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WirelessDevNet.com Press Release
VoiceSignal Launches World's First Natural Language Voice Recognition Solution on Samsung's MM-A700
Woburn, MA - August 24, 2004 - VoiceSignal, the market share and technology
leader for speech recognition applications on mobile devices, announced today
the launch of its next-generation speech solution on the Samsung MM-A700
wireless phone, available on the Sprint Network. The VoiceSignal software is
the world's first one-command voice interface for dialing and launching
applications on a phone. This new one-command capability makes it easy for the
user to access Sprint's exciting new multimedia features on the MM-A700
streaming video phone. As with all other VoiceSignal applications, it is
speaker independent, meaning that the consumer can use it right out of the box,
without any training.
This new VoiceSignal software is the company's latest addition to its broad
portfolio of embedded speech solutions. With the VoiceSignal software, MM-A700
users can make a call by simply saying a natural command like "call
781-970-5200" or "call John Smith at home." Similarly, with commands like "go
to camera," "go to messages," "go to video" and "check status," users are able
to access the major features on the MM-A700 with a simple phrase.
Additionally, the MM-A700 features the world's first voice-enabled messaging
application. By saying the phrase "Send Text to John Smith," the VoiceSignal
software addresses the message to the specified contact in the phone's contact
list and opens the messaging application for the user. This new VoiceSignal
feature eliminates the need to search through the phone's menu and contact
list, making it easier and less time consuming for the user to start sending
messages.
"Consumers often can tell you exactly what feature they want to use on their
wireless phone, but sometimes locating that feature in the phone's menu takes
some practice," said Peter Skarzynski, senior vice president of Samsung's
wireless terminals division. "By incorporating this innovative voice
recognition solution from VoiceSignal into the new MM-A700, Samsung is
simplifying the process, allowing consumers to activate and use many of the
applications on this new handset with simple voice commands."
The VoiceSignal solution also includes a powerful user interface that enables
the user to customize the setting of their phone to accommodate their own
behavior and experience. Within the settings menu, individuals can adjust a
number of features, including creating an expert mode by turning the prompts
off, adjusting the volume of the audio prompts and recognition sensitivity, as
well as setting the phone to launch the VoiceSignal application when the phone
is opened.
"At VoiceSignal, we're always trying to push the envelope, specifically in how
speech solutions can improve mobile device interaction," said Rich Geruson, CEO
of VoiceSignal. "Voice recognition applications are going to play an
increasingly important role in mobile devices, and we are continuing to provide
solutions that allow for an easier and safer user experience. With this next
generation of voice-activated, one-step command software, we've taken a
considerable stride in that direction."
The MM-A700 also is compatible with Samsung and VoiceSignal's PC Link software.
This software enables users to download their PC contact list directly to the
MM-A700 thereby eliminating the tedious process of manually entering the user's
contact information on the phone. A free trial version of the PC Link software
is available on the VoiceSignal Web site(www.voicesignal.com) or users can
purchase the fully-functional version of PC Link in the "Store" section of the
VoiceSignal Web site.
About Samsung Telecommunications America
Samsung Telecommunications America, a Dallas-based subsidiary of Samsung
Electronics Company, Ltd., researches, markets and develops wireless handsets
and telecommunications products throughout North America. For more information,
see STA's website at www.samsungusa.com/wireless.
Samsung Electronics Co. Ltd. is a global leader in semiconductor,
telecommunication, and digital convergence technology. Samsung Electronics
employs approximately 70,000 people in 87 offices spanning 47 countries. The
company is the world's largest producer of memory chips, TFT-LCDs, CDMA mobile
phones, monitors and VCRs. Samsung Electronics consists of four main business
units: Digital Media Network, Device Solution Network, Telecommunication
Network and Digital Appliance Network Businesses. For more information, please
visit http://www.samsungusa.com.
About VoiceSignal Technologies
VoiceSignal is the world leader in voice interfaces for mobile devices. For the
first time, VoiceSignal has solved the interface problem of mobile phones and
PDAs. Users can speak a name, a number, or a command, and get connected in one
step. VoiceSignal's unique architecture is compatible with the entire range of
mobile devices - from entry-level voice-only handsets to enterprise-class PDAs
and smart phones. VoiceSignal is shipping on millions of units manufactured by
the largest global handset brands and sold by major operators worldwide.
Additional information about the company is available at: www.voicesignal.com.
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