ChatGPT is getting chattier with ‘advanced voice mode'

OpenAI has announced that it will soon roll out an advanced voice mode for its ChatGPT chatbot. This mode, available for paid users of ChatGPT-4o, offers a lifelike voice that can respond in real-time, adjust to interruptions, and even gauge the speaker’s emotional state. The introduction of advanced voice mode could position ChatGPT as a virtual personal assistant, potentially challenging established virtual assistant providers such as Apple and Amazon. OpenAI has taken safety precautions, including limiting voice options and blocking certain requests. The voice mode is set to be rolled out gradually to users starting this week.