voice recognition technology

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1. Technology that allows a computer to recognize different spoken words. The process can be divided into two main parts: the actual phonetic recognition of different words, and the construction of or interpretation of the actual language as spoken, a field called natural language processing. (See biometrics.)

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One goal of this technology is to offer an alternative to the keyboard as a means of data input for computers. It is also increasingly used to interact with the public, as seen in the increasing use of this technology to replace humans in many customer service operations.

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SoundHound AI declined 13% as the maker of voice recognition technology posted a wider-than-anticipated loss in its latest quarter following a massive acquisition spree.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

In 2016, Scots were asked to work with voice recognition technology in a bid to help mobile phones decipher the accent better.

From BBC • Mar. 7, 2025

Where the car fails is in its voice recognition technology.

From New York Times • Nov. 7, 2017

But phones are personal and not equipped with powerful microphone arrays and far-field voice recognition technology.

From The Verge • May 20, 2016

Enhanced voice recognition technology, a more smartphone-like interface and easier-to-read graphics will help to deliver an easier way to stay connected, said Ford.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 12, 2015