Voice-activated interfaces

Voice-activated interfaces (VAIs) are becoming increasingly popular, as they offer a convenient and hands-free way to interact with devices. VAIs are already being used in various products and services, such as smart speakers, smartphones, and cars.

As AI products like ChatGPT develop and become mature, it is likely that VAIs will be used in even more products and services in the future. We can already see voice input being used in Bing and ChatGPT mobile apps.

As designers, we need to be aware of the rise of VAIs and how to design for this “new” technology. It could include designing interfaces that are easy to use with voice commands and designing interfaces that are accessible to people with disabilities.

We also need to be aware of the privacy implications of VAIs, as these apps tend to collect a lot of data about usage. The privacy aspect needs to be handled with care and it should be presented in a straightforward way.

Tips when designing for VAIs

• Use simple, clear voice commands

• When possible allow users to customize their voice commands

• Provide instant feedback to users when they give voice commands

• Make sure that the interface is accessible to people with disabilities

• Consider the privacy implications of VAIs

Voice-activated interfaces and AI

Just recently, OpenAI has finally released a mobile ChatGPT app, and guess what? It offers voice input powered by their Whisper open-source speech-recognition system.

VAIs can impact ChatGPT and similar apps in a number of ways. First, VAIs can make it easier for users to interact with these apps. This can be especially helpful for users who have difficulty typing or who are in a situation where they cannot type, such as while driving.

Second, VAIs can make it possible for users to interact with ChatGPT and similar apps in new and innovative ways. For example, users could use a VAI to create a voice-activated chatbot that can answer their questions or provide them with information.

This could be a valuable tool for businesses and organizations that want to provide customer service or support to their customers. It will also bring us closer to more serious virtual assistants.

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Third, VAIs can help apps become more accessible to a wider range of users. For example, VAIs can be used by users who are blind or have other visual impairments. This can help to break down barriers that have prevented these users from accessing these apps in the past.

The rise of VAIs is an exciting opportunity for designers. By designing for this technology, we can create products and services that are more convenient, accessible, and engaging for users.

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