Google Assistant's ultimate goal is to be a full service software system that can effectively answer virtually any question and conduct any internet-related task, and the new song identifier that has been built into the program is a step in that direction. Much like the popular standalone app Shazam, Google Assistant's song identifier can accurately pick out songs from ambient sound.
Though the core functionality is much the same as Shazam, one of the key differences is that Google Assistant's song identifier can be activated through voice commands. By asking "What song is this?" or a similar phrase, Google Assistant will automatically bring up the song's title and artist as well as some lyrics and links to the song on YouTube and Google Play Music.
Built-In Song Identifiers
Google Assistant Can Identify Songs Through a Voice Command
Trend Themes
1. Voice-activated Song Identification - The trend of voice-activated song identification is disrupting the music discovery industry, allowing users to quickly and effortlessly identify songs through voice commands.
2. Integration of Music Recognition in Virtual Assistants - The trend of integrating music recognition capabilities into virtual assistants like Google Assistant creates disruptive innovation opportunities for voice-activated search and personalized music recommendations.
3. Seamless Song Identification Across Platforms - The trend of seamless song identification across platforms through apps like Google Assistant and Shazam presents disruptive innovation opportunities for music streaming services and consumer engagement.
Industry Implications
1. Music Discovery - The music discovery industry can leverage voice-activated song identification to enhance user experiences and provide personalized recommendations.
2. Virtual Assistants - The integration of music recognition in virtual assistants presents disruptive innovation opportunities for voice-activated search and personalized assistance.
3. Music Streaming Services - Seamless song identification across platforms can revolutionize music streaming services by enabling users to easily discover and access songs across different channels.