Forget everything you thought you knew about AI. GPT-4o (that’s GPT-4 Omni) is here, and it’s about to change everything. We’re talking next-level AI that understands images, speaks your language (literally!), and generates content that’s more human-like than ever before. Ready to unlock the future of AI? Let’s dive into what makes GPT-4o a total game-changer.
What is GPT-4o?
GPT-4o, also called GPT-4 Omni, is a groundbreaking new AI-model by OpenAI. The “o” stands for “omni,” reflecting its multimodal abilities, which include processing and generating text, audio, and visual data.
GPT-4o is uniquely designed to handle multiple data types:
- Text: Like earlier models, it generates and understands text accurately.
- Audio: It enables natural voice interactions, recognizing and responding to audio inputs.
- Visual Data: It analyzes and generates images and videos, revolutionizing applications in media and virtual reality.
OpenAI announced the new GPT-4o model and its capabilities at their event on May 13, 2024.
How is GPT-4o different from GPT-4 Turbo?
The new GPT-4 Omni model is a few substantial ways different from it predecessor GPT-4 Turbo.
Unified Training Across Modalities
GPT-4o is trained on text, audio, and visual data, providing a processing experience that is done by the same neural network across all modalities. This unified training allows for more smoothness, better integration, and better understanding across different types of data compared to earlier models.
Both the GPT-4o and GPT-4 Turbo models are considered to have high intelligence, but GPT-4o has the edge in multilingual, audio, and vision capabilities. It uses a new tokenizer that improves non-English text processing and has advanced capabilities in various languages.
Enhanced Speed and Efficiency
The GPT-4o model offers improved response times due to advancements in its architecture. The model has 50% faster performance compared to the GPT-4 Turbo model, making it able to handle operations faster and more efficient for effective AI applications.
Enhanced Image and Real-Time Video Capabilities
GPT-4o introduces enhanced real-time video capabilities, allowing it to read charts and handwritten code without OCR. Additionally, GPT-4o can understand video inputs by converting them to frames, although it does not yet support video audio inputs. This is very beneficial for data-heavy industries that need quick and reliable interpretations.
Advanced Voice Mode
The new model is able to have context-aware voice interactions, providing nuanced, emotion-driven responses. This improvement makes AI conversations even smoother and more lifelike. For example in Healthcare, think about how important this can be for quick diagnostics or instant customer support.
The smoother and more lifelike experience is enhanced by the greatly reduced latency. During a Voice Mode the ChatGPT responds in as little as 232 milliseconds. This near-instantaneous feedback is perfect for having conversations that feel real.
Reduced Costs
Cost is crucial for any business. GPT-4o is more cost-effective than GPT-4 Turbo. It costs only $5 per million input tokens and $15 per million output tokens, which is half the price compared to GPT-4 Turbo, at $10 and $30 respectively for the same tokens.
How to Access GPT-4o
ChatGPT Free Tier
GPT-4o is available to free users of ChatGPT. However, there are some limitations. Free users get more restricted rate limits and access during peak times.
As a free user you may also experience limited access to advanced features such as data analysis, file uploads, web browsing, and DALL-E image generation, which are always available to paid users with at least a ChatGPT Plus subscription.
ChatGPT Plus
To get the full GPT-4o experience, consider subscribing to ChatGPT Plus. At $20 per month, Plus members enjoy several benefits, including higher message limits and faster response times.
With ChatGPT Plus, you can (at the time of writing) send up to 80 messages every three hours and enjoy priority access to new features and improvements. Plus users also maintain uninterrupted access, even during peak times. Advanced features such as DALL-E 3 image generation and multimodal prompts are available to you.
API Access
Developers can integrate GPT-4o into their applications via OpenAI’s API. To use it, you need an API key and select the specific model in your API calls. This allows you to leverage text, vision, and audio inputs and outputs. It’s perfect for various applications, from natural language processing to image analysis. Bear in mind that access is subject to rate limits, which vary based on your subscription tier and usage history. Higher tiers of the OpenAI API offer more generous limits.
Model Safety and Limitations
GPT-4o is pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with AI, but it’s important to remember that even the smartest models have limitations. OpenAI has taken a safety-first approach with GPT-4o, implementing safeguards throughout its development. This includes carefully filtering the data it learns from and fine-tuning its behavior after training. They’ve even created special safety systems specifically for the voice features! To make sure GPT-4o is used responsibly, OpenAI put it through rigorous testing, looking at things like cybersecurity, the potential for misuse, and even how it might be used to spread misinformation.
One of the biggest challenges with a model as advanced as GPT-4o is making sure the new audio features are used safely and ethically. That’s why OpenAI is taking a careful, phased approach to rolling them out.
The Coolest Things GPT-4o Can Do
GPT-4o brings some amazing advancements to ChatGPT. Its diverse added capabilities expand the possibilities of what you can do!
Real-Time Vision
With GPT-4o’s real-time vision capability a whole new world opens up for you! Here are a few use cases:
- Describing Live Sports: Imagine watching a sports game where GPT-4o narrates the action. By analyzing live video feeds, it identifies players and describes moves. This enhances the viewing experience, especially for visually impaired fans.
- Feedback on Drawings: Artists can upload their work for instant feedback. GPT-4o analyzes drawings, suggesting improvements, and providing detailed tutorials. It’s like having a personal art tutor available at all times.
- Assisting the Visually Impaired: GPT-4o helps visually impaired people navigate their environment. It identifies obstacles, reads signs, and provides real-time directions. This makes daily activities safer and more accessible.
Human-like Conversations
GPT-4o excels in engaging and human-like conversations, making interactions enjoyable and meaningful.
- Understanding Sarcasm: AI with a sense of humor? Yes, GPT-4o can understand sarcasm and can respond in a funny, human-like way. This makes it a more relatable and fun conversation partner.
- Nuanced Responses: GPT-4o answers questions with depth and context. It provides detailed, informative answers, making it a valuable tool for learning and problem-solving.
- Contextual Memory: GPT-4o remembers conversation context over long interactions. This ensures coherent, engaging dialogues, just like talking to a human.
Smooth Global Communication
GPT-4o bridges language gaps effortlessly, enabling smooth global communication.
- Real-Time Translation: Language barriers are no longer an issue. GPT-4o translates conversations in real-time, facilitating seamless communication between different speakers.
- Content Creation in Multiple Languages: It generates high-quality content in various languages, catering to a diverse audience. This makes it an invaluable tool for global businesses.
- Language Learning Support: Learning a new language? GPT-4o offers practice exercises, corrects mistakes, and explains grammar. It’s like having a personal language tutor.
GPT-4o is truly the current game-changer in the world of AI, changing how we are able to interact with AI in our daily lives. From enhancing creativity to breaking language barriers and improving accessibility, its potential is limitless.
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Frequently Asked Questions about GPT-4 Omni
In this section we’ll answer some of the most common questions about GPT-4o, also called GPT-4 Omni.
What does the “o” in GPT-4o stand for?
The “o” stands for “Omni,” signifying GPT-4o’s multimodal capabilities and its ability to handle a wide range of inputs and outputs, including text, audio, and images.
Is GPT-4o available for free?
Yes, GPT-4o is available to all ChatGPT users, including those on the free tier, but with usage limits. Free tier users will have access to GPT-4o with a limited on the number of messages they can send and may be restricted from using GPT-4o on peak times.
How can developers access GPT-4o?
As a developers you can access GPT-4o through OpenAI’s API. The API supports various new features, including real-time vision capabilities and improved translation abilities. To get started, developers need to sign up for an OpenAI account, obtain an API key, and follow the API documentation to integrate GPT-4o into their projects.
How can I use the ChatGPT MacOS app?
Access to the newly introduced ChatGPT MacOS app is at the time of writing this blog limited to a small group of users. Access to the MacOS app will be rolled out gradually.
How do I use the Advanced Voice Mode?
At the time of writing this blog, the advanced voice mode hasn’t been rolled out publicly. This feature is still in-development and will be launched at a later date.
