6 stories tagged Voice Assistant
Amazon's Alexa Plus is getting an AI update that allows it to connect with more smart home devices from brands like Bosch, Whirlpool, and iRobot. The update, currently in preview, enables complex multi-step voice commands across different manufacturers.
Researchers describe AnovaX, a local-first voice assistant that runs entirely on the user's computer, using an LLM planner (Gemini) to generate JSON plans of tool calls, a multi-agent orchestrator, and adaptive recovery — all without sending audio to the cloud.
A developer created an AI voice assistant to help older adults play chess. It supports English, Spanish, and French, making the game more accessible.
Google just launched a $99.99 smart speaker with its Gemini AI, replacing rigid voice commands with more conversational interactions. This could make controlling your home feel as natural as talking to a friend.
Google is launching Gmail Live, an AI-powered voice assistant for your inbox. This feature lets you search, compose, and manage emails using just your voice. It's designed to make email interactions faster and more intuitive.
Apple is revamping Siri with a focus on privacy, including auto-deleting chat history. This move could make Siri more appealing to users concerned about data security.