Here's how to use OpenAI's advanced voice mode for audio chats with ChatGPT.

• ChatGPT now has advanced voice mode available, as announced by OpenAI on Tuesday.
• ChatGPT subscriptions start at $20 per month and provide users with access to the AI assistant's capabilities.
• If you use the tool excessively in a single day, you may encounter a rate limit, despite its quick response and ability to change accents.

ChatGPT is ready for more natural audio chats.

OpenAI announced on Tuesday that its premium service now includes an advanced voice feature for its popular chatbot, enabling more fluid conversations for those who pay for the premium service.

The release will continue throughout the week, but it is not yet available in EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, Switzerland, or the U.K.

In May, OpenAI announced a new feature that received significant publicity due to a voice called Sky, which sounded like Scarlett Johansson in the 2013 film "Her." However, legal counsel representing Johansson sent OpenAI letters stating that the company did not have permission to use the nearly identical voice. As a result, OpenAI temporarily stopped using it in its products, according to CNBC.

Since its launch, ChatGPT has allowed users to customize their conversations with different voices through a free tier. The advanced version offers quicker responses and will pause if interrupted. There are currently nine voices to choose from, and users can input instructions for voice chats in the app's settings.

On Tuesday, Sam Altman, OpenAI's co-founder and CEO, wrote in an X post, "I hope you believe it was worth the wait."

It's an increasingly competitive space for OpenAI, which is backed by .

In recent weeks, has been launching its Gemini Live voice feature in English on Android devices. Reuters reported on Monday that will soon introduce celebrity voices that can be accessed through Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.

OpenAI's ChatGPT had over 200 million weekly active users in August, giving it a head start in the generative AI chatbot market.

The most affordable option for accessing the advanced mode is the Plus tier, which costs $20 per month. This feature is only available to those with subscriptions to OpenAI's Plus, Team or Enterprise plans.

Here's what to do

Assuming OpenAI has granted access to your device, it's easy to get started if you're paying.

Ensure that you have the most recent version of the app installed on your phone.

Open the ChatGPT app.

Once the new feature is turned on, you will receive a notification in the app. Click the continue button to begin.

To create a new chat, swipe right or tap the two-line icon in the top left corner and select ChatGPT. Then, to the right of the "Message" text field and the microphone icon, you should see a sound wave icon. Tap that and make sure your sound is on.

In a few moments, you will witness a blue and white animation on the screen, accompanied by a "bump" sound. Begin speaking. You may experience some audio interruptions.

OpenAI has enhanced accents in certain languages and accelerated conversation speed. However, if you're not satisfied with the output, you can request ChatGPT to modify its tone. You can instruct it to slow down or adopt a Southern accent, for instance.

You can use ChatGPT for a variety of tasks, including telling bedtime stories, preparing for job interviews, and improving language skills.

Even if you pay, you won't have unlimited access to advanced voice mode. After using it for about a half hour on Tuesday, I saw "15 minutes left" at the bottom of the screen.

No immediate response was received from OpenAI regarding the time limit request.

Altimeter Capital's Apoorv Agrawal declares OpenAI as the undisputed leader in the AI supercycle.