Core update
Voice Messages in Omni AI Companion
Some thoughts arrive as a paragraph; others arrive as a breath, a walk, or a story told aloud. Voice Messages lets you speak inside chat when holding onto the exact wording matters less than getting the whole thought out naturally.
What changed
Speaking joins the conversation
A voice message gives your companion the shape and sequence of a spoken thought. You can talk through a memory, explain a complicated situation, or capture an idea before it disappears, then continue in the same chat.
Less friction at the beginning
The microphone makes starting easier when typing feels slow, awkward, or physically inconvenient. It is especially useful for context-rich notes where pauses and ordinary language carry more meaning than a polished prompt.
Why this feature matters
On a walk home, Priya can describe the three things she wants to remember from a meeting rather than trying to type them while moving. Later, the conversation gives her a calmer place to turn that spoken note into a concise follow-up.
After a long day, Sam can talk through why a plan feels wrong, including the details he might omit in a short message. The act of saying it aloud helps him notice which part actually needs attention.
Feature examples and use cases
- Choose the microphone: Use the voice-message control inside chat when you are ready to speak rather than type.
- Say the whole thought: Include the question or desired outcome near the end if your message is a story or stream of context.
- Continue naturally: Read the response, correct anything that was misunderstood, and switch back to typing whenever precision matters.
How to use it
- Open chat: Go to Chat and choose an existing conversation or begin a new one.
- Record your message: Select the microphone and speak at a comfortable pace. Include names or details that will help the conversation make sense.
- Review and send: Use the on-screen controls to finish the recording, then send it and continue the exchange.
Tips for a better first try
- Pause between topics so a long message remains easy to follow.
- Say what kind of response you want—summary, questions, options, or simply a listening reply.
- Use typed text for exact names, figures, addresses, or wording that must be copied precisely.
Limitations and things to know
- Voice capture can be affected by background noise, distance from the microphone, or unclear speech.
- Do not assume a spoken message has preserved every nuance; review important details in the conversation before relying on them.
Availability
Voice Messages is available from the chat experience when the control is shown for your account and device. Current access, permissions, and platform support are displayed in Omni; no particular plan or region is assumed here.
Frequently asked questions
When is voice better than typing?
Use it when the thought is easier to tell than compose, when you want to preserve context, or when typing is inconvenient. Switch to text for exact wording.
Can I ask for a summary of what I said?
Yes. Ask for a concise summary, a list of action items, or a follow-up question after sending the message.
Why might a voice message be misunderstood?
Noise, pace, pronunciation, and missing context can all affect understanding. Correct the specific detail and continue rather than assuming the first interpretation is final.
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