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2024 Big Ideas: Voice-First Apps, AI Moats, Never-Ending Games, and Anime Takes Off
Dec 15, 2023
Join Anisha Charia, an expert in voice-first technology, Alex Zimmerman, a user experience aficionado in consumer AI, and Jonathan Lai, a gaming innovator, as they explore the exciting future of tech. They discuss how voice-first apps could revolutionize productivity and companionship. The conversation shifts to the evolution of consumer AI, emphasizing user experience as a game-changer. Lastly, they dive into the world of AI-native games, imagining endless, personalized gaming experiences and the rising influence of anime in this space.
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Quick takeaways
- Voice-first apps will become integral to our lives, offering new opportunities for productivity and companionship.
- User experience (UX) is now the battleground for AI, with companies differentiating through unique and compelling experiences.
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Voice as a New Way to Interact with Technology
Voice is a new emerging way to interact with technology, thanks to AI and large models. The inflexibility of existing voice systems has hindered its success, but AI unlocks the potential for more flexible and cognitive interactions. This opens up possibilities for productivity apps that prioritize voice-first experiences. While incumbent productivity providers may focus on AI features for their existing apps, voice-first experiences require a complete redesign, offering opportunities for new players.
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