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Apple Acquires PullString to Boost Siri and Voice App Development

Apple purchases PullString, the startup behind talking Barbie and voice design tools, to enhance its Siri and HomePod ecosystem.

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Voice Assistant Use Expected to Triple to 8 Billion by 2023

A new Juniper Research forecast predicts global voice assistant usage will surge from 2.5 billion to 8 billion by 2023. Smart TVs represent the fastest-growing category for this technology, outpacing both smart speakers and wearables.

The New York Times Gets Into Voice with 5 New Alexa Skills

The New York Times launches five new Alexa skills including a daily briefing and an innovative print-to-voice bridge.

New York Times Launches Five Alexa Skills for News and Print Integration

The New York Times introduces five new Alexa skills, including a daily flash briefing hosted by Michael Barbaro and an interactive news quiz. The publication also bridges print and digital by adding voice prompts to its Sunday paper.

Google Ends Production of Chromecast Audio Dongle

Google officially stops manufacturing the Chromecast Audio, a device that turns standard speakers into smart streaming devices. The tech giant clears out its remaining inventory at a discounted price while shifting focus toward Google Home and Bluetooth-enabled alternatives.

Amazon Alexa Skills Double in the US During 2018

The number of Alexa skills available in the United States more than doubles throughout 2018, showcasing strong developer interest in Amazon's voice platform. However, questions remain regarding the actual monetization and user discovery of these rapidly growing voice applications.

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Google Assistant Gains Six New Voices and John Legend

Google introduces six new lifelike voices for Assistant and announces a celebrity cameo from John Legend to rival competing smart speakers.