Open Voice OS

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Introduction: Open Voice OS is a community-driven, open-source voice AI platform designed for building custom voice-controlled interfaces across various devices. It includes natural language processing (NLP) and a customizable UI, with a strong emphasis on privacy and security. The platform provides a multi-platform environment for developers and contributors to experiment with voice assistant technology and support specific hardware.
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What is Open Voice OS?

Open Voice OS is a community-driven, open-source voice AI platform for creating custom voice-controlled interfaces across devices. It features NLP, a customizable UI, and a focus on privacy and security. It's designed for developers and contributors wanting to support specific devices or platforms, offering a multi-platform environment for experimenting with voice assistance technology.

How to use Open Voice OS?

Install Open Voice OS using Docker or Python. For developers, a Python virtual environment is recommended. For a stable and straightforward setup, Docker is the preferred method. Pre-built images are also available for Raspberry Pi and Mycroft devices.

Open Voice OS's Core Features

  • Community-driven development
  • Open-source platform
  • Customizable voice-controlled interfaces
  • Multi-platform support
  • Focus on privacy and security
  • NLP integration

Open Voice OS Use Cases

#1 Build a do-it-yourself smart speaker
#2 Experiment with experimental voice assistant features
#3 Create a voice assistant with customizable wake words
#4 Control smart home devices
#5 Play music, podcasts, and radio
#6 Get answers to questions
#7 Set timers and reminders
#8 Extend functionality with skills from the marketplace

FAQ from Open Voice OS

How did Open Voice OS start? +

Open Voice OS began as MycroftOS. As more Mycroft community members joined the project, it was renamed to OpenVoiceOS to address trademark considerations.

Is Open Voice OS free to use? +

Yes, Open Voice OS is entirely free and open source, released under the Apache License 2.0.

Does Open Voice OS work offline? +

By default, ovos-core does not require an internet-based backend server to function, and some skills can be accessed entirely offline via the command line. While the default speech-to-text (STT) engine requires an internet connection, self-hosted offline alternatives are available.

What hardware does Open Voice OS support? +

Open Voice OS supports various hardware platforms, including Raspberry Pi models (3B, 3B+, 4, Zero 2), Mark I and Mark II devices, Linux desktops and laptops, and Docker containers.

How do I install Open Voice OS? +

Installation depends on your hardware: for Raspberry Pi, download and flash the pre-built image to your SD card; for desktops or laptops, use the Docker container or package; for Mark II, use the dedicated Mark II image.

Open Voice OS Pricing

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Free plan available.

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