All items tagged with voice interface (133)

Laird Connectivity Launches New SOM that Delivers Powerful NXP Edge Processing with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

July 7, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Laird Connectivity Launches New SOM that Delivers Powerful NXP Edge Processing with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth

Laird Connectivity announced the new Summit SOM 8M Plus, a highly-integrated and comprehensive hardware and software solution that combines NXP multi-core applications processing with dual-band 2x2 Wi-Fi 5 and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. The new system-on-module (SOM) is Laird's most versatile, feature-rich, and secure wireless solution to date, truly perfect for serving as the core platform for advanced connected applications and audio/voice systems.

July 4, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Mycroft Ai Launches Mimic 3 Text-to-Speech Software for Voice Assistants

Mycroft AI, the startup company from Kansas City, MO that created a privacy-driven, open-source voice interface technology platform, announced the release of its latest text-to-speech (TTS) engine, Mimic 3. The open-source and fully customizable neural TTS software was designed to provide a natural sounding voice, with over two dozen languages and more than 100 different voice sets. It can run completely offline on low-end systems, including Raspberry Pi 4.

Renesas and Cyberon Partner to Deliver Integrated Voice User Interface Solutions Supporting Over 40 Global Languages

June 30, 2022 by Joao Martins

Renesas and Cyberon Partner to Deliver Integrated Voice User Interface Solutions Supporting Over 40 Global Languages

Renesas Electronics, the advanced semiconductor solutions supplier, and Cyberon, a leading embedded speech solution provider, have partnered to deliver voice user interface (VUI) solutions using Renesas’ entire RA MCU line. Renesas RA customers will now have complimentary access to Cyberon’s industry-leading continuous command-based VUI toolchain, enabling them to add voice-recognition to a variety of endpoint applications, including home appliances and wearables.

June 28, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

ArkX Laboratories and Sensory Launch Custom Wake-Word and Command Sets for Brand Voice Experiences

ArkX Laboratories announced the launch of EveryWord Voice Control featuring the Sensory TrulyHandsfree SDK technology suite. The combination of the two companies' advanced far-field voice capture and speech recognition technologies, enable OEMs to create custom wake-words, small to medium command sets (21 dialects), and speaker verification models for voice interfaces when integrated with the production-ready EveryWord Audio Front End (AFE) or Voice Module.

New 2022 Smart Audio Report from NPR & Edison Research Shows Slowing Smart Speaker and Voice Assistant Adoption

June 17, 2022 by Joao Martins

New 2022 Smart Audio Report from NPR & Edison Research Shows Slowing Smart Speaker and Voice Assistant Adoption

NPR and Edison Research released its annual Smart Audio Report, showcasing voice technology trends in the US. The 2022 Report highlights the increased usage of voice technology, with 35% of Americans 18+ now owning a smart speaker. In 2022, 62% of Americans 18+ use a voice assistant on any device – smart speakers, smartphones, TV remotes, in-car systems, a computer/laptop, and tablets. While suggesting growth, the report also shows adoption and usage is stalling.

STMicroelectronics and Sensory Enable Mass-Market Adoption of Embedded Voice Control Through STM32Cube Software Ecosystem

June 9, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

STMicroelectronics and Sensory Enable Mass-Market Adoption of Embedded Voice Control Through STM32Cube Software Ecosystem

STMicroelectronics and Sensory have announced a collaboration that will enable the STM32 microcontroller (MCU) user community to develop and prototype intuitive voice-based user interfaces for a wide range of smart embedded products. The STM32 MCUs pair with Sensory’s VoiceHub technology to streamline development of voice-based user interfaces on wearables, connected devices and smart home applications.

Deezer Strengthens Sonos Partnership with Launch of Sonos Voice Control and New App Interface

June 9, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Deezer Strengthens Sonos Partnership with Launch of Sonos Voice Control and New App Interface

Deezer is expanding its partnership with Sonos, as two major updates are delivered in June – Sonos Voice Control, compatible with Deezer at launch, and a brand new Deezer interface on the Sonos App. With Sonos Voice Control, Sonos users will be able to stream their favorite music from Deezer effortlessly, using only their voice. The updated Deezer interface includes an improved user experience, with access to the Deezer exclusive recommendation feature Flow.

Infineon Introduces New High-Performance XENSIV MEMS Microphones Using Sealed Dual Membrane Technology

June 3, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

Infineon Introduces New High-Performance XENSIV MEMS Microphones Using Sealed Dual Membrane Technology

Infineon Technologies is launching its next-generation XENSIV MEMS microphones that the German company says will define a new industry standard. The IM69D127, IM73A135 and IM72D128 are the latest additions to Infineon’s growing MEMS microphone portfolio. Combined with selectable power modes, the MEMS microphones are a perfect match for consumer electronics such as headphones with active noise cancellation (ANC), TWS earbuds, and more.

On the Edge: TinyML and Voice Recognition Technology Are Transforming Industries

May 5, 2022 by Vikrant Singh Tomar

On the Edge: TinyML and Voice Recognition Technology Are Transforming Industries

Rising demand for portable, light footprint voice recognition devices is fueling a growth of the tiny machine learning (TinyML) field. Offering a broader, high-level discussion specifically focused on voice recognition, Vikrant Singh Tomar, the founder and Chief Technology Officer of Fluent.ai, explains the impact for embedded voice and the overall audio industry. This article was originally published in audioXpress, February 2022.

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Enters Strategic Partnership With The Home Technology Association (HTA)

April 29, 2022 by audioXpress Staff

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) Enters Strategic Partnership With The Home Technology Association (HTA)

Connecting residential design, construction and technology professionals, the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) recently announced a partnership with the Home Technology Association (HTA), in addition to its participation in CEDIA Expo. The NKBA represents nearly 50,000 industry members, which will gain access to HTA’s library of educational resources. In return, NKBA will develop collaborative opportunities for design professionals and HTA-certified integrators.

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