OpenAI has started introducing GPT-Live-1.1 and a smaller version called GPT-Live-1.1 Quip to ChatGPT Voice. Announced on October 15, the update aims to make spoken conversations sound more natural, with improved accents across languages and new voice choices for Hindi, French, German, Japanese, Korean and Mexican Spanish. The company has also introduced a new English voice named Bubbie.
For users in India, the addition of Hindi voice options is a notable part of the update. However, OpenAI says the available voices may differ depending on a user’s region and account, meaning some people may not see every option immediately.
Users can check their available voices and change their selection by opening ChatGPT’s Settings and navigating to the Voice section.
What Is New in ChatGPT Voice?
GPT-Live-1.1 and GPT-Live-1.1 Quip replace the earlier GPT-Live-1 and GPT-Live-1 mini models. According to OpenAI’s system card, GPT-Live-1.1 serves as the default voice model for Plus and higher subscription tiers, while Quip is the default for other users.
Both models support full-duplex voice interaction. This allows ChatGPT to listen and respond continuously, making conversations feel more natural rather than requiring users to wait for a clearly defined speaking turn to finish.
OpenAI has also introduced greater variation in the short spoken phrases used while performing searches. The aim is to make voice interactions less repetitive and improve the overall conversational experience.
Hindi Voice Support and Availability in India
Hindi is among the languages receiving new voice options in this release. The update is intended to improve the naturalness of spoken interactions and provide users with a more localised experience.
OpenAI has described the release as generally available, but it has not provided a specific rollout schedule for individual countries. The voices visible to each user may therefore vary during the rollout.
The company has also not published independent benchmark results comparing GPT-Live-1.1 with its predecessor, GPT-Live-1.
Will GPT-Live-1.1 Be Available Through the API?
The current rollout focuses on ChatGPT Voice rather than immediate access through the developer API.
An announcement on OpenAI’s community platform indicated that API availability is planned for a later date, although no firm launch date has been provided.
Developers should therefore distinguish between the new voice experience available in ChatGPT and access to the underlying models through an API.
Overall, the update introduces new voice choices and aims to make spoken conversations more natural, with Hindi support being particularly relevant for users in India.
Disclaimer: This article is based on the information provided about OpenAI’s announcement and is intended for informational purposes only. Features, subscription availability and rollout timing may change as the service is updated.