Voice Assistant
2 milestones in AI history
ProductDeep Learning Dawn
Apple Launches Siri
Apple introduced Siri as a built-in feature of the iPhone 4S — the first major voice assistant integrated into a mainstream consumer device. Users could ask questions, set reminders, and control their phone with natural speech.
Apple
ProductDeep Learning Breakthrough
Amazon Echo & Alexa
Amazon launched the Echo smart speaker with Alexa voice assistant, creating an entirely new product category. Alexa could play music, control smart home devices, answer questions, and run third-party 'skills.' It brought always-on AI into the living room.
Amazon