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Wake words like “Hey Siri!” have transformed the way we interact with our smart home devices, offering hands-free control and seamless integration into our daily lives. As wake word technology continues to advance, wake words are finding new and innovative applications throughout the connected home. Let’s take a look at seven ways wake words are making smart home experiences even…

In today's tech-savvy world, AI-driven voice assistants are everywhere—from our smartphones to our cars and even our household appliances. These devices usually activate with familiar wake words or wakeup phrases like "Hey Siri" and "Alexa," which have become synonymous with their brands. However, as voice technology expands across industries, companies are starting to see the value of creating custom wake…

Voice technology is rapidly changing the way healthcare operates, and hotwords (AKA wake words, keyword spotting, or voice activation) are at the forefront of this shift. In medical settings, the ability to control devices hands-free is more than just a convenience—it’s a necessity. Whether it’s surgeons navigating critical tools mid-procedure or patients seeking control over their environment without assistance, hotwords…

Large Language Models (LLMs) are rapidly improving, with fewer hallucinations, more thoughtfully researched answers, and they are getting easier to work with! However, they are also growing exponentially in size, computational needs, energy consumption, and training costs. In parallel with the rise in capabilities, consumption is also rapidly growing. The latest multimodal models with voice input are driving growth in…

As autonomous vehicles become increasingly prevalent, the integration of reliable emergency vehicle detection is crucial for ensuring road safety. While most advancements in autonomous driving focus on vision technology, audio-based detection systems are equally important. Sensory's siren detection technology provides a vital layer of awareness, enhancing the ability of autonomous vehicles to respond swiftly and appropriately to emergency situations. Sensory's…