Spotify tests voice-enabled ads in the USThe ads can pick up on verbal commands if your mic is enabled. By A. Khalid, 05.02.2019
Windows 10 may offer deeper support for AI helpers like AlexaCortana wouldn't be the only assistant getting top-notch treatment.By J. Fingas, 12.16.2018
HP's voice-controlled Tango printer can be disguised as a bookAlexa, Cortana and Google can print from across the room.By J. Fingas, 09.25.2018
6Amazon's new Echo Dot offers better sound at the same priceIt's sleeker and 70 percent louder than the previous model.By E. Alvarez, 09.20.2018
Facebook app's code hints at ‘Aloha’ speech recognition featureIt's basic, but the first update in the company's voice experiments in some time.By D. Lumb, 08.21.2018
Apple may be working on multi-user support for SiriA new patent sheds light on how that might work.By S. Krishna, 08.14.2018
Voice assistants still have problems understanding strong accentsIt's another instance of cultural bias in technology.By J. Fingas, 07.19.2018
GE's Alexa microwave cooks when you scan a barcode (updated)You may barely need to push any buttons.By J. Fingas, 07.17.2018
It's now easier to change Google Assistant's voiceThe new interface is very... colorful.By J. Fingas, 07.10.2018
Samsung wants AI features in all its devices by 2020Let's just hope Bixby is working well by then.By J. Fingas, 05.23.2018
Samsung will debut Bixby 2.0 with the next Galaxy NoteThe voice assistant is getting a long-due overhaul.By J. Fingas, 05.19.2018
Alexa skills can talk to you using different voicesYou won't have to hear the same voice in every app.By J. Fingas, 05.16.2018
Alexa can unlock Yale's smart deadbolt locksLet guests in without lifting a finger.By J. Fingas, 05.15.2018
Google AI can pick out voices in a crowdIt could boost audio quality for video chats and hearing aids.By J. Fingas, 04.12.2018
Command Nest's security system with Google AssistantLock down your home with your voice.By J. Fingas, 04.04.2018
Alexa's DVR controls will finally let you record a showDirecTV, Dish, TiVo and Verizon will soon capture TV hands-free.By J. Fingas, 03.30.2018
Google Assistant gets a proper home on the iPadYou no longer need a blown-up iPhone app.By J. Fingas, 03.13.2018
You can now ask Cortana to check your Outlook emailAlso, you can just say 'Cortana' to talk to the AI helper.By J. Fingas, 03.07.2018
Spotify’s hardware ambitions seem like a risky distractionFew companies make great gadgets the first time without any experience.By C. Velazco, 02.21.2018
Alexa will stay calm during Amazon's Super Bowl adAmazon is using clever tech tricks to prevent any rude surprises.By J. Fingas, 02.02.2018