All items tagged with voice control (190)
Libre Wireless Technologies Launches “MAVID”, Miniaturized Low Power Integrated Wireless Voice/Audio/IoT Device
November 3, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Libre Wireless Technologies Launches “MAVID”, Miniaturized Low Power Integrated Wireless Voice/Audio/IoT Device

At a one day industry summit focused on the Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS), Libre Wireless Technologies, announced “MAVID,” an entirely new embedded voice enabled multiprotocol wireless connectivity and IoT platform. This ultra low power and incredibly small new device incorporates a complete hardware and software solution for embedded voice, IoT, audio and wireless connectivity. The new Libre platform will enable OEMs and ODMs to build unique voice-enabled products.
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Dusun Electron Announces New Bluetooth Audio Module for Smart Speakers and Voice-Based Assistants
September 21, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Dusun Electron Announces New Bluetooth Audio Module for Smart Speakers and Voice-Based Assistants

Dusun Electron announced a new Bluetooth audio module based on Qualcomm aptX Low Latency audio technology, designed for wireless speakers and voice assistant product development. According to Dusun, with the new DSI-0095 module, audio data can be preserved with less than 40ms transmission latency, ideal for voice-based designs that can also be used on hands-free control to effectively interact with visual media devices, home appliances, or car equipment.
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Greenwave Systems Incorporates DSP Group ULE and SmartVoice Solution into its AXON Platform
September 19, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Greenwave Systems Incorporates DSP Group ULE and SmartVoice Solution into its AXON Platform

During the IBC 2017 show in Amsterdam, Internet of Things (IoT) services provider Greenwave Systems introduced the Philio-Tech voice assistant, which is powered by DSP Group’s ULE and SmartVoice technologies. Philio’s Voice Assistant unique battery operated device uses Greenwave Systems platform to enable voice queries and two-way voice, to power home automation services, real-time communications, and network connectivity.
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Josh.ai Targets Smart Home Integration with Josh Micro
September 12, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Josh.ai Targets Smart Home Integration with Josh Micro

Launched during CEDIA 2017 and already considered as Best New Product (CEDIA 2017 Awards), the Josh Micro is a new hardware programable controller that runs the Josh.ai software, combines a breakthrough far-field microphone for hands-free voice control and more. As the company states, Josh Micro is a new platform for the smart home, designed to be developer friendly and community-based, making its capabilities widely accessible to other developers.
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Libratone Adds Amazon Alexa Voice Integration and Airplay2 to its ZIPP Speaker Range
September 7, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Libratone Adds Amazon Alexa Voice Integration and Airplay2 to its ZIPP Speaker Range

Libratone is a brand that prides itself on staying ahead of the curve, and now joined the smart home revolution by adding Amazon Alexa skill and voice integration to its award-winning ZIPP speaker range. Apart from the Amazon Alexa integration, the brand also announced that its ZIPP range of wireless and home speakers will be among the first in the market to support Apple's recently updated AirPlay 2 technology, which will be implemented with the availability of iOS 11.
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Monster and Speak Music Debut “MonsterTalk” Family of Voice-Controlled Headphones
August 21, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Monster and Speak Music Debut “MonsterTalk” Family of Voice-Controlled Headphones

Monster Products and Speak Music, the voice and AI driven personal music platform, announced the launch of the “MonsterTalk” Family of voice-powered premium headphones. While other headphone manufacturers have implemented voice-assistants that "talk" to users, Monster implemented a fully-featured voice recognition interface, allowing users to literally tell their headphones what music to play, ask for a particular song, artist, genre or playlist.
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Global Smart Speaker Market Forecast to Grow at 50% CAGR from 2017 to 2024
July 20, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Global Smart Speaker Market Forecast to Grow at 50% CAGR from 2017 to 2024

According to Global Market Insights, the global market for Smart Speakers represented over USD 400 million in 2016 and is predicted to grow at an estimated CAGR of over 50% from 2017 to 2024. The market research company says Internet of things (IoT) is expected to be a major factor driving growth. "The rising penetration of the Internet has extended to everyday applications and has increased the consumer demand for smart devices that offer a wide range of functions," they state.
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XMOS Acquires Setem Technologies to Drive Development of Next Generation Voice Interfaces
July 10, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

XMOS Acquires Setem Technologies to Drive Development of Next Generation Voice Interfaces

XMOS announced that it has completed the acquisition of Setem Technologies, a pioneer on algorithms that enable separation of voice or conversation signals within a crowded audio environment to achieve optimized input into speech recognition systems. The two companies have been collaborating on next generation voice interfaces and decided upon the combination of the companies to create a leading vendor in the fast-growing application area.
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Cirrus Logic Announces Voice Capture Development Kit for Amazon Alexa Voice Service
July 6, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Cirrus Logic Announces Voice Capture Development Kit for Amazon Alexa Voice Service

Cirrus Logic introduced a development kit for Alexa Voice Service (AVS), optimized for smart speakers and smart home applications including voice controlled devices, hands-free portable speakers and networked speakers. With the Cirrus Logic IC and software design, the Voice Capture Development Kit for Amazon AVS helps manufacturers quickly get to market with new Alexa-enabled products that feature high-accuracy wake-word triggering and command interpretation even in noisy environments and during music playback.
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STMicroelectronics Introduces BlueNRG-2 Next-Generation Bluetooth Low Energy Chip for Wireless Connected Smart Devices
June 29, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

STMicroelectronics Introduces BlueNRG-2 Next-Generation Bluetooth Low Energy Chip for Wireless Connected Smart Devices

STMicroelectronics announced its new BlueNRG-2 Bluetooth Low Energy Chip, combining small size, and high performance, as currently required by the widespread deployment of energy-conscious, space-constrained applications with BLE connectivity. According to the company, the new solution provides state-of-the-art security and is Bluetooth 5.0-certified to ensure interoperability with the latest mobiles and tablets.
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