ChatGPT Voice now lets users pick GPT-5.6 Sol or GPT-6 Astra for in-call reasoning
LiNuohai123 · x · 2026-09-10
An OpenAI staffer announced ChatGPT Voice can now use GPT-5.6 Sol and GPT-6 Astra (Pro only): users select any model and effort level, and voice invokes it when it needs to search or reason. Users noted voice cuts off when switching apps; the fix is Settings > Voice > Background Conversations.
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