Facebook is set to join Amazon and Apple in the voice-activated speaker market with the July launch of two smart devices. Codenamed Fiona and Aloha, both come with a 15-inch touchscreen, while its premium product Aloha – set to be sold under the name Portal – features facial and voice recognition technology. The speakers are designed for use by people who have hearing loss or other disabilities, but also can work as standalone devices that will connect to your smartphone.
Facebook is set to join Amazon and Apple in the voice-activated speaker market with the July launch of two smart devices. Codenamed Fiona and Aloha, both come with a 15-inch touchscreen, while its premium product Aloha – set to be sold under the name Portal – features facial and voice recognition technology. The speakers will also feature a streaming service, thanks to licensing agreements Facebook previously signed with Sony and Universal Music.