Voice recognition technology instead of hands free while driving

Safety concerns and legislation in various states are forcing car makers to look for a solution--and one may be on the way with new technology that lets people keep their hands on the wheel and "tell" their gadgets what to do with voice controls. News.com reports.

"... Momentum is building for features that let people ask for driving directions or call a friend without using their hands.

Last week, for example, Toyota partnered with a relatively unknown voice-search specialist, called VoiceBox. VoiceBox's technology differs from established voice tech on the market because it allows people to speak conversationally to operate car electronics, rather than having them memorize and deliberately sound out commands."

emily | 8:05 AM | Cell Phones while driving/flying/sailing |
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