OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman has given ChatGPT users an unexpected Christmas treat, hinting at a hidden festive feature that turns a simple emoji into a personalised video experience.
A teaser on X sparks curiosity
On Saturday, Altman posted a cryptic message on X, prompting users to experiment with ChatGPT using just one emoji. The post quickly caught attention, with users discovering that sending a gift emoji unlocks a special Christmas-themed interaction.
How the emoji trick works
When users prompt ChatGPT with the 🎁 emoji, the chatbot…

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