IBM ViaVoice
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| Developer(s) | IBM |
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| Stable release | 10.5 / June 2005 |
| Operating system | Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X |
| Type | Voice recognition |
| License | Proprietary |
| Website | IBM ViaVoice website |
IBM ViaVoice is a range of language-specific continuous speech recognition software products offered by IBM. The current version is designed primarily for use in embedded devices.
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[edit] Editions
Individual language editions may have different features, specifications, technical support, and microphone support. Some of the products or editions available are:
- Advanced Edition,
- Standard Edition,
- Personal Edition,
- ViaVoice for Mac OS X Edition,
- Pro USB Edition,
- Simply Dictation for Mac.
[edit] History
Prior to the development of ViaVoice, IBM developed a product named VoiceType. In 1997, ViaVoice was first introduced to the general public. Two years later, in 1999, IBM released a free of charge version of ViaVoice.
In 2003, IBM awarded ScanSoft, which owned the competitive product Dragon NaturallySpeaking, exclusive global distribution rights to ViaVoice Desktop products for Windows and Mac OS X. Two years later, Nuance merged with ScanSoft.
[edit] See also
[edit] External links
- IBM - Embedded ViaVoice - Embedded ViaVoice - Software
- IBM VoiceType/ViaVoice history from the 1950s to 1997
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