What is gpt-realtime?
gpt-realtime is OpenAI's new speech-to-speech model for production voice agents, delivering low latency and natural, expressive speech. The Realtime API is now GA, adding key features for developers like remote MCP support, image input, and SIP phone calling.
Problem
Users face high latency and unnatural speech in voice agents, leading to unreliable interactions and poor user experience.
Solution
A real-time speech-to-speech API enabling developers to build low-latency, natural-sounding voice agents with features like SIP calling and image input.
Customers
Developers and product teams creating customer service bots, IVR systems, or real-time voice applications.
Unique Features
Low-latency processing, SIP phone calling support, remote MCP compatibility, and image input integration.
User Comments
Reliable for production use
Easy integration with existing systems
Natural-sounding speech output
Low latency improves user experience
Supports complex use cases like SIP calls
Traction
OpenAI’s Realtime API is GA, leveraging OpenAI’s established infrastructure (e.g., 100M+ users across products).
Market Size
The global speech and voice recognition market is projected to reach $50 billion by 2029 (MarketsandMarkets, 2023).
