I live in an Alexa household, even though we’re well aware we’ve invited the government and big business and probably more eyes and ears into our homes. It just makes it so easy to add things to the grocery list, turn the lights off and on (because who wants to stand up?), play music, and on and on.
Even so, I’ll be the first person to say that Alexa’s voice can quickly go from pleasant to annoying, depending on one’s mood.
Do you know whose melodious voice is always welcome, though?
My mother pays $0.99 a month for her Alexa to be Samuel L Jackson and honestly… I get it pic.twitter.com/6PSxB9bx7s
— GARY, NO FIRES IN THE HOUSE (@literallyfallon) December 14, 2019
One Samuel L. Jackson.
And now, he can be the voice turning your lights on and adding stuff to your shopping list.
The Guardian is reporting that Amazon has confirmed they will be using neural text-to-speech technology to mimic Jackson’s voice, so it won’t just be pre-recorded phrases – Jackson can do anything from read you the weather to sing you Happy Birthday.
Me and my 9 year old: *giggling e endlessly as we buy a Samuel L Jackson voice mod for Alexa*
My wife: "what the fuck is wrong with you" pic.twitter.com/M94kh81a16
— Lucipherion (@lucipherion) December 17, 2019
He won’t be able to help with your shopping, reminders, lists, or other Alexa Skills. Womp-womp.
This is all with Samuel L. Jackson’s approval, of course, and you’re certainly aware that the award-winning actor is as famous for his blue language as his performance skills – which is why Alexa is going to allow you to set your device to allow him to swear appropriately in his responses.
Which you know, is just a win for everyone involved, really.
Its time.
You can turn Alexa, into Samuel L. Jackson for $0.99https://t.co/mz73Q0gzcg pic.twitter.com/bmNOOIfcSE
— Fat Kid Deals (@FatKidDeals) December 12, 2019
You’ll be able to download the technology for just $.99 to start, but if you want to keep it forever, eventually you’ll have to pay $4.99.
If you’re someone like my sister, who gets prissy about profanity, don’t worry – Amazon promises that deals with other celebrities are in the works, and before long “Alexa” could be just about anyone you like.
Which is a little terrifying.
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