OpenAI has officially launched GPT-5, ushering in a suite of enhancements for ChatGPT that aim to refine user experience and performance. This latest iteration focuses on interface customization and improved functionality, as detailed in their announcement from August 7, 2025.
The launch eliminates the traditional model picker, integrating prior versions into the new GPT-5 framework, which operates by default. Users of ChatGPT Plus, Pro, and Team will retain the ability to select between GPT-5 and GPT-5 Thinking models, with specific tiers gaining access to advanced functionalities like GPT-Thinking Pro.
Among the standout features is the introduction of “personalities” for responses, allowing users to choose from four distinct communication styles: “Cynic,” “Robot,” “Listener,” and “Nerd.” Each personality alters the tone and delivery of the chatbot’s responses, offering a more tailored interaction experience while still allowing users to revert to the original style.
Additionally, enhancements to “vibe coding” have been implemented, enabling better generation of code from natural language prompts. Users can now engage with a preview window of applications or websites created by the AI, facilitating a real-time interactive experience.
Customization extends to ChatGPT’s interface, with options to adjust the accent color of conversation bubbles and other visual elements, enhancing user engagement. For those utilizing the chatbot’s advanced voice mode, updates aim to make interactions more natural while improving responsiveness and allowing for personal tweaking of speaking styles. OpenAI’s move to phase out standard voice mode in favor of a more sophisticated variant marks a significant shift towards a more immersive communicative experience.
Lastly, linking Gmail and Google Calendar accounts will simplify weekly planning by allowing ChatGPT to directly access scheduling information and emails. This functionality is expected to be available to Pro users soon, with additional tiers to follow.
For those eager to explore these new features, the updates promise a more dynamic and user-centered interaction with ChatGPT, positioning it as a more versatile tool for both casual users and professionals, reports 24brussels.
