Cerence Enhances the Driving Experience for Premium German Automaker with JustTalk Technology
June 13 2023 - 8:30AM
Cerence Inc. (NASDAQ: CRNC), AI for a world in motion, today
announced that Cerence JustTalk, an AI-powered capability for
automotive assistants that eliminates the need for a push-to-talk
button or wake-up word, is being leveraged by Mercedes-Benz AG in
its intuitive multimedia system, MBUX, in the new Mercedes-Benz
E-Class.
Push-to-talk buttons and wake-up words have long
been the standard ways that users begin their conversations with
their virtual assistants, both in the car and in the home. Cerence
JustTalk revolutionizes interactions with in-car assistants,
leveraging AI-powered technology that has the intelligence to
detect when drivers are talking to the assistant – and to keep
quiet when they’re not. With Cerence JustTalk, drivers can simply
begin speaking when they have a question or command for the
assistant. They don’t need to push a button or say “Hey;” the
system knows when it’s being summoned based on the words uttered,
how the driver spoke them, and the context of the conversation.
Cerence JustTalk’s intelligent system capabilities also make use of
additional sensor data and contextual information that enables it
to avoid awakening the assistant during a conversation amongst the
car’s inhabitants.
“Being the architects of MB.OS as well as the MBUX
voice assistant, we are able to utilize innovative technology such
as JustTalk to bring the intuitiveness of using voice as first
interaction modality to the next level,” said Andreas Biehl, Senior
Manager Voice Assistant, Mercedes-Benz AG.
With numerous patents in the field of voice
assistant activation, Cerence is uniquely positioned to deliver
this innovation. Building on its core competencies in
conversational AI and its more than two decades of experience in
automotive and mobility user interfaces, Cerence is uniquely
positioned to create this intelligent and natural way of activating
the in-car assistant – an innovation that no other voice system
offers in this form.
“Cerence JustTalk is a game-changer for in-car
assistant interaction, one that showcases our commitment to
creating an immersive companion that stands at the ready to support
drivers whenever needed,” said Nils Schanz, Chief Product Officer,
Cerence. “We’re proud to continue our partnership with this leading
automaker.”
Cerence JustTalk is available worldwide in more
than 30 languages. For more information about Cerence JustTalk,
visit www.cerence.com/cerence-products/core-technologies. To learn
more about Cerence, visit www.cerence.com, and follow the company
on LinkedIn and Twitter.
About Cerence Inc.Cerence (NASDAQ:
CRNC) is the global industry leader in creating unique, moving
experiences for the mobility world. As an innovation partner to the
world’s leading automakers and mobility OEMs, it is helping advance
the future of connected mobility through intuitive, AI-powered
interaction between humans and their vehicles, connecting
consumers’ digital lives to their daily journeys no matter where
they are. Cerence’s track record is built on more than 20 years of
knowledge and 475 million cars shipped with Cerence technology.
Whether it’s connected cars, autonomous driving, e-vehicles, or
two-wheelers, Cerence is mapping the road ahead. For more
information, visit www.cerence.com.
Contact InformationKate
Hickman | Tel: 339-215-4583 | Email:
kate.hickman@cerence.com
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