All items tagged with voice recognition and far-field voice pickup (52)

Infineon High SNR MEMS Microphones Complement Amazon AVS Far-Field Development Kit from XMOS

October 9, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Infineon High SNR MEMS Microphones Complement Amazon AVS Far-Field Development Kit from XMOS

XMOS' VocalFusion 4-Mic Dev Kit for Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS) for far-field applications integrates Infineon’s high SNR MEMS microphones to ensure highest performance and reliability, creating the first Amazon AVS development kit with a linear mic array for far-field applications. The 4-Mic Development Kit features crystal clear voice capturing even in noisy environments. This enables commands to be accurately captured from across the room for processing by the Alexa cloud-based speech recognition system.

Sonos Unveils Sonos One Smart Speaker with Support for Multiple Voice Services

October 5, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Sonos Unveils Sonos One Smart Speaker with Support for Multiple Voice Services

Sonos unveiled Sonos One, an all-new, voice-controlled smart speaker capable of supporting multiple voice services and audio content from more than 80 streaming services. Sonos One launches with Amazon Alexa support, and Google Assistant to follow in 2018. The Sonos One is priced at $199 USD and will be available globally on Oct. 24. The company also confirmed that additional free software updates will unlock Alexa voice control for current Sonos owners, as well as Apple AirPlay 2 and Siri support.

XMOS Delivers Amazon Alexa Voice Service Development Kit with Linear Mic Array for Far-Field Voice Capture

October 5, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

XMOS Delivers Amazon Alexa Voice Service Development Kit with Linear Mic Array for Far-Field Voice Capture

XMOS announced its VocalFusion 4-Mic Dev Kit for Amazon Alexa Voice Service (AVS). A far-field linear mic array solution available, the XMOS kit is ideal for developers who want to integrate Alexa into smart panels, kitchen appliances, and other commercial and industrial electronics. Being a leading supplier of voice and audio solutions to the consumer electronics market, XMOS can combine its unique silicon architecture and software at the interface between voice processing, biometrics and artificial intelligence.

Amazon Announces New Amazon Echo and Echo Plus Smart Speakers and Introduces New Alexa Products

September 28, 2017 by Joao Martins

Amazon Announces New Amazon Echo and Echo Plus Smart Speakers and Introduces New Alexa Products

Amazon is not resting on its laurels in voice personal assistants. The company continues to severely undercut Google's ambitions with the Google Home, Assistant and Chromecast products, while jumping ahead to compete head to head with Apple and undermining Apple's plans for Siri and the smart home. The company just announced a completely revamped line of Echo speakers with lower prices and improved everything, as well as new classes of Echo devices.

XMOS Powers Growth in Voice with $15M Funding Round Led by Infineon Technologies

September 27, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

XMOS Powers Growth in Voice with $15M Funding Round Led by Infineon Technologies

XMOS Ltd, a leading vendor in voice capture solutions for the OEM consumer electronics market, has successfully complete a $15M Series-E funding round. The round was led by Infineon Technologies with additional funding from existing investors Amadeus Capital Partners, Draper Esprit, Foundation Capital and Robert Bosch Venture Capital. Following previous platform cooperations, Infineon Technologies AG acquired a minority stake in the company, strengthening the strategic partnership.

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.

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.

From Smart Speakers to the Smart Home

July 6, 2017 by Joao Martins

From Smart Speakers to the Smart Home

We are witnessing a pivotal moment for the audio industry with the prominence of far-field voice recognition and connected speakers now top of the mind for consumers. In the aftermath of Apple's recent HomePod speaker announcement, the home audio experience, by itself, was confirmed as the key selling argument, with its potential as an interface for interaction with consumer electronic devices and services, paving the way for the Smart Home.

iFlyTek On-Device Speech Recognition Software Now Available For CEVA's Ultra-Low Power Audio/Voice DSPs

July 3, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

iFlyTek On-Device Speech Recognition Software Now Available For CEVA's Ultra-Low Power Audio/Voice DSPs

CEVA, a leading provider of signal processing solutions for smart, connected devices, announced that an optimized implementation of iFLYTEK's speech-recognition software suite is available for CEVA's audio/voice DSPs. The tightly-integrated solution is now available for developers, and the company confirmed it will start production of an ultra-low power voice processor targeting high-volume consumer electronics.

Synaptics to Acquire Audio and Voice Technology Specialist Conexant

June 16, 2017 by audioXpress Staff

Synaptics to Acquire Audio and Voice Technology Specialist Conexant

The market for anything related to far-field voice solutions has never been hotter, and acquisitions are a natural result of the increasing demand for those cutting edge technologies and engineering talent. Conexant Systems, a leading provider of audio and voice technology solutions based in Irvine, CA, announced an agreement to be acquired by Synaptics. Meanwhile, Synaptics also acquired the video and audio processing division of Marvell Technology Group.

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