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ChatGPT’s voice mode has become easier to use. OpenAI announced it has changed the layout so users can access ChatGPT Voice inside any chat. You no longer need to switch into a separate space to speak. This update allows you talk and watch the replies appear on the screen at the same time. You also see shared images while the conversation continues.
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Before this update, speaking with the system using the former ChatGPT’s voice mode would take you to a different screen. That screen showed an animated blue circle that served as the voice interface. It offered a mute button, a live video option, and a return button. Many users found the setup limiting because spoken replies were not displayed on the screen. Missing a line meant leaving voice mode before you could read it.
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Now you can speak, watch the text appear, and follow earlier messages on the new ChatGPT’s voice mode. You can also view visuals, such as maps or shared photos, while the chat continues. This makes the flow of conversation feel more natural. Switching between speech and text now feels smoother and less disruptive. You still need to tap “end” when you want to stop talking and return to full text input.
How the New ChatGPT’s Voice Mode Layout Works
The updated version of ChatGPT’s voice mode is now the default setup. It is rolling out to users on both web and mobile. The change brings everything into one place, so conversations feel steady. You do not lose context or break your pace.
People who still prefer the old ChatGPT’s voice mode setup can return to it. OpenAI says the original design is still available. You can find it under “Voice Mode” in “Settings.” There you will see a “Separate mode” option. Turning it on brings back the earlier experience.
This interface shift aims to reduce friction for daily users. The ability to speak, read, and view images in one space creates a unified feel. It also helps people who rely on voice but still want written transcripts during chats. The ChatGPT’s voice mode’s update strengthens the link between spoken and written interaction.
