Vista Media Center ‘Amulet Remote' is a Personal TV Genie
Sandra Winn — January 11, 2009 — Tech
References: amuletdevices & i.gizmodo
The Vista Media Center voice-activated Amulet Remote comes with software that, once installed, enables you to escape into the realm of your favorite tv shows, movies and music. It also pulls up photo albums so you can bore your friends when they come for a visit--all with a voice command.
It may be a voice-activated remote control but you still have to pick it up to use it. Once you do, speak into the Amulet and give a command like, “Watch American Idol,” “Amulet, listen to Nickelback,” or “Amulet, view Disneyland Vacation Album,” and away you go. You can also tell the Amulet to fast-forward, rewind and skip over annoying ads.
The Amulet Remote works regardless of how much is stored in the media center. If you have hundreds of albums or DVDs in your library just tell the Amulet what you’re looking for and the selection will appear before your very eyes.
There is also no need to worry about background noise; the Amulet only recognizes the voice speaking directly to it.
It may be a voice-activated remote control but you still have to pick it up to use it. Once you do, speak into the Amulet and give a command like, “Watch American Idol,” “Amulet, listen to Nickelback,” or “Amulet, view Disneyland Vacation Album,” and away you go. You can also tell the Amulet to fast-forward, rewind and skip over annoying ads.
The Amulet Remote works regardless of how much is stored in the media center. If you have hundreds of albums or DVDs in your library just tell the Amulet what you’re looking for and the selection will appear before your very eyes.
There is also no need to worry about background noise; the Amulet only recognizes the voice speaking directly to it.
Trend Themes
1. Voice-activated Gadgets - The trend of voice-activated gadgets allows for seamless and convenient control of various devices through voice commands.
2. Personalized Media Experience - The trend of personalized media experience offered by the Amulet Remote creates a more immersive and user-friendly entertainment environment.
3. Smart Home Integration - The trend of smart home integration enables the Amulet Remote to control not only media devices but also other connected smart home devices with voice commands.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The consumer electronics industry can capitalize on the voice-activated gadgets trend by developing innovative products that enhance user convenience and interaction.
2. Entertainment - The entertainment industry can leverage the personalized media experience trend to create tailored content and improve user engagement.
3. Home Automation - The home automation industry has opportunities to integrate voice-activated control devices like the Amulet Remote to enhance the smart home experience for consumers.
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