Anthropic is getting chatty with its Claude chatbot apps by introducing a new “voice mode” for users. This beta feature allows you to have full-on conversations with Claude using just your voice, making it super convenient for when your hands are tied up. Plus, you can choose from different voice options and easily switch between text and voice interactions on the fly.
AI companies like OpenAI and Google are also jumping on the voice chat bandwagon, offering similar experiences with their chatbots. With Anthropic’s voice mode, you can talk about documents, images, and more, with the added bonus of a transcript and summary after each chat. Just keep in mind that voice conversations count towards your regular usage limits, and some features may only be available to paid subscribers.
In a recent interview, Anthropic CPO Mike Krieger hinted at potential future voice features for Claude, with talks ongoing with Amazon and voice-focused AI startup ElevenLabs. The details of these partnerships are still up in the air, but it’s clear that the world of voice technology is an exciting frontier for chatbots like Claude.
