Amazon Alexa is a voice assistant service that is available on a number of devices for the home, but now the technology is making an appearance on a smartphone with the announcement of the Huawei Mate 9. Announced at CES 2017, the Huawei Mate 9 is set to be the first smartphone with Amazon Alexa connectivity and is set to start retailing in the US starting today.
The Huawei Mate 9 is purported to offer users a natural experience when it comes to the user interface and will be packed with the latest features as a device that can perform impressively. The smartphone marks the voice assistants first appearance on a smartphone, but will likely be the first of many to begin hitting the market.
Voice Assistant Smartphones
The Huawei Mate 9 was Announced by the Brand at CES 2017
Trend Themes
1. Voice Assistant Smartphones - The integration of voice assistant technology, like Amazon Alexa, into smartphones offers an opportunity for companies to create a more seamless user experience and opens up new possibilities for mobile app innovation.
2. Natural User Interfaces - The trend towards natural user interfaces, like those found on the Huawei Mate 9, creates opportunities to create more intuitive and user-friendly products across a range of industries.
3. Home Automation Integration - Integrating voice assistants into smartphones presents an opportunity to create more integrated home automation systems, allowing users to control their smart homes from their phones with ease.
Industry Implications
1. Smartphone Manufacturing - Smartphone manufacturers can explore the integration of natural voice assistants into mobile devices, setting their products apart from the competition.
2. Home Automation - Home automation companies can leverage voice assistant technology to create more seamless and integrated home automation systems for consumers.
3. Mobile App Development - Mobile app developers can innovate by incorporating voice assistant technology into their products to create more intuitive and user-friendly experiences for consumers.