How to map ChatGPT voice mode to iPhone action button in 3 steps

OpenAI’s ChatGPT Advanced Voice Mode can now be mapped to newer iPhone models’ Action Button, providing easier access to voice-based AI interactions.

Setup process: Mapping ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode to the Action Button involves several steps in the iPhone’s settings.

• Navigate to Settings > Action Button
• Scroll to the “Shortcut” option
• Select ChatGPT from the third-party app list
• Choose “Start voice conversation” with the headphones icon
• Long-press the Action Button to activate the feature

Usage and accessibility options: The feature offers multiple activation methods to suit user preferences.

• The Action Button provides tactile activation without looking at the screen
• Users can alternatively add a Lock Screen widget for tap-access
• Free ChatGPT users have limited monthly voice interactions
• Paid subscribers (starting at $20/month) receive higher or unlimited usage caps

Device compatibility and requirements: The Action Button feature is available on specific iPhone models running iOS 18 or later.

• Compatible devices include iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max, 16, 16 Plus, 16 Pro, and 16 Pro Max
• The Action Button is physically located on the left edge of the device, above the volume controls
• Users need to download the official ChatGPT iOS app from the App Store

Background and context: Voice assistant technology has evolved significantly since Apple’s Siri in 2011 and Amazon’s Alexa in 2014, with ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode offering more natural and capable interactions.

• ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode launched in September 2024, featuring web searching capabilities, image analysis, and natural conversation flow
• The feature allows for mid-conversation interruptions and topic shifts, mimicking human conversation patterns
• OpenAI president Greg Brockman highlighted the iPhone Action Button integration, expanding accessibility options for users

Looking ahead: While voice assistant technology has historically faced adoption challenges, ChatGPT’s Advanced Voice Mode represents a significant step forward in natural language interaction, with the iPhone integration potentially driving increased regular usage among tech enthusiasts and casual users alike.