Chapter 9: Voice Interface Design in UI/UX
9.1 Introduction Voice interfaces have transformed how users interact with technology, allowing hands-free, natural communication. With the rise of virtual assistants like Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant, voice user interfaces (VUIs) have become a crucial aspect of UI/UX design. This chapter explores voice interface design principles, challenges, best practices, and future trends in VUI for mobile applications. 9.2 Understanding Voice User Interfaces (VUI) Voice User Interfaces (VUIs) enable users to interact with a system using spoken language instead of traditional touch or text-based inputs. 9.2.1 Components of a VUI Automatic Speech Recognition (ASR): Converts spoken language into text. Natural Language Processing (NLP): Understands and processes user intent. Text-to-Speech (TTS): Converts text responses into natural-sounding speech. Intent Recognition Engine: Identifies user commands and executes relevant actions. 9.2.2 Advantages of VUI Hands-free ...