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Last month, OpenAIdemoed the voice-based experience, which allows you to communicate with ChatGPT using natural language.

For example, were improving the models ability to detect and refuse certain content.

OpenAI and ChatGPT

OpenAI says it needs an additional month to polish ChatGPT’s Voice Mode.

We are planning for all Plus users to have access in the fall.

Exact timelines depend on meeting our high safety and reliability bar.

Our mission is to bring these new experiences to you thoughtfully."

Live demo of GPT4-o voice variation - YouTube

The actressaccused OpenAIof making the “Sky” voice for ChatGPT sound like Johansson.

Specifically, the voice was compared to Johansson’s character in the Netflix movie “Her.”

OpenAI pulled its voice technology shortly after Johansson issued a statement.

Open AI CEO Sam Altman speaks during a talk session with SoftBank Group CEO Masayoshi Son at an event titled "Transforming Business through AI" in Tokyo, Japan, on February 03, 2025.

We cast the voice actor behind Skys voice before any outreach to Ms. Johansson.

Out of respect for Ms. Johansson, we have paused using Skys voice in our products.

We are sorry to Ms. Johansson that we didnt communicate better."

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