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*VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS* —>
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or intelligent personal assistant (IPA)
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-an intelligent virtual assistant (IVA) is a software agent that can perform tasks or services for an individual based on commands or questions-
Sometimes the term “chatbot” is used to refer to virtual assistants generally or specifically accessed by online chat.
In some cases, online chat programs are exclusively for entertainment purposes.
Some virtual assistants are able to interpret human speech and respond via synthesized voices.
Users can
ask their assistants questions,
control home automation devices and media playback via voice,
and manage other basic tasks such as
email,
to-do lists,
and calendars
with verbal (spoken?) commands.
A similar concept, however with differences, lays under the dialogue systems
As of 2017, the capabilities and usage of virtual assistants are expanding rapidly, with new products entering the market and a strong emphasis on both email and voice user interfaces. Apple and Google have large installed bases of users on smartphones.
Microsoft has a large installed base of Windows-based personal computers, smartphones and smart speakers.
Amazon has a large install base for smart speakers.
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Conversica has over 100 million engagements via its email and sms interface Intelligent Virtual Assistants for business.
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“SIRI”
(apple)
“BIXBY”
(samsung)
“GOOGLE ASSISTANT”
(android / ‘google now’)
“ALEXA”
(amazon echo)
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*SKETCHES*
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