Fonix(R) VoiceDial(TM) for Microsoft Smartphone Devices
February 18, 2003 08:08:00 AM ET
Fonix VoiceDial Presented on Microsoft Smartphone Devices at 3GSM World Congress (Fonix Booth #C23, Hall 1)
Fonix Delivers Solution for English, German, French, and Spanish;
One-Button Dial by Voice - No Voice Training Required
CANNES, France and SALT LAKE CITY, Feb. 18 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- 3GSM WORLD CONGRESS -- Fonix Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: FONX), a leading provider of speech interface solutions, announced today the release of Fonix VoiceDial(TM) 1.2 for Microsoft Smartphone(R) Devices, formally referred to as Stinger. Fonix VoiceDial is a totally interactive, hands-free speech software application that enables users to place calls simply by speaking the phone number or the contact name as stored on their Smartphone. Fonix has leveraged the development done for the Microsoft PocketPC Phone Edition devices to now deliver this 'killer app' speech solution for English, German, French, and Spanish speakers.
"The market for the next generation of mobile phone technology is expanding," said Rolf-Juergen Bruess, President Fonix International. "The Microsoft Smartphone brings advanced phone technology at affordable costs, effectively bridging the gap between standard cellular phones and the Microsoft Pocket PC(R) Phone Edition devices. Fonix VoiceDial, with its ease of use and accuracy, is a perfect fit with the Microsoft Smartphone and the next generation of mobile phones."
Fonix showcasing VoiceDial on the Microsoft Smartphone Orange SPV at the 3GSM World Congress, booth C23, Hall 1.
"Users want greater convenience," said Tim K. Hong, Director Mobile Wireless at Fonix. "The Smartphone is designed for the easiest use with minimal effort. With VoiceDial, just press one button, speak the contact name or the number to be dialed, and your call is placed. There are no navigating menus and pressing multiple buttons on your phone pad. "With VoiceDial there is no voice training; users can place calls without speaking each contact name several times to train the system. VoiceDial is a perfect fit for the Smartphone."
True Mobility Now Possible
VoiceDial puts the power of speech into phone dialing with minimal user demands. This breakthrough application offers the following convenient features:
* Small Memory Footprint -- Optimized to meet the specific requirements
of the Microsoft Smartphone platform.
* Natural Voice -- With the natural voice prompts, your interaction with
the device is clear and easily understood.
* Your Voice Confirmation -- When dialing a contact, VoiceDial 1.2 uses
your own voice to confirm that you are dialing the correct contact.
* Continuous Dialing Response -- When speaking a phone number to dial
the user may speak at his or her usual speed and cadence. VoiceDial
responds continuously -- no pausing or waiting is necessary for each
digit to be dialed separately.
* Highly Accurate -- VoiceDial is highly accurate even in the noisiest
of environments like cars and sporting events.
* Customized Pronunciation -- This enables users to improve accuracy
where needed, or to add a nickname for a particular contact.
* Speaker Independent Phonetic Recognition -- No voice training
required.
Pricing and Availability
Fonix VoiceDial 1.2 for Microsoft Smartphone devices is priced at just $19.95, and will be available for download from the Fonix website, www.fonix.com in March 2003. For more information about Fonix VoiceDial or any of the Fonix Speech Solutions, visit the Fonix corporate website or call 801-553-6600.
About Fonix Corporation
Fonix Corporation (OTC Bulletin Board: FONX) is a leading provider of speech interface solutions for wireless and mobile devices, Internet and telephony systems, and vehicle telematics. Leading chip manufacturers, independent software and hardware vendors, and Internet content and service providers incorporate Fonix technology to provide their customers with an easier and more convenient user experience. For additional information, visit www.fonix.com , or contact a Fonix representative at (801) 553-6600.
Investor Contact, Michelle Aamodt, (801) 328-0161, invrel@fonix.com .
Note: The statements released by Fonix Corporation that are not purely historical are forward-looking within the meaning of the "Safe Harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, include statements regarding the Company's expectations, hopes, intentions, and strategies for the future. Investors are cautioned that forward-looking statements involve risk and uncertainties that may affect the Company's business prospects and performance. It is important to note that the Company's actual results could differ materially from those in such forward-looking statements. Risk factors include general economic, competitive, governmental, and technological factors as discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K. The Company does not undertake any responsibility to update the forward-looking statements contained in this release. Fonix and Fonix VoiceDial are trademarks or registered trademarks of Fonix Corporation. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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