Robots have a long track record of generating buzz, but not quite so much in the way of results. Interest in robots as a novelty remains high; there is no doubt that people think they’re neat. But in terms of actual experiences of robots in...
Google Assistant has launched support for Siri Shortcuts with the release of its latest update. Launched in 2017, iOS for Assistant can perform all the same functions as the Google Home smart speaker, including answering questions, ordering takeout, controlling smart devices in one’s home and...
Apple has announced that John Giannandrea is its Chief of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, reporting to CEO Tim Cook. Joining Apple in 2018, Giannandrea oversees the strategy for artificial intelligence and machine learning across the company and development of Core ML and Siri technologies....
Amazon is expanding uses for Alexa, its voice-activated digital assistant, by making it available on Microsoft Windows 10 laptops. According to news from TechCrunch, Acer’s Spin 3 and Spin 5 line of laptops that come with the Windows 10 operating system have Alexa built in. Additionally, Alexa...
May 15, 2020
Robots have a long track record of generating buzz, but not quite so much in the way of results. Interest in robots as a novelty remains high; there is no doubt that people think they’re neat. But in terms of actual experiences of robots in real life, the reviews are much more mixed. Consumers will […]
January 09, 2024
Alibaba.com will soon add an Instant Help feature to its artificial intelligence (AI) global sourcing tool called Smart Assistant. The new Instant Help feature will leverage an AI-powered chatbot to answer buyers’ basic questions and provide real-time insights and resources, the global B2B eCommerce platform said in a Tuesday (Jan. 9) press release. This feature will […]
November 26, 2018
Google Assistant has launched support for Siri Shortcuts with the release of its latest update. Launched in 2017, iOS for Assistant can perform all the same functions as the Google...
July 11, 2018
Apple has announced that John Giannandrea is its Chief of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, reporting to CEO Tim Cook. Joining Apple in 2018, Giannandrea oversees the strategy for artificial...
May 21, 2018
Amazon is expanding uses for Alexa, its voice-activated digital assistant, by making it available on Microsoft Windows 10 laptops. According to news from TechCrunch, Acer’s Spin 3 and Spin 5 line of...