Google Duplex

Pixel 3 gets "Call Screen" which lets the Google Assistant respond to spam calls

Call Screen lets the Google Assistant answer suspected calls and then transcribe the response.

Google demos Duplex in new Assistant ad showing how it can get things done

Google Assistant sound less robotic and more conversational making it more welcoming for people.

Microsoft is also testing a bot that can make phone calls and chat with humans

The bot is currently being tested with over 500 million people in China.

Microsoft acquires developer 'Semantic Machines' to help develop Cortana into a more human-like AI

Microsoft plans to establish a conversational AI centre of excellence to experiment and integrate natural language processing technology in Cortana.

Google Assistant will identify itself in a call and warn when calls are being recorded: Report

Google is yet to confirm whether the businesses contacted were informed weather their call was being recorded during the demo.

Google Duplex AI stokes heated debate for its ‘human voice’

The technology has turned very critical for Google, which is still mulling on how to unleash it into the market.

Google rolls out native controls for ovens, coffee makers and more for its Assistant

Google also introduced new 'traits' for Google assistant to understand which are fan speed, temp control and locator.

Google says that its Duplex AI voice calling system will have 'disclosure' built-in for identifying itself to humans

The Google AI assistant did not identify itself as an AI assistant so people are voicing concerns about how the voice technology could deceive people.

Google IO 2018: Assistant making calls in an almost human sounding voice raises ethical questions among experts

The digital assistant was also programmed to understand when to respond quickly, such as after someone says "hello," versus pausing as a person might before answering complex questions.

Google IO 2018: Assistant gets smarter, can now place calls, supports Multiple Actions and is now integrated with Maps

The Google Assistant can now carry out complex tasks such as helping you make restaurant reservations, schedule salon appointments and book holiday trips.