Meta's AI chatbot to sound like Awkwafina, John Cena
Meta is set to introduce a unique audio feature for its artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot. This new development will allow users to select the voice of their digital assistant, from a list that includes celebrities like Judi Dench, Kristen Bell, John Cena, Awkwafina, and Keegan-Michael Key. The announcement is expected to be made at Meta's annual Connect conference this week.
Celebrity voices to enhance user experience
The celebrity voices for Meta's AI chatbot will vary in pitch and tone, with three UK accents and two US accents. This diversity aims to cater to users' regional accents, personal preferences, or desired tones. The feature is part of Meta's broader strategy to enhance its generative AI products, as it competes with tech giants like Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Google.
Meta's AI chatbot to debut in AR glasses
In addition to the celebrity voices, Meta is also planning to launch an initial version of its AR glasses at the Connect conference. The company will discuss its future plans for other hardware devices like the Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. These glasses were the first product to feature an audio version of the Meta AI chatbot last year.
Celebrity voices to roll out across Meta's apps
The celebrity voices will be introduced in the US and other English-speaking markets this week, across Meta's suite of apps including Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. As the feature evolves, it is expected to incorporate more languages such as Hindi to cater to a global audience. This move aligns with Meta's ongoing efforts to make its chatbot a more integral part of the user experience on its platforms.
