Amazon has launched Alexa+ in Australia, marking a major step forward in conversational artificial intelligence and voice-first technology.

In this special Vision Australia Radio interview, Jason Gipps speaks with Amazon's Alexa Country Manager Australia, Kate Gooden, about how Alexa+ is making technology more natural, intuitive and accessible for everyone.

The discussion explores new features including conversational AI, SightWise object recognition, voice-created routines, document sharing and smart home automation. Kate also highlights Amazon's longstanding partnership with Vision Australia, including support for Vision Australia Radio, Alexa training programs, the Vision Australia Library and initiatives that help people who are blind or have low vision access information with greater independence.

Learn how inclusive design is shaping the future of voice technology and why Amazon believes accessibility should be built into products from the very beginning.

For information about Vision Australia's Alexa training programs and support services, visit our website: You could be eligible to receive an Amazon smart speaker at no cost! | Vision Australia. Blindness and low vision services

Amazon has launched Alexa+ in Australia, marking a major step forward in conversational artificial intelligence and voice-first technology.
In this special Vision Australia Radio interview, Jason Gipps speaks with Amazon's Alexa Country Manager Australia, Kate Gooden, about how Alexa+ is making technology more natural, intuitive and accessible for everyone.
The discussion explores new features including conversational AI, SightWise object recognition, voice-created routines, document sharing and smart home automation. Kate also highlights Amazon's longstanding partnership with Vision Australia, including support for Vision Australia Radio, Alexa training programs, the Vision Australia Library and initiatives that help people who are blind or have low vision access information with greater independence.
Learn how inclusive design is shaping the future of voice technology and why Amazon believes accessibility should be built into products from the very beginning.
For information about Vision Australia's Alexa training programs and support services, visit our website: <a href="https://www.visionaustralia.org/services/older-adults/amazon-echo-dot-speaker-program">You could be eligible to receive an Amazon smart speaker at no cost! | Vision Australia. Blindness and low vision services</a>

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

Featuring interview highlights, bonus content and more from across Vision Australia Radio.

Interview Highlights from Vision Australia Radio

Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps.

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Vision Australia Radio Interview Highlights shares a range of discussions initially broadcasted on our print disability radio network. Vision Australia Radio podcasts are accessible on all major podcast apps.
Remember to like, subscribe and share. 
Learn more: <a href="http://www.varadio.org">www.varadio.org</a> 
Get in touch: call Vision Australia on 1300 84 74 66 or email <a href="mailto:radio@visionaustralia.org">radio@visionaustralia.org</a> 
Vision Australia Radio is a licensed community broadcaster and operates in accordance with the <a href="http://radio.visionaustralia.org/about-us/community-broadcasting-codes-of-practice">Community Broadcasting Codes of Practice</a> and <a href="https://www.rph.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/FINAL_RPH-Australia-Protocol_2019.docx">RPH Protocols</a>.

Alexa+ launches in Australia: Amazon and Vision Australia Radio continue to drive accessibility

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