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Virtual Assistant (Generic)

A white iPhone with a micropone icon displayed on screen, indicating that the user is speaking.
Model: 
Various
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This is not a page for a specific "Virtual Assistant". It is a placeholder for the many Virtual Assistant that are out on the market. Because there are so many of them, and they are easy to find by doing an internet search, we do not attempt to include them in our database. See the More Information section for suggested search terms to use.

Product Description: 

A virtual assistant is a type of smartphone and tablet software that typically allows users to search the Internet, set reminders, organize their calenders, and perform other actions on their devices—such as to send texts or make calls—using voice commands. The software features an "assistant" who can speak to users and accept commands. Using a virtual assistant typically allows individuals to control their devices hands-free, which may be helpful for those with physical impairments and/or issues with fatigue.

Main Features: 

  • Search the Internet, set reminders, organize calenders, get GPS directions, dictate text messages, and make phone calls hands-free, using voice commands.

Where To Buy: 

This is a generic entry. This type of product is available from many vendors. Type or paste the following search phrase into your preferred web browser: "virtual assistant [your device/operating system]." 

Options & Accessories: 

  • Most versions allow users to customize the age, gender, language, and accent of their virtual assistant.

Primary Specifications: 

  • Most current operating systems offer virtual assistants.
  • Popular versions include Siri, Cortana, Alexa, Bixbi, Google Assistant, and others.