5 Interesting Facts About Text-to-Speech Functions
In recent years, text-to-speech technology has exploded in popularity, giving users a whole new level of convenience and accessibility in a wide range of different contexts. This article will explore five interesting facts about text-to-speech functions you may not know.Exciting Facts About Text-to-Speech FunctionsText-to-Speech Technology Can Be Traced Back to the 18th CenturyWhile it may seem like text-to-speech technology is a relatively new development, the first instance of a machine that could produce synthesized speech dates back to the late 18th century. A French inventor named Joseph Faber created the "Euphonia" which used bellows reeds, and a keyboard to produce a range of sounds, including synthesized speech. The machine could imitate the human voice to a certain...
