How to use back-to-back commands with Siri in iOS 17
Siri can perform many different requests, but for each one, you need to repeatedly summon them. In iOS 17, you can issue back-to-back commands in one session. Here's how.Activating Siri"Now you can issue back-to-back commands without needing to say '.....»»
Apple launches a new iOS app, ‘Siri Speech Study,’ to gather feedback for Siri improvements
Apple recently began a research study designed to collect speech data from study participants. Earlier this month, the company launched a new iOS app called “Siri Speech Study” on the App Store, which allows participants who have opted in.....»»
The best Google Home commands in 2021
Ready to expand how you use your Google Home or Nest device? Here are the best Google Assistant voice commands to use if you have a smart speaker ready to help......»»
OpenAI upgrades its natural language AI coder Codex and kicks off private beta
OpenAI has already made some big changes to Codex, the AI-powered coding assistant the company announced last month. The system now accepts commands in plain English and outputs live, working code, letting someone build a game or web app without so m.....»»
Facebook’s ‘droidlet’ A.I. could take speech recognition to a whole new level
Today's natural language recognition systems -- like Siri and Alexa -- are still somewhat limited in what they can understand. Facebook thinks it can do better.....»»
watchOS 8: Siri on Apple Watch can announce your progress during a workout
A nice little feature of watchOS 8 that has gone a bit under the radar is the new Voice Feedback option in watchOS 8. The toggle can be enabled in the Settings app on the Watch itself or through the companion Watch app on the iPhone; go to Settings.....»»
Alexa’s been a godsend in my home, but she can be a bit too chatty
Alexa's kind words and thoughtful suggestions are helpful in the beginning, but these days, I wish she were a bit quieter when I give her commands......»»
How to change Siri’s voice on the Apple HomePod
Siri has more voice options than ever, but it's not always clear how to change the voice on your HomePod. Here's how you can do it easily using the Home app......»»
Researcher demonstrates bypassing Microsoft"s latest patch for PrintNightmare exploit
PrintNightmare allows a remote attacker to take advantage of a flaw in the Windows Printer Spooler service and execute arbitrary commands with escalated privileges. Microsoft quickly addressed the critical vulnerability - found on all Windows version.....»»
Edifier’s NeoBuds Pro earbuds promise wireless hi-res audio for $99
Hi-res audio is usually a feature that commands top dollar from audio companies, but Edifier claims its NeoBuds Pro will offer this capability for under $100......»»
How to turn a PC or tablet into an Echo Show
Alexa's new Show Mode is rolling out to PCs this year: Here's how to turn your PC or tablet into an Echo Show with access to all voice commands and video feeds......»»
Linux Foundation"s New "OVN Network" Pushes Open Standards for AI-Powered Voice Apps
"Organizations are beginning to develop, design, and manage their own AI-powered voice assistant systems independent of platforms such as Siri and Alexa," reports VentureBeat: The transition is being driven by the desire to manage the entirety of th.....»»
Amazon Wins Trial Over Technology To Order Groceries With Alexa
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Bloomberg: Amazon won a Texas trial in which it was accused of incorporating an Israeli company's patented "smart kitchen" inventions for voice commands to shop for groceries online into the Alexa digital assi.....»»
Spotlight gets more powerful in iOS 15, even lets you install apps
With the upcoming release of iOS 15 for Apple mobile devices, Apple’s built-in search feature known as Spotlight will become a lot more functional. In what may be one of its bigger updates since it introduced Siri Suggestions, the new version o.....»»
Western Digital Previews Its Flash-First Future
Hard drives take a back seat as flash commands the spotlight during data storage provider's Investor Day......»»
New research in protein sequencing poised to transform medicine
While DNA provides the genetic recipe book for biological form and function, it is the job of the body's proteins to carry out the complex commands dictated by DNA's genetic code......»»
Siri’s coming to third-party devices with latest HomeKit update
Apple's HomeKit smart home platform is focused on the HomePod and Siri compatibility, pushing the company to a better standing in the smart home market......»»
How to use cut, copy, and paste keyboard shortcuts in Windows
In need of some convenient Windows keyboard shortcuts? Cut, copy, paste, and undo -- they're four of the easiest and most helpful commands for any application......»»
Apple TV 4K (2021) review: It’s all about that new Siri remote
An easy-to-use new Siri remote vaults Apple TV back to the front of the pack......»»
Apple TV 4K Gen 2 review: It’s all about that new Siri remote
An easy-to-use new Siri remote vaults Apple TV back to the front of the pack......»»
Vizio updates its SmartCast TV software with voice commands and better search
The update adds voice-command capability, new free TV channels, a redesigned electronic program guide, and expanded navigation features for easier search and discovery......»»