OpenAI has made strides in artificial intelligence development with its latest model, Generative Pre-trained Transformer 4 Omni (GPT-4o). Unlike its predecessors, this model is the first designed to offer effective interface through voice and video, revolutionizing how users interact with AI. GPT-4o can process and generate both text and images and makes use of tone of voice and facial expressions in dialogues, creating a sophisticated and fully immersive user experience.
GPT-4o was unveiled on May 13, 2024, by OpenAI’s CTO, Mira Murati. It became available to the public on the same day, although not all its features were released immediately. For instance, the model’s voice chat feature is still awaiting rollout.
To use GPT-4o, users need to sign in to ChatGPT online or through the macOS app. Users can then select GPT-4o from their model choices and begin chatting. One outstanding feature is the capacity to analyze uploaded files, including images, videos, and PDFs. Initial utilization of GPT-4o is free, although with some restrictions. For full access to all capabilities, users can subscribe to ChatGPT Plus at $20 USD monthly.
While GPT-4o marks pioneering progress in AI, it is important to understand the difference in functionality compared to GPT-4. GPT-4 is primarily text-focused, excelling in tasks that include written content creation, summarization, and language translation. In contrast, GPT-4o is multimodal, able to comprehend and respond to texts, visuals, and audio. This capacity makes GPT-4o more versatile and expands the scope of potential applications, particularly where language-vision integration is required.
The complex network of artificial neurons in GPT-4o is trained on large volumes of text, images, and audio data. It can recongize patterns, understand the relationship between diverse forms of media, and generate suitable responses. The process of data input, analysis, pattern recognition, prediction, and output takes place remarkably quickly, allowing for real-time response to different data types. This system, coupled with the model’s continuous learning, positions GPT-4o as a comprehensive tool for understanding and interpreting various forms of media.
