18506937. MULTI-MODAL INPUTS FOR VOICE COMMANDS simplified abstract (Apple Inc.)
MULTI-MODAL INPUTS FOR VOICE COMMANDS
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Philippe P. Piernot of Los Gatos CA (US)
Garrett L. Weinberg of Santa Cruz CA (US)
MULTI-MODAL INPUTS FOR VOICE COMMANDS - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18506937 titled 'MULTI-MODAL INPUTS FOR VOICE COMMANDS
Simplified Explanation
The patent application describes systems and processes for operating an intelligent automated assistant.
- A first input activates an affordance.
- The domain associated with the affordance is determined.
- A second input, user speech, is received to determine user intent based on the domain and speech.
- It is determined whether the user intent includes a command associated with the affordance.
- If the user intent includes a command associated with the affordance, a task in furtherance of the command is performed.
Potential Applications
This technology could be applied in virtual assistants, smart home devices, customer service chatbots, and automated help desks.
Problems Solved
This technology streamlines user interactions with automated systems, improves task completion efficiency, and enhances user experience by accurately interpreting user intent.
Benefits
The technology allows for seamless communication between users and automated systems, increases productivity, reduces errors in task execution, and enhances user satisfaction.
Potential Commercial Applications
- Enhancing customer service chatbots for businesses
- Improving virtual assistants in smart devices
- Streamlining automated help desks in various industries
Original Abstract Submitted
Systems and processes for operating an intelligent automated assistant are provided. In one example process, a first input including activation of an affordance is received. A domain associated with the affordance is determined. A second input including user speech is received, where a user intent is determined based on the domain and the user speech. A determination is made whether the user intent includes a command associated with the affordance. In accordance with a determination that the user intent includes a command associated with the affordance, a task in furtherance of the command is performed.
