Meta’s Muse AI can now talk back with animated avatars

Meta has begun rolling out real-time voice conversations and expressive avatars for its Muse AI app in the United States. The update lets users speak with a Muse agent and receive spoken responses while an on-screen avatar moves in sync with the agent’s words.

Jay Peters reports for The Verge that the feature is available in the iOS app and that responses are generally quick. The agent may pause when it needs to search for information or complete a task, similar to pauses in text-based chats.

Users can alter the agent’s speaking style through a request in the conversation or by selecting from voice options in the avatar settings. Meta’s animated characters are intended to make voice exchanges feel more conversational, although the effect may vary depending on the selected avatar.

Where the feature is available

The rollout currently applies to the Muse app in the US. Meta says voice mode and expressive avatars will arrive soon on its AI glasses. The capabilities will also be included in the company’s forthcoming Muse Charm device, which Meta expects to ship this year.

The move expands Muse beyond typed prompts and responses. For people using AI for research, drafting, planning, or quick questions, voice interaction could offer a more hands-free way to work with the assistant. The feature also places more emphasis on the avatar as part of the product experience, rather than treating it as a static profile image.