New features for Alexa: Eye control, real-time captions and call translation

Eye control for Alexa

The first feature is particularly attractive to people with language or mobility limitations. its customers Amazon Fire Max 11 tablet soon a new “look mode“Received. Instead of using voice or touch input on the tablet, users can use the new gauge mode to perform preset Alexa functions. For example, videos and music can be played, compatible smart home devices can be controlled, or calls can be made.

Real-time subtitles and translation for calls

Also new function “Closed captioning for calls” This allows Echo Show device users to enable closed captioning for Alexa voice and video calls and even drop-ins. The whole thing should in near real time What happens to be equally interesting is the translator function, which provides calls with appropriately translated subtitles. It not only enables the hearing impaired to communicate better, but also overcomes the language barrier. We support this More than 10 languagesIncluding English, Spanish, French, Portuguese and German.

Soon users will also be able to make a specific selection Activate the routine in different ways. For example, a bedtime routine that turns off the lights, closes the blinds, and plays soothing sounds can be triggered either at a specific time or by the “Alexa, goodnight” command.

In the future, Echo Show devices will allow users to place a quick action icon at the top of the display, creating a Direct access to widgets becomes possible. Instead of the previous side swipe or swipe up to access the menu, these icons will open the desired widget directly from the home page. The update that introduces this widget quick actions is not only available for Echo Show 8 and 10, it also brings For widgets for the first time Den Echo Show 5.

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