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OpenAI introduces “Santa Mode” to ChatGPT for ho-ho-ho voice chats

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 7m ago

OpenAI introduces “Santa Mode” to ChatGPT for ho-ho-ho voice chats

OpenAI has introduced a new feature in its ChatGPT app that allows users to have conversations with a simulated version of Santa Claus through voice mode. By accessing the Santa voice option in ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode, users can enjoy a North Pole connection on their mobile devices, desktop apps, and web browsers during the holiday season. The Santa feature will be available until early January and conversations will not be saved or impact the AI model's memory. OpenAI will also reset users' Advanced Voice Mode usage limits as a gift to give everyone a chance to talk to Santa.

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‘Hey Santa, are you real or just a chatbot?’

The Verge

The Verge · 7m ago

‘Hey Santa, are you real or just a chatbot?’

OpenAI has introduced Santa in Voice Mode for ChatGPT. Users can activate it by clicking on the snowflake icon next to the text box, but the feature will only be available until the end of the year.

ChatGPT now understands real-time video, seven months after OpenAI first demoed it

The Verge

The Verge · 7m ago

ChatGPT now understands real-time video, seven months after OpenAI first demoed it

OpenAI has released Advanced Voice Mode with vision for its ChatGPT app, allowing users to point their phones at objects and receive real-time responses. The feature also includes screen sharing capabilities to explain settings or provide math problem suggestions. The rollout will start this week for certain subscribers, with others gaining access in January. OpenAI showcased the feature's ability to understand drawings during a recent demo. However, it also acknowledged that the system could still make mistakes or "hallucinate". Google and Meta are also developing similar video analysis capabilities for their chatbot products. OpenAI has also launched a festive "Santa Mode" with Santa's voice as a preset option.

Share video with ChatGPT.

The Verge

The Verge · 7m ago

Share video with ChatGPT.

OpenAI has announced the launch of Advanced Voice Mode, allowing ChatGPT to view and respond to videos. This feature is available to users with Plus or Pro subscriptions.

Is that 'Her'? OpenAI pauses a ChatGPT voice after some say it sounds like Scarlett Johansson

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Is that 'Her'? OpenAI pauses a ChatGPT voice after some say it sounds like Scarlett Johansson

OpenAI has decided to pause the use of one of its ChatGPT voices called Sky, after users claimed it sounded like Scarlett Johansson's voice from the movie "Her." Although OpenAI denies any intention to mimic Johansson's voice, the actress stated that CEO Sam Altman approached her to lend her voice to the system, a request she declined. OpenAI has not provided further details on why they chose to halt the use of the Sky voice. This comes as OpenAI introduces GPT-4o, a new generative AI model with text, image, and voice capabilities.

OpenAI updates ChatGPT's voice mode with more natural-sounding speech | TechCrunch

TechCrunch · 1m ago

OpenAI updates ChatGPT's voice mode with more natural-sounding speech | TechCrunch

OpenAI has enhanced ChatGPT's voice mode, making it sound more natural and expressive with improved intonation and cadence. This update aims to create more fluid and empathetic dialogues. Additionally, the voice mode now facilitates easier language translation, allowing seamless conversations in multiple languages. The feature is accessible to all paid ChatGPT users. Despite improvements, users might still encounter minor audio quality issues and occasional bugs, like unintended sounds or gibberish.

OpenAI delays ChatGPT's new Voice Mode

TechCrunch · 1y ago

OpenAI delays ChatGPT's new Voice Mode

OpenAI has announced a delay in the launch of its advanced Voice Mode feature for its AI chatbot platform, ChatGPT. Originally planned for a rollout to a small group of paying users in late June, technical issues have pushed the launch to sometime in July. OpenAI is currently working on improving the model's ability to detect and refuse certain content, as well as enhancing the user experience and preparing infrastructure for scalability. The delay will not impact the rollout of new video and screen sharing capabilities. OpenAI previously faced controversy over similarities between the default voice and Scarlett Johansson's voice, though the company denies using her voice without permission.

ChatGPT no longer requires an account - but there's a catch

TechCrunch · 1y ago

ChatGPT no longer requires an account - but there's a catch

OpenAI is now allowing users to access their conversational AI, ChatGPT, without the need for an account. Users can visit chat.openai.com and start conversing with ChatGPT, with the chats being used for training data unless the user opts out. However, the free version does not have all the features available to logged-in users, such as saving and sharing chats or using custom instructions. Additionally, the content policies for the free version will be slightly more restrictive, but the specifics are not disclosed. OpenAI will rely on user feedback to improve the experience and address potential abuses of the system.

Grok’s new “unhinged” voice mode can curse and scream, simulate phone sex

Arstechnica

Arstechnica · 4m ago

Grok’s new “unhinged” voice mode can curse and scream, simulate phone sex

xAI has introduced a new voice interaction mode for its Grok 3 AI model, available to premium subscribers. Unlike ChatGPT, Grok offers various uncensored personalities, including "unhinged" mode, which curses and screams, and "Sexy" mode for adult scenarios. This approach reflects Elon Musk's goal for xAI to provide less censored and more provocative AI interactions. Despite some technical hiccups, this development marks a notable divergence from other AI companies' restrictive content policies.

OpenAI confirms new $200 monthly subscription, ChatGPT Pro, which includes its o1 reasoning model

TechCrunch · 7m ago

OpenAI confirms new $200 monthly subscription, ChatGPT Pro, which includes its o1 reasoning model

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Pro, a $200/month subscription offering unlimited access to all models, including the enhanced o1 reasoning model. Targeting power users, o1 excels in math, coding, and real-world problem-solving, now with image reasoning capabilities. The Pro plan includes “o1 pro mode,” which uses more compute for complex queries, reducing errors significantly in data science and programming. It also provides unlimited GPT-4o and Advanced Voice Mode access. OpenAI expects to integrate o1 into its API with features like image analysis and function calling. Despite its high cost, the plan aims to attract dedicated users and alleviate OpenAI's financial strain, as the company faces $5 billion in projected losses this year despite $300 million in monthly revenue.

ChatGPT Back Online After 16-Hour Blackout

StartupTalky

StartupTalky · 1m ago

ChatGPT Back Online After 16-Hour Blackout

ChatGPT experienced a 16-hour blackout starting June 10, affecting users worldwide due to high error rates and latency issues. OpenAI identified the problem by 6 PM the same day, and operations resumed by 4 AM on June 11. Despite restoration, the platform still faces high error rates, especially in voice mode. Users, including 4,740 in India, reported issues, noting repeated error messages. This marks the second global outage this year, amid ongoing legal challenges.

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