OpenAI Launches Advanced Voice Feature for ChatGPT Users

As a seasoned tech analyst with over two decades of experience in AI and conversational interfaces, I must admit, the Advanced Voice feature for ChatGPT is quite intriguing. The ability to customize the chatbot experience through “memories” is a game-changer, making interactions feel more personalized and engaging.


On September 24, ChatGPT users were thrilled to learn that OpenAI had officially launched their eagerly awaited “Improved Speech” function. Over the following week, this upgrade will be accessible to both Plus and Team members.

Improving your chat with ChatGPT, the Advanced Voice feature offers quicker and more intelligent interactions. It also adds a fun element, apologizing for being late in over 50 languages, demonstrating its slightly delayed launch.

OpenAI presents five fresh voice options – Arbor, Maple, SXol, Spruce, and Vale – that are now available alongside current choices such as Breeze, Juniper, Cove, and Ember. The goal of these voices is to enhance the conversation experience, allowing users to seamlessly interrupt or transition subjects while chatting.

This update allows users to personalize their interaction with the chatbot using “memory” features, which enable the AI to recall significant points from previous discussions. Nevertheless, OpenAI cautions that voice commands might not function optimally when using in-car Bluetooth or speakerphones due to disruptive background noise during conversations.

Despite the enthusiasm, some users voiced dissatisfaction over the newly introduced voices, finding them less appealing compared to the initially proposed “Sky” voice that was scrapped after actress Scarlett Johansson raised valid concerns about its similarity to her voice. While Altman, CEO of OpenAI, maintained the resemblance was coincidental, the debate ignited a wave of discussion.

The Advanced Voice feature represents a significant step forward in making AI interactions more human-like and engaging for users.

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2024-09-25 11:03