OpenAI's ChatGPT Launches "Read Aloud" Feature

ChatGPT can now read responses to you.

On iOS or Android, tap and hold the message and then tap “Read Aloud”. We’ve also started rolling on web - click the "Read Aloud" button below the message. pic.twitter.com/KevIkgAFbG

— OpenAI (@OpenAI) March 4, 2024

Listen to ChatGPT's responses in five different voices

OpenAI has announced a new "Read Aloud" feature for its ChatGPT chatbot. The feature allows users to have ChatGPT read its responses aloud in one of five different voices. This can be helpful for users who are on the go or who have difficulty reading text.

Read Aloud Supports 37 Languages

Read Aloud can speak 37 languages and will automatically detect the language of the text it is reading. The feature is available for both GPT-4 and GPT-3.5 models.

Multimodal Capabilities

Read Aloud is an example of OpenAI's multimodal capabilities. Multimodal AI refers to the ability of an AI model to process and generate information in multiple formats, such as text, speech, and images.

Voice Chat Feature

In September 2023, ChatGPT launched a voice chat feature that allows users to ask the chatbot prompts without typing. The new Read Aloud feature complements the voice chat feature by allowing users to have ChatGPT read written answers aloud.

How to Use Read Aloud

On mobile apps, users can tap and hold the text to open the Read Aloud player. The web version shows a speaker icon below the text.

Summary

The Read Aloud feature is a welcome addition to ChatGPT. It makes the chatbot more accessible to users with disabilities and can also be helpful for users who are on the go. The feature is also a sign of OpenAI's commitment to multimodal AI.