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When You Call a Restaurant, You Might Be Chatting With an AI Host

AI voice assistants are transforming the restaurant industry, enhancing customer service and streamlining operations.

As AI voices become more human, will stereotypes follow?

Google's Gemini AI aims to avoid gender biases by using celestial names instead of traditional gendered voices.

How to build your own custom AI voice agent - for free

Supernormal's Voice Agents allow easy customization of AI assistants for business workflows, enhancing collaboration and efficiency with diverse personality options.

Amazon CEO hints new AI Alexa will complete your tasks

Amazon's upcoming Alexa will focus on taking actions, not just answering questions, to compete with rivals like ChatGPT.

Ai Pin maker Humane demos AI software for cars, phones, and smart speakers | TechCrunch

Humane's Ai Pin has struggled with sales, prompting price cuts and uncertainty about the company's future despite strong funding.
CosmOS represents a new operating system aimed at integrating AI into various tech devices for a more streamlined user experience.

When You Call a Restaurant, You Might Be Chatting With an AI Host

AI voice assistants are transforming the restaurant industry, enhancing customer service and streamlining operations.

As AI voices become more human, will stereotypes follow?

Google's Gemini AI aims to avoid gender biases by using celestial names instead of traditional gendered voices.

How to build your own custom AI voice agent - for free

Supernormal's Voice Agents allow easy customization of AI assistants for business workflows, enhancing collaboration and efficiency with diverse personality options.

Amazon CEO hints new AI Alexa will complete your tasks

Amazon's upcoming Alexa will focus on taking actions, not just answering questions, to compete with rivals like ChatGPT.

Ai Pin maker Humane demos AI software for cars, phones, and smart speakers | TechCrunch

Humane's Ai Pin has struggled with sales, prompting price cuts and uncertainty about the company's future despite strong funding.
CosmOS represents a new operating system aimed at integrating AI into various tech devices for a more streamlined user experience.
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#ai-technology

What is ChatGPT? Here's everything you need to know about OpenAI's chatbot

OpenAI is enhancing ChatGPT with a voice feature that allows for more interactive and emotional conversations.

I tested the new Copilot Voice, Microsoft's AI voice assistant. You can, too - for free

Microsoft's Copilot Voice enhances AI conversations with emotional understanding and free access, making multimodal AI assistants more accessible and interactive.

I tried Google's suggested uses of Gemini Live - and one immediately stood out

AI-powered voice assistants like Gemini Live streamline tasks like to-do lists, enhancing user experience through natural conversation.

Google shows off Gemini's conversational skills ahead of I/O

AI technology rapidly advancing with multi-modal capabilities like Gemini AI, signaling a shift towards more intelligent voice assistants.

Bloomberg

AI devices are reinforcing gender biases
This has implications for AI technology in areas such as healthcare and criminal justice

What is ChatGPT? Here's everything you need to know about OpenAI's chatbot

OpenAI is enhancing ChatGPT with a voice feature that allows for more interactive and emotional conversations.

I tested the new Copilot Voice, Microsoft's AI voice assistant. You can, too - for free

Microsoft's Copilot Voice enhances AI conversations with emotional understanding and free access, making multimodal AI assistants more accessible and interactive.

I tried Google's suggested uses of Gemini Live - and one immediately stood out

AI-powered voice assistants like Gemini Live streamline tasks like to-do lists, enhancing user experience through natural conversation.

Google shows off Gemini's conversational skills ahead of I/O

AI technology rapidly advancing with multi-modal capabilities like Gemini AI, signaling a shift towards more intelligent voice assistants.

Bloomberg

AI devices are reinforcing gender biases
This has implications for AI technology in areas such as healthcare and criminal justice
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#apple

Apple is reportedly building a more conversational Siri powered by LLMs | TechCrunch

Apple is revamping Siri into a more conversational assistant using advanced AI, set to launch in spring 2026.

Siri might ignore commands spoken in Apple commercials soon

Apple is developing a feature that disables Siri activation when it detects the voice command in ads using audio recognition technology.

Apple is reportedly building a more conversational Siri powered by LLMs | TechCrunch

Apple is revamping Siri into a more conversational assistant using advanced AI, set to launch in spring 2026.

Siri might ignore commands spoken in Apple commercials soon

Apple is developing a feature that disables Siri activation when it detects the voice command in ads using audio recognition technology.
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#generative-ai

You can access Google's Gemini Live for free right now. Here's how (and why you'll want to)

Google's Gemini Live enhances mobile voice assistants with natural, human-like conversational capabilities.

How to try Google's new Gemini Live AI assistant for free

Google's Gemini Live offers a more human-like interaction with voice assistants, improving the quality and flow of conversations.

OpenAI Just Killed Siri

ChatGPT's GPT-4o showcased advanced capabilities, potentially surpassing traditional smartphone voice assistants like Siri, promising a future of human-computer interaction.

Gemini Live is available to all iOS and Android users now - for free. How to try it

Gemini Live enhances voice assistants by enabling human-like, multi-turn conversations and is now freely accessible to all iOS and Android users.

Gemini Live is finally available. Here's how you can access it (and why you'll want to)

Generative AI's application in enhancing voice assistants, like Google's Gemini, allows for interruptions, app awareness, and screen content queries.

Bixby will get a generative AI infusion this year, Samsung confirms

Samsung is enhancing Bixby with generative AI technology internally, separate from collaborations with Google or OpenAI.

You can access Google's Gemini Live for free right now. Here's how (and why you'll want to)

Google's Gemini Live enhances mobile voice assistants with natural, human-like conversational capabilities.

How to try Google's new Gemini Live AI assistant for free

Google's Gemini Live offers a more human-like interaction with voice assistants, improving the quality and flow of conversations.

OpenAI Just Killed Siri

ChatGPT's GPT-4o showcased advanced capabilities, potentially surpassing traditional smartphone voice assistants like Siri, promising a future of human-computer interaction.

Gemini Live is available to all iOS and Android users now - for free. How to try it

Gemini Live enhances voice assistants by enabling human-like, multi-turn conversations and is now freely accessible to all iOS and Android users.

Gemini Live is finally available. Here's how you can access it (and why you'll want to)

Generative AI's application in enhancing voice assistants, like Google's Gemini, allows for interruptions, app awareness, and screen content queries.

Bixby will get a generative AI infusion this year, Samsung confirms

Samsung is enhancing Bixby with generative AI technology internally, separate from collaborations with Google or OpenAI.
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#smart-speakers

Alexa at 10: Amazon's assistant is a winner and a failure

Alexa's launch ten years ago initiated the smart speaker era, yet it has not fully met Amazon's ambitious goals.
A significant upgrade for Alexa could transform its functionality and re-establish its relevance in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

The best smart speakers for 2023 | Engadget

Smart speakers have significantly improved in sound quality and functionality, making them increasingly valuable, particularly for music enthusiasts.

Alexa at 10: Amazon's assistant is a winner and a failure

Alexa's launch ten years ago initiated the smart speaker era, yet it has not fully met Amazon's ambitious goals.
A significant upgrade for Alexa could transform its functionality and re-establish its relevance in a rapidly evolving tech landscape.

The best smart speakers for 2023 | Engadget

Smart speakers have significantly improved in sound quality and functionality, making them increasingly valuable, particularly for music enthusiasts.
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#amazon-alexa

Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year

Amazon's new Alexa is delayed due to performance issues and has been pushed back to late 2025.

Amazon's new Alexa has reportedly slipped to 2025

Amazon's revamped Alexa voice assistant launch has been delayed to 2025 due to ongoing development issues and performance hiccups.

Amazon reportedly bumped back its AI-powered Alexa to next year

Amazon's new Alexa is delayed due to performance issues and has been pushed back to late 2025.

Amazon's new Alexa has reportedly slipped to 2025

Amazon's revamped Alexa voice assistant launch has been delayed to 2025 due to ongoing development issues and performance hiccups.
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OpenAI unveils easy voice assistant creation at 2024 developer event

OpenAI's DevDay introduces significant API updates to enhance AI integration in applications and reduce costs for developers.
#smartphones

Welcome to the Era of the A.I. Smartphone

Apple and Google are focusing on reinventing smartphones with artificial intelligence, introducing new features like enhanced voice assistants and automated text responses.

For Travelers, the Best AI Devices Are the Ones Already in Your Pocket

The likeliest future of travel involves AI on smartphones.

Welcome to the Era of the A.I. Smartphone

Apple and Google are focusing on reinventing smartphones with artificial intelligence, introducing new features like enhanced voice assistants and automated text responses.

For Travelers, the Best AI Devices Are the Ones Already in Your Pocket

The likeliest future of travel involves AI on smartphones.
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#ai-models

The Race to Move Beyond Phone Apps Was In Full Swing at CES 2024

Voice assistants fueled by ChatGPT and mixed reality headsets are changing how we interact with apps.
CES 2024 showcased new implementations of AI models in hardware that could eliminate the need for traditional apps.

8 Years Ago, Google Beat Alexa. Then It Just Let the Assistant Waste Away

Google Assistant was once positioned as a key player in Google's future, but has now taken a backseat to AI models like Gemini.

The Race to Move Beyond Phone Apps Was In Full Swing at CES 2024

Voice assistants fueled by ChatGPT and mixed reality headsets are changing how we interact with apps.
CES 2024 showcased new implementations of AI models in hardware that could eliminate the need for traditional apps.

8 Years Ago, Google Beat Alexa. Then It Just Let the Assistant Waste Away

Google Assistant was once positioned as a key player in Google's future, but has now taken a backseat to AI models like Gemini.
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Rollercoaster for UK AI scene as PolyAI bags $50M while Stability AI mulls sale

PolyAI secures $500mn valuation for call center voice assistant tech.
#chatbots

The Blurred Reality of AI's 'Human-Washing'

Voice bots are becoming more human-like, raising questions about trust and ethics.

AI answer war heats up with search market suddenly up for grabs

Tech leaders shifting focus to chatbots for quick answers, with advancements like ChatGPT leading the way.

Chatbots promise a future that will never arrive

Chatbots have come a long way since the early days of typing into a window, with billions of devices now capable of conversing with users.
Creating chatbots, like Siri and Alexa, has been a costly endeavor for companies, involving significant investment in terms of money and manpower.

The Blurred Reality of AI's 'Human-Washing'

Voice bots are becoming more human-like, raising questions about trust and ethics.

AI answer war heats up with search market suddenly up for grabs

Tech leaders shifting focus to chatbots for quick answers, with advancements like ChatGPT leading the way.

Chatbots promise a future that will never arrive

Chatbots have come a long way since the early days of typing into a window, with billions of devices now capable of conversing with users.
Creating chatbots, like Siri and Alexa, has been a costly endeavor for companies, involving significant investment in terms of money and manpower.
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#smart-displays

The 2023 Echo Show 8 is on sale for $100 right now

The 2023 Amazon Echo Show 8 offers improved design, spatial audio, faster response times, adaptive content, and enhanced privacy features.

The best smart displays you can buy | Engadget

Smart displays offer more functionality than smart speakers with visual aids like weather forecasts and video capabilities, catering especially to kitchen tasks.

The 2023 Echo Show 8 is on sale for $100 right now

The 2023 Amazon Echo Show 8 offers improved design, spatial audio, faster response times, adaptive content, and enhanced privacy features.

The best smart displays you can buy | Engadget

Smart displays offer more functionality than smart speakers with visual aids like weather forecasts and video capabilities, catering especially to kitchen tasks.
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How Can Teachers Use Voice Assistants At School?

Voice assistants at school offer personalized learning experiences for students.
Voice assistants help improve time management for both teachers and students.
#accessibility

How Does Your Email Sound on a Screen Reader? - Litmus

Screen readers are essential for email accessibility, especially for the visually impaired.
Optimizing emails for screen readers is crucial to ensure content is clear and actionable.

Understanding Voice Integration in Mobile Apps: A Simple Guide

Voice integration is popular and growing rapidly, enhancing convenience and accessibility in technology.

How Does Your Email Sound on a Screen Reader? - Litmus

Screen readers are essential for email accessibility, especially for the visually impaired.
Optimizing emails for screen readers is crucial to ensure content is clear and actionable.

Understanding Voice Integration in Mobile Apps: A Simple Guide

Voice integration is popular and growing rapidly, enhancing convenience and accessibility in technology.
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A postcard from Las Vegas and CES | TechCrunch

Voice assistants still have a long way to go in terms of improvement and competition
CES 2024 showcased AI enhancements in home robots and integration of AI chatbot into cars

This ring lets you whisper to your phone, because sometimes we need to use our inside voices

VTouch has developed a ring with a proximity sensor and microphone that allows users to discreetly communicate with voice assistants.
The WHSP Ring can be used to access AI assistants, interact with smart homes, and even trigger emergency alerts.

BMW turns inward for CES, announcing new gaming, streaming, AR, and AI features

BMW is focusing on the interior of its vehicles and the types of technology and media content customers will want to interact with.
BMW is bringing more streaming video content and gaming options to its vehicles, including augmented and mixed reality and in-car voice assistants.
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