One of the things that can be a constant annoyance is when someone who needs a communication aid has to compromise on what voice they want to use because there is not an available voice that really reflects them appropriately.
Lee Ridley, aka Lost Voice Guy, makes jokes about how he is a Geordie but has to sound like a posh Englishman! Often text to speech (TTS) technology is first introduced in a female voice as the wider market of automated phone systems or satellite navigation seems to dictate that a female voice is preferable leaving out the male voice in a particular accent such as Scottish or Irish.
We are delighted that Jabbla has made available child voices for the all new Allora in both male AND female versions. We were even more delighted that they actually sound really good. Yes they do sound a bit posh, but at least they are reflecting the playful and childlike nature of kids.
That's what we think, but to be honest we would love to get your thoughts. Please take a look at the video below and see what you think?
We would love to get your comments, so if you would like to tell us what you think, then please click here to email John, our guy in marketing.
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