OpenAI’s new voice mode feature transforms ChatGPT for intuitive, real-time interactions with interruption capabilities. It is a significant advancement that enhances the generative AI experience.
On July 31st, 2024, OpenAI introduced a notable update to its widely adopted generative AI technology, ChatGPT. Once known for its ability to respond to text prompts, ChatGPT now offers more natural, real-time voice conversations with its advanced voice mode feature.
The new voice mode capabilities allow you to talk to ChatGPT and get instant responses to your voice prompts without delay. This feature detects and responds based on your emotions and non-verbal cues.
To improve the flow of the conversation, you can even interrupt ChatGPT responses while it is speaking. These significant advancements make your conversations with ChatGPT feel more genuine and engaging than before.
The new voice mode feature started rolling out to only a small group of ChatGPT-4o (Plus) users. However, Mira Murati, OpenAI’s Chief Technology Officer, announced on X that ChatGPT’s voice mode will be made available to all Plus users very soon.
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The company has tested ChatGPT-4o’s voice features with over 100 external experts across 45 languages. Advanced voice mode is currently available on Android and iOS chat apps. A comprehensive report on GPT-4o’s capabilities, limitations, and safety assessment is expected to be released in the first week of August.
The company postponed the launch of the realistic voice conversation feature from late June to July. OpenAI said the delay was to improve the AI model’s ability to recognize and decline some content while enhancing user experience and preparing its infrastructure for wider use.
As the AI industry grows, OpenAI’s effort to integrate advanced voice features aligns with its strategy to stay ahead in the competitive generative market.
