ABI Research has observed that several market, technology and regulatory audio trends are beginning to converge, marking the arrival of a new wave of innovation within the mainstream consumer, ...

“Smart hardware has moved beyond just processing power and display quality,” said Dr. Hannah Collins, an industry analyst specializing in emerging audio technologies. “The focus now is on how devices ...

Voice recognition is undeniable proof that we live in the future, making daily life more convenient. But what’s the downside for always-on devices that constantly listen for commands? It’s just that: ...

For years, smartphone users have suspected that their devices were eavesdropping on their conversations to serve targeted ads. Now, recent revelations suggest these concerns could be justified. A ...

For Audfly and the growing number of companies turning to focused audio for smart devices, directional sound modules represent not just a technical enhancement, but a shift in design thinking—one that ...

What’s the obvious downside for always-on devices that constantly listen for commands? They’re always listening. Voice-activated tech uses microphones that listen for wake words, meaning they can hear ...

It sounds like the beginning of a horror movie... they're always listening. Acting as the protagonist in that movie though, the University of Oklahoma is working to create safeguard techniques for all ...

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