The artificial intelligence (AI) community is abuzz with excitement as OpenAI prepares to unveil a series of innovative updates and products this week. Speculation and predictions have been swirling among enthusiasts, eager to catch a glimpse of what's in store.

Led by Sam Altman, OpenAI is set to release the latest iteration of ChatGPT, the text generative AI that has sparked a competitive race among tech giants like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg in the realm of artificial super intelligence.

Potential Highlights: Phone Calls, Voice Assistants, and Pricing Shifts

According to AI, cybersecurity, and technology expert Alvaro Cintas, some of the most anticipated updates include the integration of phone call capabilities within ChatGPT, allowing users to engage in seamless real-time conversations. Additionally, there are speculations about the introduction of a Voice Assistant by OpenAI, aiming to rival industry leaders like Apple and Google.

Another highly anticipated update revolves around potential pricing adjustments for the GPT-4 API. While some predict a drastic reduction in prices, others speculate the introduction of a free tier for ChatGPT users with access to GPT-4, albeit with quota limits.

Enhanced Models and Object Recognition

While GPT-5 may not be on the immediate horizon, experts anticipate the announcement of a significantly enhanced model surpassing GPT-4. Furthermore, OpenAI has been teasing its customers with glimpses of a new multimodal AI model capable of both conversing and recognizing objects, hinting at further advancements in AI capabilities.

Preparations and Regulatory Compliance

In preparation for the unveiling event on May 13, OpenAI has been enhancing the ChatGPT iOS app, including conversational mode preparations, the absence of a model selector, a lite mode for the conversational UI, and the addition of a mute button.

As the anticipation builds, experts expect OpenAI to comply with regulatory guidelines to avoid potential legal challenges. The unveiling of these updates will confirm the prevailing speculations and provide a glimpse into the future of artificial intelligence.