Google has added a bunch of new features to the Gemini AI assistant. The generative AI chatbot can start navigation in Google Maps automatically when you issue a command asking for directions.
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Microsoft has finally added voice commands support to OneNote for Mac. The feature was limited to OneNote for Windows and the web, but Mac users can also try it now. However, it's not for all users.
Google is reportedly investigating some issues with its Assistant-powered Home devices not recognizing voice commands related to light controls. The problem apparently does not impact everyone.
Spotify is reportedly testing a 'Hey Spotify' voice activation feature for its app. The wake word activates the voice commands feature and can be accessed only when the app is open and running.
Amazon's Alexa Fund Fellowship lets universities and their students collaborate with Amazon on audio processing methods, like text-to-speech, conversational AIs, and speech recognition.
Last September, Google added 'voice typing' to Docs. Starting today, you can edit using your voice to copy and paste, add bullets, select and replace text, and change styles.
Cortana has added voice command functionality to global on-demand streaming service Netflix within its Windows 10 application. The update allows users to search for titles hands-free.
Today we take a look at Amazon's latest hardware offering, the Echo, a small cylindrical device that listens for your commands and attempts to provide you with relevant information and music.
Part of the latest Chrome update, a new feature allows for better voice searching when browsing the net. Calling out "OK Google" when in a new tab or on the site's homepage will bring up the results.
A new report from inside sources at Google says the company is looking to launch its Wallet payments system on Google Glass. There's no official info yet but the launch may come very soon.
Microsoft's Xbox One console features extensive integration of voice commands, and it seems that the voices in some commercials are apparently interacting with consoles in consumers' homes.
The full list of voice commands that are recognized by the Kinect sensor in Microsoft's Xbox One sold in the U.S. has been released as a quick way to learn which phrases the console understands.
Microsoft now says that voice commands for the Xbox One console will now be supported in 10 of the company's launch markets, although some markets will have a limited set of voice commands.
Xbox One voice commands may be a novelty addition, but many users may miss out on the feature at launch as Microsoft seem to be struggling to hit their release day targets.
Research in Motion is trying to remain relevant in the smartphone market and are placing all of their chips on the new Blackberry 10 OS. The latest developer release has added voice command features.
Apple are pushing additional changes to their voice assistant Siri in order to remove some exploits allowing Siri to be used for sexual or generally tasteless messages.
Just hours after Microsoft's Kinect launched in Australia, users are finding one of the device's most hyped features is unavailable Down Under, despite the spoken language being English. Aussie Kinect owners have begun hitting the official...
