The TED AI Show An AI chatbot that talks back w/ ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode
Nov 12, 2024
Dominic Girard, producer of The TED AI Show, dives into the exciting world of ChatGPT's Advanced Voice Mode. They explore the shift from text to voice interactions, showcasing how AI can create more natural conversations. Bilawal conducts mock interviews to test AI's effectiveness and emotional connections. The duo discusses the chatbot's role in weighing critical life choices, like relocating from Austin to San Francisco, while considering the benefits and limitations of this groundbreaking technology.
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Name Pronunciation
- Bilawal struggles with ChatGPT mispronouncing his name, highlighting the challenge of names uncommon in North American English.
- This becomes a personal "Turing test" for him, reflecting broader issues of AI inclusivity.
AI as Friend vs. Assistant
- Bilawal questions the need for an overly friendly AI assistant, preferring a functional, problem-solving approach.
- He contrasts the desire for companionship with the need for efficient task completion.
Initial Reaction to Voice Mode
- Bilawal's immediate thought upon hearing about ChatGPT's voice mode was whether it could pronounce his name correctly.
- He notes that even humans struggle with his name, setting low expectations for the AI's performance.