. At this stage, the specifics of what the free version offers, and how it differs from the premium experience, remain unclear. Additionally, Gadgets 360 could not independently confirm the free version’s rollout.

In addition to testing a free tier, X is also updating Grok’s branding. The chatbot’s original wordmark logo is reportedly being replaced with a socket-like emblem, signaling a fresh visual identity for the AI tool. Whether these changes are part of a larger strategy to boost Grok’s adoption or improve its appeal to developers and end users remains to be seen.