Anna Washenko
- Smart Speakers
- October 10, 2019
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Apple opens up Siri to third-party devs, a gradual erosion of the walled garden
Apple made a definite shift in its media approach with the latest updates to macOS, and its new mobile software is also showing signs of a different perspective. While the Mac update’s audio focus was in streaming, the most recent version of iOS brings more third-party access to the Siri voice assistant.
- News
- September 25, 2019
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TuneIn brings its radio lineup to Apple Music and Siri
TuneIn announced a new partnership with Apple that will see new distribution channels for the audio company’s content. Under this arrangement, TuneIn’s more than 100,000 global radio stations will be available through the Apple Music streaming service.
- Smart Speakers
- August 14, 2019
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Apple in talks to add Siri voice controls to Spotify
Spotify and Apple are familiar with being rivals as both companies work to build their bases as top audio streaming services. But the latest development indicates that the businesses might also learn to work together.
- Copyrights & Legal , Smart Speakers
- August 2, 2019
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Apple and Google suspend human review of voice recordings after privacy outcries
Human review of voice assistant recordings has been a fiery topic of late, and actions are already being taken to improve privacy for their users. Apple announced that it will globally suspend its grading program, while Google has stopped the practice in Europe.
- Smart Speakers
- February 4, 2019
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Apple will reportedly replace head of its Siri team
Apple is embarking on a new strategy for its AI department. Notably, Bill Stasior has reportedly been removed as the head of the Siri team, which he had helmed since joining the tech company in 2012.
- Metrics & Research , Smart Speakers
- December 21, 2018
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Google Assistant tops smart speaker IQ test from Loup Ventures
Just how smart are smart speakers? Loup Ventures has released the results of its annual Smart Speaker IQ Test, and the report found that Google Assistant is currently the brainiest of the bunch. In a test of 800 questions, Google’s voice platform answered 88% correctly.
- Metrics & Research , News , Tech
- June 28, 2018
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New report analyzes voice assistant usage, explores future use in commerce
So far, voice assistants are commonly used to access audio entertainment, but as the technology advances, the next step could involve commerce and shopping. Voicebot and Voysis have collaborated on a report pointing to the future of voice shopping. The analysis predicts that, due to the high rates of ownership (79.8%), many people will first be introduced to voice assistant shopping on smartphones.
- News , Podcasting , Tech
- June 5, 2018
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WWDC: Podcasts app gets more Siri support, arrives on Apple Watch
This year, Apple focused its WWDC keynote entirely on its software and operating systems. That choice meant the presentation didn’t get into any big-ticket numbers about the company’s entertainment services. However, Apple has made some updates to add functionality to both its Podcasts and Apple Music platforms.
- News
- February 13, 2018
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Research finds Siri falling short among voice systems, but more domain support could change that
Apple HomePod is still making headlines as the newest contender in the smart speaker space. Loup Ventures conducted some insightful research comparing Siri on the HomePod with rival voice AI systems. Although Siri fell short, there are some quick ways for Apple to improve the score for its voice system.
- News , Tech
- February 6, 2018
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Apple HomePod review round-up: Incredible sound, but lackluster voice control and content options
After a delay, Apple has released its first entry into the smart speaker space. Reviews are now out for the Apple HomePod, and there’s a large amount of consensus about the device’s strengths and weaknesses.
Brad HillApple HomePod yet to exist, but Siri’s in the voice game with news on command
When Apple announced that it was delaying launch of its HomePod — specced out as a premium smart speaker with superior audio — it seemed like a clear fail to us. But Siri has started playing in the voice-control field, even without a speaker device.
- News , Podcasting
- January 18, 2018
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Siri gets option to share audio news from podcasts
Apple’s Siri voice assistant is getting a closer relationship with podcasts. When asking Siri for news, the platform can provide audio-based news updates from the Podcasts app. In the U.S., Siri defaults to audio updates from NPR, but a second voice command can change the default to The Washington Post, CNN, or Fox News.
