Kakao Enterprise Unveils AI Voice Recognition Controller

Use by connecting to Bluetooth speakers, vehicles, and more

[Asia Economy Reporter Jin-gyu Lee] Kakao Enterprise announced on the 21st that it has launched 'Mini Link,' a voice recognition controller equipped with the artificial intelligence (AI) platform 'Kakao i.'

The functions and strengths of the smart speaker 'Kakao Mini' can be used by connecting it to other devices such as Bluetooth speakers and vehicles. Through Mini Link, users can utilize Mini Link, Bluetooth speakers, vehicles, and other desired devices like Kakao Mini anytime and anywhere.

Mini Link is small enough to fit in one hand, allowing it to be used like a portable Kakao Mini. It enables checking and sending KakaoTalk messages, listening to or receiving recommendations for desired music. Users can also access knowledge and lifestyle information such as news, exchange rates, stock prices, and horoscopes, as well as register alarms and memos, order delivery food, and use transportation and navigation services.

External devices such as Bluetooth speakers or vehicles can also be used like Kakao Mini. When Mini Link is connected to a vehicle or Bluetooth speaker, various audio content from Mini Link can be played through the external device. Another advantage is that it can be operated with buttons without voice commands. There is no need to say 'Hey Kakao'; simply press the wake-up button located on the front of Mini Link and then speak the desired information or function.

Checking and sending KakaoTalk messages has also become more convenient. Pressing the KakaoTalk button on the right side of Mini Link once briefly will read new KakaoTalk messages sent to you, and pressing it twice briefly will send a KakaoTalk message to the chat room you are currently reading. Through the Hey Kakao app settings, it is also possible to send messages directly to a specific friend with two button presses.

Equipped with two microphones and noise canceling and echo canceling technologies that cleanly process the user's voice, Mini Link can be comfortably used outdoors without being disturbed by noise. Kakao Enterprise stated, "Mini Link allows Kakao i to be used anytime and anywhere without being restricted by time or place," adding, "We are continuously evolving the device considering the diverse needs of users."

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