OpenAI says it will retire the “Advanced” and “Standard” voice modes in ChatGPT Voice on December 11, leaving GPT-Live as the only selectable voice option. The company has started notifying users of the change, and some users react negatively to losing the older modes.
In the run-up to the transition, outlets report that existing users can keep using the two voice modes during a transition period, after which they will move to GPT-Live automatically and the options will no longer appear under ChatGPT Voice settings. OpenAI says the shift follows the launch of GPT-Live in July and points to increased usage—reporting that voice use has nearly doubled and that virtually all ChatGPT Voice users now use GPT-Live.
Outlets differ mainly in emphasis: some highlight user frustration and the fact that only Live remains; others stress OpenAI’s rationale of simplifying the voice experience and focusing improvements on GPT-Live. One outlet also adds technical/experience details about how GPT-Live works, such as overlapping listening and speaking.
