Guest Commentaries
Radio’s Evolution Progresses, But We Need to Keep Up
Voice control is a good example of why we need to think beyond audio
Voice Control
Tech and Gear
Conversant AI Redefines Audio Exploration
Such innovations are spreading quickly in the automotive space
Business and Law
iHeart Partners With Native Voice
Users of some Skullcandy products will be able to say “Hey iHeart”
Programming and Sales
Use of Voice Commands Is on the Rise
Edison Research and NPR update us on the use of smart audio
Tech and Gear
Sonos Introduces New Voice Control Feature
Sonos Voice Control will be available in the U.S. June 1
News Makers
Amazon’s Alexa Gets in the Car
Brand’s chief evangelist sees advantages for radio in the dash
Show News
NAB Radio Technologists Look Ahead
Current goals include the creation of “broadcast-only” zones for hybrid systems
Global
Are Touchscreen Car Radios Safe?
Drive test highlights everyday threats for drivers and suggests the possible solutions
News and Business
Voice-Controlled Wait Wait Quiz “Checked All the Boxes” for NPR
And New Platform Partnerships VP says to expect “more from NPR in the voice...
Industry
What Will Be the Hottest Tech This Holiday Season? Distributors Weigh in
4K TVs and smart speakers to top Santa’s lists
Trends - RM
Do Consumers Utilize Alexa’s Full Potential?
A panel of experts answered questions about voice-controlled tech during a CES event