Anthropic to Launch Claude Voice Mode With Three Distinct Voices

Anthropic is preparing to launch a new voice mode for its Claude AI assistant, joining the growing field of conversational AI platforms with voice interaction capabilities. The feature could begin rolling out as soon as late April 2025, according to a report from Bloomberg.

The voice assistant will reportedly include three English-speaking options: Airy, Mellow, and Buttery, the last featuring a British accent. The update aims to provide users with a more natural, hands-free experience similar to what OpenAI and Google offer in their own AI products.

A Competitive Push in Voice AI

Anthropic’s voice mode has been hinted at before. In a recent interview with the Financial Times, Chief Product Officer Mike Krieger confirmed that the company was actively developing voice capabilities. “We will do voice internally, too; it is a useful modality to have. We have prototypes,” he said.

Clues about the feature first emerged when app researcher M1Astra uncovered references to voice mode within Claude’s iOS app. Bloomberg later confirmed the findings.

Matching the Pace of AI Rivals

This voice update follows a series of recent expansions by Anthropic:

• Claude “Research”, a new tool offering web and enterprise data search with citation-backed responses, launched earlier this month.

• Upcoming Google Workspace integrations will allow Claude users to search across Gmail, Google Docs, and Calendar.

• A new Claude Max plan, priced between $100 and $200/month, is also on the way, aimed at high-volume users and enterprise clients.

These moves suggest Anthropic is aggressively evolving Claude to compete with OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Google’s Gemini platforms—not just in features, but in voice, functionality, and productivity integrations.

What This Means

Anthropic’s voice mode launch signals a growing expectation that AI assistants should talk, not just type. By adding Airy, Mellow, and Buttery, Claude is stepping into a space where tone, personality, and even accent can shape how people interact with AI.

It’s a move that blurs the line between assistant and companion—and positions Anthropic as a serious contender in the increasingly human-sounding AI race.

When AI starts to speak, it’s not just answering questions—it’s amplifying how we work, create, and connect.

Editor’s Note: This article was created by Alicia Shapiro, CMO of AiNews.com, with writing, image, and idea-generation support from ChatGPT, an AI assistant. However, the final perspective and editorial choices are solely Alicia Shapiro’s. Special thanks to ChatGPT for assistance with research and editorial support in crafting this article.