voice assistants

An intelligent virtual assistant (IVA) or intelligent personal assistant (IPA) is a software agent that can perform tasks or services for an individual based on commands or questions. The term "chatbot" is sometimes used to refer to virtual assistants generally or specifically accessed by online chat. In some cases, online chat programs are exclusively for entertainment purposes. Some virtual assistants are able to interpret human speech and respond via synthesized voices. Users can ask their assistants questions, control home automation devices and media playback via voice, and manage other basic tasks such as email, to-do lists, and calendars with verbal (spoken?) commands.

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Panera Lets Loyalty Members Order Via Alexa
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March 29, 2023  |  Restaurant innovation

Panera Bread has begun letting its loyalty membership customers order via Amazon’s Alexa. “Ordering with Alexa provides convenience for MyPanera members and allows them to...

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Report: Apple Plans New Push Into Smart Home Market
Report: Apple Plans New Push Into Smart Home Market
January 19, 2023  |  Technology

Apple is reportedly developing devices to upset Amazon and Google’s smart home dominance. These new devices would include new displays and a faster TV top...

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January 09, 2023  |  CES

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January 03, 2023  |  Technology

CES 2023 is spotlighting smart homes and digital health as concepts like the metaverse languish. Officially kicking off Thursday, Jan. 5 at its accustomed set...

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February 28, 2022  |  Intelligence of Things

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December 27, 2021  |  Voice Activation

Drivers of Toyota and Lexus vehicles equipped with the automaker’s latest multimedia system will be able to ask a voice assistant questions about general topics...

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December 15, 2021  |  Alexa

Amazon on Tuesday (Dec. 14) announced that it will cut its commission from 30% to 20% on smart speakers and other Alexa-powered devices for skill developers...

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The Alexa speaker turned seven about a month ago — old enough in internet years for Amazon to launch its Alexa Together service, which connects...

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Blue Apron Offers Hands-Free Meal Prep Instruction via Alexa
Blue Apron Offers Hands-Free Meal Prep Instruction via Alexa
December 02, 2021  |  Alexa

“Alexa: I need the recipe for Creamy Pesto Chicken & Orzo” could soon be heard in homes with active Blue Apron meal kit and recipe...

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