ChatGPT’s highly anticipated Advanced Voice feature is finally becoming available. OpenAI announced via Twitter that Plus and Team subscribers will gain access throughout this week, followed by Enterprise and Edu subscribers next week. This innovative feature allows users to interact with the chatbot through voice, offering a more natural conversational experience.
A New Way to Converse with ChatGPT
Advanced Voice, powered by the GPT-4o model, enables users to speak directly to the chatbot, eliminating the need for typed text prompts. Initially announced at OpenAI’s Spring Update event and subsequently beta tested with select Plus subscribers in July, the feature is now ready for wider release. This voice interaction mirrors conversing with another person, marking a significant step in AI chatbot development.
Advanced Voice ModeOpenAI’s Advanced Voice Mode allows for more natural conversations.
Expanded Voice Options and Future Capabilities
Alongside the Advanced Voice rollout, OpenAI introduced five new voices: Arbor, Maple, Sol, Spruce, and Vale. These voices are accessible in both Standard and Advanced Voice modes, complementing the existing options (Breeze, Juniper, Cove, and Ember). While video and screen sharing are not yet supported, OpenAI has confirmed their eventual integration into Advanced Voice.
Enhanced Functionality with Memory and Custom Instructions
To further enhance the Advanced Voice experience, OpenAI has integrated memory and custom instruction functionalities. The memory feature allows the AI to recall details from past conversations, preventing redundant information requests. Custom instructions empower users to set parameters for the chatbot’s responses, such as specifying Python for coding outputs. These additions bring the voice interaction closer to the functionality of the text-based chatbot.
Advanced Voice ModeUsers can interact with ChatGPT using voice commands.
Availability and Competition
Plus and Team subscribers will receive in-app notifications upon feature activation. However, Advanced Voice is currently unavailable in the EU, U.K., Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. This launch comes shortly after Google’s release of Gemini Live, a competing voice-activated AI, further intensifying the competition in the conversational AI landscape.
A Leap Forward in Conversational AI
The introduction of Advanced Voice marks a significant advancement in AI chatbot technology, providing a more intuitive and natural way to interact with ChatGPT. The combination of voice input, expanded voice options, memory, and custom instructions positions ChatGPT as a powerful tool for various applications. The broader rollout of this feature promises to reshape how users engage with AI chatbots.
