Meta adds voice conversations to Muse AI agents

Meta is adding speaking capabilities to its Muse AI agents, allowing users to choose a voice and interact through spoken queries. The update also adds more expressive avatars and custom voice options.

Voice conversations and expressive avatars

Meta said voice should make Muse easier to use for planning projects and work-related preparation, including rehearsing job interviews, presentations and pitches.

“Sometimes it’s easier to think out loud. With voice, you can talk through an idea with your Muse and let it take shape without worrying about the exact prompt,” Meta said.

The company said hearing a response and answering in the moment makes those practice conversations feel more like the real thing.

According to the company, Muse avatars will use subtle expressions and gestures that match the conversation’s tone and react while users speak. Users can choose voice-only interactions, display the avatar alongside a conversation or use a full-screen view.

Custom voices will let users give their Muse character a New York accent or make it speak like a pirate.

Earlier character-based AI products

Meta previously introduced celebrity-styled AI chatbots on Messenger in 2023, allowing users to receive text replies in the style of various celebrities. The company shut that feature down less than a year later because of a lack of interest.