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Simon Willison's Blog·Jun 12·5 min read
OpenAI WebRTC Audio Session, now with document context
TL;DR
Previously, there was no effective way to have audio conversations using document context with OpenAI's models. A new tool was built using the OpenAI WebRTC API, allowing users to engage in audio discussions while incorporating relevant document information.
✦ Why It Matters
Engineers can now create more engaging audio applications that leverage document context for enhanced user interactions.
Key Takeaways
- Explore the new document context feature in WebRTC Audio Session.
- Utilize GPT-Realtime-2 for advanced audio reasoning tasks.
- Engage in more informed conversations by providing document context.
- Test different models to find the best fit for your needs.
Full Summary
In December 2024, the initial version of OpenAI's WebRTC Audio Session was created to explore the OpenAI WebRTC API for real-time audio interactions. Recently, OpenAI released the GPT-Realtime-2 model, touted as their first voice model with reasoning capabilities comparable to GPT-5.
Users can now select between models and input extensive document context, facilitating more informed audio conversations directly in their browser. This feature allows for a richer interaction by enabling discussions based on specific information, enhancing the overall user experience.
The integration of document context aims to make conversations more relevant and informative, particularly for complex topics. As a result, users can engage in deeper discussions without needing to switch between different applications or tools.