Overview
- Voice conversations now run inside the main thread with real-time transcripts and visuals such as images and maps.
- Users start a voice session from the waveform or microphone icon and must tap an explicit end control to stop it.
- The integrated layout lets people review earlier messages while speaking, improving continuity and accessibility.
- The rollout is live across web and mobile for all users after updating the ChatGPT app.
- A Separate mode option in Settings under Voice Mode restores the legacy full-screen, audio-only interface, and the change follows other recent ChatGPT updates like group chats, GPT-5.1 and a shopping research tool.