Meta's AI Chatbot Will Speak in the Voices of Judi Dench, John ...
Meta Platforms, the owner of Facebook, is set to introduce a new feature that will allow users to choose celebrity voices for its Meta AI chatbot. According to a source familiar with the company's plans, Meta has signed deals with well-known actors such as Judi Dench, Kristen Bell, and John Cena to voice the chatbot.
The new audio feature will offer users the option to select a voice for Meta's digital assistant from a list of celebrities, including Awkwafina and Keegan-Michael Key, as well as several general voice choices. This announcement is expected to be made during Meta's annual Connect conference, which kicks off this week.
Celebrity Voices and Launch Details
The celebrity voices will be launched in the U.S. and other English-speaking markets this week through Meta's family of apps, which includes Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. Meta is also anticipated to unveil the initial version of its augmented reality glasses at the conference, along with discussions about the roadmap for other hardware devices.
Earlier this year, Bloomberg reported that Meta was in discussions with celebrities regarding the use of their voices for AI projects. Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg even shared a video on Instagram featuring John Cena, showcasing the capabilities of the Ray-Ban Meta glasses.
The company has shifted its focus to AI Studio, a product that enables content creators to develop chatbot versions of themselves.
Competition and Innovation
Meta is racing to deliver advanced artificial intelligence products to its massive user base as it competes with other tech giants like Microsoft-backed OpenAI and Google. The company has been enhancing its chatbot's capabilities to make it a more integral part of the user experience across its platforms.
As the AI landscape evolves, Meta continues to innovate and push boundaries with its AI technologies, aiming to provide users with unique and engaging experiences.
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