Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant are changing how we interact with the world by doing it for us (via TheNextWeb, on VUIs)

“A survey of more than 1,500 online shoppers revealed that up to 43 percent of voice-enabled device users have used VUI (Voice User Interfaces) to shop, and half of them have used voice to research products before buying. 22 percent of these consumers buy directly from a voice search, and 17 percent use VUI to reorder previously purchased products. It is becoming a habit that many consumers are forming—with nothing more than their voice, users are able to communicate with their devices and perform everyday tasks in mere moments. VUI stands poised to continue its enormous success, but this technology’s potential heavily relies on how well companies are able to position VUI as a gateway for users to enjoy a more seamless user experience.”

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