Philips updates voice recognition device

Philips Speech Processing has the released the third generation of its SpeechMike audio recording devices, adding functions that were previously limited to the wireless SpeechMike Air to the company’s wired dictation devices.

In addition to an antimicrobial surface, the redesigned SpeechMike features noise-reduction technology that minimizes noise interference to provide greater accuracy in voice recognition. The updated line also features ergonomic improvements, including:

• Larger dictation function buttons, which facilitate fast, convenient thumb control;

• A newly positioned trackball with a laser sensor that allows precise cursor movements and contains an integrated confirmation button for simple control of PC functions; and
• An integrated LED indicator that displays current recording status.

The third-generation SpeechMike series fully integrates with Nuance’s Dragon NaturallySpeaking voice recognition technology, according to Philips Speech Processing, based in Vienna. It is also compatible with Philips SpeechExec Pro Dictate dictation management software, which allows the integration of dictation, transcription and voice recognition in a single application; and with Philips Remote Device Manager, for central configuration of SpeechMike settings.

The current software development kit, SpeechMike SDK 2.7, enables developers to integrate the SpeechMike in additional software environments such as medical or legal information systems, the company said.