How to use ChatGPT's Voice Mode (and why you'll want to)

In May, OpenAI was the first major company to unveil the idea of an AI-powered voice assistant that mimics a conversation with a human and can be interrupted, understand emotions, and take part in multi-turn conversations. As of last month, the public can try the tool -- OpenAI's Voice Mode -- for themselves.

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You may have seen videos of people having full-blown conversations with ChatGPT on social media -- and the real-life experience is impressive and amusing. ChatGPT Voice Mode completely changes the voice assistant experience, making conversation more natural, intuitive, and helpful.

Some lighthearted use cases include chatting with ChatGPT about your day, playing a trivia game, or talking about yourself. However, there are practical use cases, as the tool can do everything a regular voice assistant would, such as giving you information about the weather, current events, ideas for projects, and more. 

How to use ChatGPT's Voice Mode

To access ChatGPT's Voice Mode, you will need to subscribe to ChatGPT Plus for $20 per month. If you are a ChatGPT power user, the cost will likely be justified as you get access to all the latest and greatest features. 

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However, if you want the experience without the cost, you can use Gemini Live and Copilot Voice, which are both free and offer something similar. 

FAQs

Is ChatGPT Voice Mode free?

No, at the moment, ChatGPT Voice Mode is only available for ChatGPT Plus subscribers, which is a $20 per month membership. 

What can I do with ChatGPT Voice Mode?

ChatGPT Voice Mode can do everything an ordinary AI voice assistant can do, just in a much more conversational way. Some standout features include the fact that it can be interrupted, understand emotions, and have multi-turn conversations.

Are there ChatGPT Voice Mode alternatives?

Yes, there are two major alternatives: Gemini Live and Copilot Voice. To access Gemini Live, you need an Android device and the free Gemini app; no subscriptions are required. Copilot Voice is free to all users, and accessing is as easy as downloading the free app.