What Will Voice Command Technology Do Next?
Will voice command technology replace keyboards? As voice search becomes more widely used, many futurists have theorized that soon we won’t need keyboards, computer mice or buttons on devices. Instead, computer input could come exclusively from voice commands. Full Story: Now. Powered
The Financial Marketer’s Guide to Building Voice Search Strategy
Here’s how banks and credit unions can make sure their websites work well with Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant and Cortana as more consumers adopt voice search. Begin with what makes good search engine optimization. Full Story: The Financial Brand
Microsoft is killing its dedicated Cortana voice assistant app for Android and iOS
Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa are by far the two biggest voice assistant platforms, but there are plenty of other options out there, including Apple’s Siri, Samsung’s Bixby, and Microsoft’s Cortana. Cortana used to be limited to Microsoft’s Windows 10 operating system and Microsoft’s ecosystem in general, but back in late 2015, the company released apps on iOS and Android to try to catch up with the big two. It looks like Microsoft has decided there’s no longer any point in offering a dedicated Cortana mobile app, however, as they’ve decided to discontinue the app in most markets early next year. Full Story: XDA Developers
Why Startups Should Invest in Building Alexa Skills for their Business
Centuries ago, the idea of virtual assistants and voice recognition was just that, an idea. It was once a fragment of science fiction – a dream for the future, in which technology plays a role in our everyday lives, advancing the possibilities of what we can achieve. Full Story: The Point News
Your Personal Brand Is Just as Important as Your Business Brand
So, you’re a founder and you’ve created a brand for your company that you’re proud of. But what about your personal brand? Many founders hide behind their company, but consumers are responding more than ever to founders who share their personal lives on social media, and it’s translating to sales. Full Story: Entrepreneur
Allow Personalized Values To Influence Your Brand Identity
In this series so far I’ve focused largely on finding the balance between standardization and personalization in the way we lead others within our organizations. That is a monumental task in itself, but it’s also slightly easier to think about simply because that discussion revolves around a limited population of people – those within our organizations. Full Story: Forbes
Walmart launches voice shopping for grocery on Apple
Walmart launched a Siri shortcut for online grocery in partnership with Apple on Tuesday, according to a company blog post. The shortcut allows customers to add products to their Walmart grocery cart by talking to Siri. Full Story: Grocery Dive
Top 9 Amazon Alexa devices for 2019
Alexa is Amazon’s voice assistant, accessible via compatible Amazon Echo smart speakers and displays. Start with the wake word “Alexa” and ask your smart speaker for the local weather forecast, to order food for delivery, to play music, to add things to your to-do list and even to adjust your smart thermostat, lights and much more. Full Story: CNET
Why Starting a Podcast is a Sound Strategy For Building Your Audience
Building an audience is a marketing strategy that has been around for decades. In the early to mid-20th century, Edward Bernays — long considered the father of public relations — built audiences on behalf of his clientele, including politicians like Calvin Coolidge. Full Story: Press Herald
Walmart Expands Voice Ordering to Apple’s Siri
Walmart has partnered with Apple to add voice-enabled grocery shopping through Siri. The Siri shortcut for online grocery enables shoppers to ask Apple’s voice assistant to add items directly to their Walmart grocery carts after they’ve paired their accounts, the retailer announced in a blog post. Full Story: Adweek
