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  • The original voice of Siri, Susan Bennett, initially had mixed feelings about being the voice behind the popular virtual assistant but eventually embraced the opportunity and became a public figure.
  • Text-to-speech technology has advanced to create synthetic voices with enhanced expressiveness, enabling more nuanced emotions and personalized interactions in the future.

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The Rise of Siri

Siri, the first interactive, automated personal assistant, was launched by Apple in 2011 with the iPhone 4S. It revolutionized the way people thought about their phones and technology, becoming an integral part of their daily interactions. Susan Bennett, the original voice of Siri, initially had mixed feelings about being the voice behind the popular virtual assistant. However, she eventually embraced the opportunity and became a public figure, making appearances on television shows and even meeting Steve Wozniak, a co-founder of Apple.

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