Creating a product that provides both voice recognition and synthesis, Sensory, Inc.’s BlueGenie Voice Interface reportedly is now available to consumers through the BlueAnt V1 Bluetooth headset.

 

V1 is now for sale through major online and retail outlets. The BlueGenie Voice Interface software suite enables manufacturers of Bluetooth products to integrate full voice control and high-quality synthetic speech output, Sensory says.

 

BlueAnt V1 users will no longer deal with lengthy or confusing button pressing, according to the company. Instead, they can control V1 with simple phrases such as “Pair Me,” “Call Home,” “Call Favorite,” “call GOOG-411” and “Accept or Ignore Call.” Users also do not need to interpret confusing beep sequences or LEDs when checking headset status.

 

Also, Sensory says, dropped calls are no problem in busy traffic, as V1 is the first headset or mobile phone to have voice enabled “call back” and “redial” commands. Drivers can keep their hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road for a completely hands-free incoming call experience with the audible caller ID and voice answer/ignore capabilities provided by the device.

 

Bluetooth headset usage is on the rise with motorists who want to stay connected while on the road, particularly with hands-free legislations enacted in six states and actively under consideration in 20 others.

 

As the BlueGenie Voice Interface talks the user through all set up and pairing and contains a voice manual, the initial set up of the V1 becomes easier. In fact, it’s accessible by saying “teach me” to provide the user tips and tricks on voice commands. Also, any time the user wants to know what commands to use with the V1, they simply ask “What can I say?” and a menu of options will be read to them.

 

“Sensory’s BlueGenie Voice Interface revolutionizes the Bluetooth headset by simplifying the user interface, providing a safer hands-free experience and enabling more functions with easier accessibility,” said Sensory Chief Executive Officer Todd Mozer. “The BlueAnt V1 works great right out of the box and is the easiest to use headset with more and safer features than any other Bluetooth headset on the market.”