OpenAI Launches New AI Model (GPT-4o) and Desktop Version of ChatGPT; More Features Now Available For Free to All Users

From CNBC:

OpenAI on Monday launched a new AI model and desktop version of ChatGPT, along with a new user interface.

The update brings GPT-4 to everyone, [emphasis ours] including OpenAI’s free users, CTO Mira Murati said in a livestreamed event. She added that the new model, GPT-4o, is “much faster,” with improved capabilities in text, video and audio.

“This is the first time that we are really making a huge step forward when it comes to the ease of use,” Murati said.

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OpenAI team members also demonstrated the new model’s audio capabilities, asking for help calming down ahead of a public speech. OpenAI researcher Mark Chen said the model has the capability to “perceive your emotion,” adding that the model can also handle users interrupting it.

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During the livestream, OpenAI demonstrated GPT-4o’s real-time audio conversation capabilities, showcasing its ability to engage in natural, responsive dialogue without the typical 2–3 second lag experienced with previous models. The AI assistant seemed to easily pick up on emotions, adapted its tone and style to match the user’s requests, and even incorporated sound effects, laughing, and singing into its responses.

The presenters also highlighted GPT-4o’s enhanced visual comprehension. By uploading screenshots, documents containing text and images, or charts, users can hold conversations about the visual content and receive data analysis from GPT-4o. In the demo, the model demonstrated its ability to analyze selfies, detect emotions, and engage in lighthearted banter about the images.

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Features available to free ChatGPT users going forward will include the following, OpenAI says:

• Experience GPT-4 level intelligence
• Get responses(opens in a new window) from both the model and the web
• Analyze data(opens in a new window) and create charts
• Chat about photos you take
• Upload files (opens in a new window) for assistance summarizing, writing or analyzing
• Discover and use GPTs and the GPT Store
• Build a more helpful experience with Memory

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See Also: Official OpenAI Blog Post with Specifics About Today’s Announcements

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