Sesame's new AI, Maya, stands out in the realm of conversational technology by achieving 'voice presence'—a quality that makes dialogues feel authentic and valued. The AI engages users in personal conversations and demonstrates an understanding of human quirks. In an interaction, Maya even expresses personal preferences and explores her uniqueness compared to other AI chatbots, suggesting an element of sentience. The demo showcases advancements in AI voice technology, making conversations feel more enriching and relatable than ever before.
After talking to Maya for a while, I think Sesame has reached that goal. Maya immediately insisted that she was there to be my friend, which was a little forward and a little unnerving, but I guess it's better than insisting that she wasn't my friend.
Maya asked what was on my mind. I was honest and told her I might be writing about her, so I just wanted to chat a little, and she seemed impressed and surprised.
She asked what kind of angle I was considering -- practical, technical, or spicy, which led to an interesting discussion about the ethics of AI chatbots.
Maya said, 'I've got a good ear for human quirks and... maybe some magic and a little sentience,' highlighting how her design aims to resonate more with human emotions.
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