OpenAI launches ChatGPT's New Advanced Voice Mode on Web!

Welcome to the aichatgpt.today Forum! Let’s Chat About ChatGPT’s New Advanced Voice Mode on Web!​

Exciting news! OpenAI has rolled out its Advanced Voice mode for ChatGPT on the web. Previously available only on iOS and Android, it’s now accessible on the desktop version for those who subscribe to Plus, Enterprise, Teams, or Edu plans. But there’s a catch, this feature is currently exclusive to paying users.

Here’s how it works:

To start a voice conversation, just click the Voice icon in the bottom-right corner of the ChatGPT window. You’ll need to grant your browser microphone access, and voilà, you’re in! You’ll see a sleek interface with a blue orb at the center while you chat.

Now, let’s talk voices! ChatGPT offers nine unique output voices, including five new ones: Arbor, Maple, Sol, Spruce, and Vale. These voices are designed to sound natural, express emotions, and even emphasize certain words for a lifelike experience. Each voice has its own personality, from Arbor’s “easygoing and versatile” vibe to Ember’s “confident and optimistic” tone.

While the voices aim to make AI interactions feel personal and engaging, the rollout isn’t without limits. Plus and Team subscribers have daily usage caps and will be notified when they’re nearing their limit. Free-tier users? Don’t worry, you’ll get a monthly preview of the feature to test it out!

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Now, here’s something juicy:

Remember the controversy around the "Sky" voice, which allegedly resembled Scarlett Johansson’s voice from the movie Her? It caused quite a stir earlier this year, leading to a lawsuit and OpenAI pulling the voice. Sky hasn’t made a comeback yet, but it’s definitely a hot topic in the AI world.

What do you think about this new Advanced Voice mode? Are you planning to try it out, or are you waiting for it to become available to free users? And what’s your take on the "Sky" voice controversy?