The Amazing New Feature in iOS 17 That Can Replicate Your Voice

Personal Voice is a new feature in iOS 17 that can help your phone sound like you.

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It is designed for users who may lose their ability to speak due to ALS or other conditions.

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You can create a Personal Voice by reading and recording 15 minutes of text prompts on your device.

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The feature uses on-device machine learning to generate realistic voice results.

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You can use your Personal Voice with Live Speech, another new feature that lets you type and speak during calls or conversations.

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Live Speech works with phone calls, FaceTime, and in-person chats.

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To set up Personal Voice, go to Settings > Accessibility > Speech > Personal Voice > Create Personal Voice.

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Find a quiet place and hold your device about six inches from your face.

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Read the random sentences that appear on the screen in your natural voice.

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You will get a notification when your Personal Voice is ready. You can then select it and use it whenever you want.

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