DeepSeek is an AI assistant independently developed by the Chinese company DeepSeek Inc. Currently, DeepSeek V3, DeepSeek Coder and DeepSeek R1 are the primary models available for use. Both can be accessed for free on various platforms, including desktop and mobile applications.
In this article, we are going to walk you through usage of DeepSeek on Mobile (Android and iOS), Laptops and Tablets. We will also talk about system requirements and steps to download the DeepSeek’s application for different devices.
DeepSeek R1, V3 and Coder
The DeepSeek R1 is the first AI model built by DeepSeek Inc. it’s an open source artificial intelligence licensed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Deepseek R1 is primarily for research purposes. You can use it for personal and professional projects.
The major difference between these AI models is that DeepSeek V3 is designed for general inquiries, while R1 excels in complex reasoning tasks, and Coder focuses specifically on coding applications.
The DeepSeek R1 and V3 compete compete directly with leading AI offerings such as OpenAI’s models. DeepSeek App is now the most downloaded app on the App Store. DeepSeek standout for its user-friendly interface ability for tech-savvy users to run the model locally on their hardware using Ollama.
How to Use DeepSeek
Using DeepSeek AI model is simple. Like any other rivaling AI models, you can simply visit the DeepSeek’s official website, sign up and start using the chatbot. However, things are little complicated when you want to use DeepSeek’s App on mobile or computer.
Your computer/laptop/mobile needs to meet some certain software/system requirements to be able to download and use the app compatibly and efficiently. It’s important to note that DeepSeek involves heavy data processing and potentially AI model training. So, having a high-performance device is important for its usage.
DeepSeek’s App Requirements
For Operating System (OS)
- Android: 8.0 (Oreo) or Later
- iOS: 13 or Later
- Window: 10 or Later
- Linus: Ubuntu 18.04 or Later
- MacOS: 10.15 or Later
Software Requirements
- Required deep learning libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
- CUDA Toolkit (for GPU acceleration).
- Python (for model training and scripting).
Hardware Requirements
- ROM: SSD with at least 50GB free space (more space required for handling large datasets).
- RAM: Minimum 8GB (16GB or more recommended for AI-related tasks).
- GPU: High-performance GPU (NVIDIA with CUDA support is typically required for AI tasks).
- CPU: Multi-core processor (Quad-core or higher recommended).
Using DeepSeek AI on Mobile
There are two ways to use DeepSeek AI model on your phone: via app and via chat.deepseek.com. The DeepSeek’s mobile app is available on both Apple Store and Google Play Store. You can download the app, sign up an account using your email or directly through Google and start using the AI chatbot.
To use DeepSeek’s web version, visit https://chat.deepseek.com/sign_in on your device’s web browser and login to your account. If you don’t have an account, you can also create an account on the web portal. However, it’s important to note that the web version of DeepSeek AI model is available to all devices including smartphones, smartwatches, tablets and laptops.
How to Download and Set Up DeepSeek Software
There are various DeepSeek R1 models. They range from 1.5 billion to 70 billion parameters. However, one of the importances of using Ollama is that it helps eliminate the hassle of managing cloud subscriptions.
Follow these simple steps to install and set up DeepSeek on your Windows and Mac PC:
For Windows Users
- Download the Installer: First of all, you need to down the Ollama’s installer. To do that, visit the official Ollama website and download the Windows installer.
- Install the Software: Once the installer has been downloaded, double-click the downloaded installer and follow the on-screen instructions. However, ensure you have at least 4GB of free storage space before proceeding.
- Enable Debug Mode: Now, open the Command Prompt on your computer and type-in the following command to start the application with debug mode enabled:
$env:OLLAMA_DEBUG="1" & "ollama app.exe"
- Understand File Locations
- Logs and Updates:
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Ollama - Program Files:
%LOCALAPPDATA%\Programmes\Ollama - Models and Settings:
%HOMEPATH%\.ollama
- Logs and Updates:
For Mac Users
- Download the Installer: Like it’s explained in the Windows version, visit the Ollama website on your Mac’s browser and download the Mac installer. If you use Homebrew, you can install Ollama with this command:
brew install ollama
- Run DeepSeek: Open the Terminal app and type-in the following command to start DeepSeek:
ollama run deepseek-r1:8b
Next, press Enter to start using DeepSeek R1.
Conclusion
Deepseek has shaken up tech market in the United States. The debut of DeepSeek’s R1 led to a substantial decline in U.S. tech stocks, erasing approximately $1 trillion in value. Nvidia, in particular, experienced a 17% drop in its stock price, losing its position as the most valuable U.S. company. Other tech giants, including Microsoft, Alphabet (Google’s parent company), and Tesla, also faced significant stock declines.
