Santa Mode & Video in Advanced Voice—12 Days of OpenAI: Day 6

Introduction and Acknowledgment of Downtime

Addressing Service Interruption

• The speaker acknowledges a recent downtime, expressing regret for the interruption and emphasizing the importance of reliability to users.

• A detailed postmortem is promised to be shared later in the day, indicating a commitment to transparency and improvement.

Exciting New Features Announcement

Introduction of Video in Advanced Voice Mode

• The speaker introduces new features including live video and screen sharing capabilities within ChatGPT's advanced voice mode.

• Demonstration begins with an overview of the interface changes, highlighting a new video button in the chat interface.

Demonstration of Multimodal Interaction

Engaging with Colleagues via ChatGPT

• The speaker interacts with colleagues using ChatGPT, showcasing its ability to recognize and remember names during conversations.

• A quiz format is used where ChatGPT recalls details about participants, demonstrating its memory capabilities.

Capabilities of Advanced Voice Mode

Natural Conversations with Emotion

• Advanced voice mode allows for natural conversation pacing and emotional tone across over 50 languages, enhancing user experience.

• Upcoming rollout includes video and screen sharing features aimed at enriching conversations further.

Practical Use Case: Learning How to Make Coffee

Step-by-Step Guidance from ChatGPT

• A practical demonstration involves using ChatGPT to learn how to make pour-over coffee, illustrating real-time assistance through video interaction.

• Detailed instructions are provided by ChatGPT on preparing coffee, showcasing its instructional capabilities in a conversational format.

Screen Sharing Functionality Demonstration

Assisting with Message Responses

• The speaker tests screen sharing by asking for help responding to messages while showing their screen content to ChatGPT.

Talking to Santa: A New Feature in ChatGPT

Introduction to the Santa Feature

• The conversation begins with a light-hearted comment about Kevin's Santa outfit, suggesting he practice his "ho ho ho" for mall appearances.

• Users can now talk directly to Santa through ChatGPT starting today and throughout December, allowing for real-time interactions.

Engaging with Santa

• Users can ask Santa various questions about his life at the North Pole, elves' activities, or request Christmas stories.

• An example interaction reveals that one of Santa's favorite traditions is children hanging stockings by the fireplace, highlighting warmth and anticipation during the holidays.

Favorite Reindeer and Beard Care Tips

• When asked about his favorite reindeer, Santa expresses affection for all but mentions Rudolph due to his guiding light.

• A humorous exchange occurs regarding beard maintenance; Santa advises keeping it clean and well-groomed while appreciating a friend's magnificent beard.

Accessing Features and Voice Interaction

• Key features are rolling out on mobile apps for users, including voice mode access to talk with Santa across platforms.

• First-time users will have their advanced voice usage limits reset when talking to Santa, ensuring everyone can enjoy this feature regardless of previous usage.

Wrapping Up with Humor

• The session concludes with a classic elf joke from Santa: "What's every elf's favorite music? Rap music," showcasing a playful side of the character.