Today, OpenAI announced an exciting update for its Advanced Voice Mode (AVM). This new audio feature is now available to ChatGPT’s Plus users and Team tiers, with Enterprise and Edu customers set to gain access next week. This advancement paves the way for more natural conversational models, enhancing user interaction like never before.
A leaked email from the ChatGPT team reveals that Advanced Voice Mode (AVM) is “rolling out in a limited alpha to select users”, starting September 24, 2024. Access will be based on various factors, making it clear that not everyone will get it right away.
The rollout also introduces a fresh design, replacing the animated black dots showcased in May with a sleek blue animated sphere, promising a more dynamic user experience. This aligns with Sam Altman’s vision for superintelligence, as OpenAI continues to innovate and make AI smarter than humans, enhancing interactions across the board.
For an enhanced and more natural interaction, the model now features five new voices: Arbor, Maple, Sol, Spruce, and Vale, bringing the total to nine voices. These additions complement the existing voices: Breeze, Juniper, Cove, and Embe, significantly enriching the user experience.
OpenAI initially announced that all Plus users would have access by the end of the fall, so a full rollout isn’t expected just yet. However, the expanding access to the alpha version for more Plus users is a promising sign for a timely release.
A ChatGPT Plus subscription costs $20 (£16, AU$30) per month and unlocks a variety of powerful language models, including the recent 01-preview, which significantly improves math problem-solving and reasoning capabilities compared to earlier versions.
As AI continues to advance, OpenAI has introduced improvements to the Advanced Voice Mode (AVM) since its release. The enhanced voice model now understands accents more smoothly and responds faster.
During our tests with AVM, we encountered some glitches, but the company assures us that these issues have been addressed, leading to a more seamless experience.
OpenAI has also rolled out customization features like Custom Instructions and Memory for the Advanced Voice Mode (AVM). These enhancements allow users to receive personalized responses and enable the model to remember conversations for future reference, creating a more tailored interaction experience.
According to a spokesperson from OpenAI, the Advanced Voice Mode (AVM) is currently unavailable in several regions, including the EU, the U.K., Switzerland, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein.
The future of Advanced Voice Mode (AVM) is bright, with OpenAI focused on refining its capabilities. Upcoming enhancements in personalization, accent recognition, and natural language processing promise to make interactions even more natural and reflexive.
With the addition of new voices and customization options, AVM is poised to become an essential tool for seamless communication across various applications.
