Qualcomm's smartwatch 'Toq' now supports voice messaging

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Last Updated : May 06 2014 | 12:27 PM IST

Qualcomm's smartwatch called Toq now supports voice dictation, allowing users to respond to incoming text messages by uttering brief replies.

According to PC World, the device is powered by Nuance's voice-to-text engine, which adds correct punctuation marks when users give speech commands such as 'comma', 'period', or 'exclamation point.

However, users are given a chance to confirm the message before it is sent.

The device is said to work, as any user would want it to work.

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First Published: May 06 2014 | 12:09 PM IST

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