Accurate speech recognition

• Even in noisy environments!

Intelligible text-to-speech (TTS)

• Users may opt for intelligible TTS prompts or recorded prompts using their own voice.

Your-voice confirmation

• When dialing a contact, VoiceDial replays the user's voice to confirm the correct contact. Users can also use their voice to access contacts on the device’s SIM card as well as from the contacts list.

Continuous dialing response

• When speaking a phone number to dial, users may speak at their usual speed and cadence. VoiceDial responds continuously - no pausing or waiting is necessary for each digit to be dialed separately.

Unlimited contact list size

• VoiceDial builds a database of all contacts. Users may easily download their entire Microsoft Outlook contact database to Pocket PC Phone Edition devices. The only limit to the number of names users may add or access is the amount of memory on the device.

Customized pronunciation

• VoiceDial enables users to improve accuracy where needed or to add a nickname for a particular contact.

Customizable display

• VoiceDial supports screen rotation (either Landscape or Portrait display) for added convenience. The user interface is scalable for optimal device screen size; and users can minimize the interface so it doesn’t obscure information on the screen.

Highly accurate

• Even in the noisiest environments like cars, restaurants, airports and sporting events. Perfect for busy people who are on the go.

Speaker independent phonetic recognition

• No voice training required.

Natural voice

• With the natural voice prompts, user interaction with the device is clear and easily understood.

Low memory requirements

• VoiceDial is optimized for low-memory devices, including mobile phones and PDAs.

Where can I purchase Fonix VoiceDial?

• Fonix VoiceDial is only available to retail customers through download from PocketGear.com. (See below for download and licensing information.

Does Fonix VoiceDial work with my Bluetooth headset?

• At this time, Fonix VoiceDial does not support Bluetooth due to limitations of the Windows Mobile operating system and the devices that are currently available. Currently, Bluetooth audio only reaches the telephony circuitry and not the main CPU, which is necessary for speech recognition. Fonix is working with Microsoft and several device manufacturers to support Bluetooth headsets on future devices.
  
  Alternatively, use a device such as the Jabra A210. This device will connect your Bluetooth headset directly to the audio jack of your Windows Mobile Device.

How do I get a license number?

• You may purchase a license for Fonix VoiceDial 2.0 at the Fonix store, and download the install application.

How do I get the full (non-trial) version of Fonix VoiceDial?

• The only difference between the trial and the non-trial version of Fonix VoiceDial is the license number. Without a license number, you may only use VoiceDial for 30 days before it will stop working.

Does Fonix provide telephone support for VoiceDial customers?

• Fonix does not provide telephone customer support. If you are unable to find the answer to your question on these pages, contact product support with VoiceDial 2.0 selected in the product line.

For best speech recognition accuracy

• Wait until you hear the single beep and/or see the blue microphone volume bar before speaking. If you speak too soon, Fonix VoiceDial may miss the beginning of your command.
• Speak the entire command phrase. For example:
• Say 'Call John Smith'
• Do Not Say 'John Smith'
• Say 'Call John Smith at home'
• Do Not Say 'John Smith at home'
• Pronounce your words clearly.
• Do not speak too slowly.
• Speak loudly, but do not yell.
• Add a user pronunciation to names that have difficulties.
• Remove names from the speech recognizer that are rarely used.
• Use an external microphone. Sometimes the internal microphone of a PDA or mobile phone can be damaged or defective.
• Remove or change names in your contact list that may be similar to one another.
• Make sure names are entered in the 'First Name' and 'Last Name' or 'Company Name' fields. Fonix VoiceDial uses whatever name(s) is/are in the 'First' and 'Last' name fields or the 'Company' name field of the Contacts database. If the names are accidentally put in the 'Suffix' or 'Middle' name fields, the speech recognizer will not use the correct name.

For advanced users

• Fonix VoiceDial remembers the last phone number you called for each contact, so you needn't say the phone location again. For example, once you have called a contact at home, the next time you call the same contact you may say, \"Call (first and last name).\"
• Once you are familiar with the prompts, minimize the Fonix VoiceDial display to a small bar at the top of the screen.
• Stop Fonix VoiceDial while speaking long phrases by pressing the 'Launch' button again.
• Set the user preferences to add any number you have just spoken to the contact list.
• Customize your voice prompts by replacing the wave files in \"\Program Files\Fonix\VoiceDial\SoundClips\" with your own recordings. Be sure to name the wave file with the same name as the file you are replacing.
• Speed up the overall process of making a call by turning off some of the following user preferences:
• 'Enable Extra Audio Help'
• 'Confirm Digit Dial'
• 'Confirm Call Contact'
• Manually rebuild the speech recognizer by un-checking and then re-checking any name on the contact list in the VoiceDial Settings Application.

What others are saying

• "Fonix VoiceDial offers Pocket PC and Smartphone users a natural and intuitive user interface. It is a valuable application that takes advantage of the robust features of Windows Powered devices. Fonix is a great example of a company that has capitalized on the Windows Powered software to create a solution that makes devices not only easier to use but safer in many situations, like dialing a phone number while driving." Jeff McKean, Retail Marketing Manager, Microsoft Mobile Devices Division

• Really ought to be shipped with all SPV devices - June 8, 2004 It's a great program, works really well. I wouldn't want to be without it now that I use it. See my review here. Yves Jeanrenaud, www.PocketPC.ch

• Even Recognizes Foreign Accents and Names Really Well! - April 16, 2004 This is truly an awesome product. It's great to use when driving since I don't need to use buttons to go through my address book when finding numbers. Truly makes it a "Hands Free" experience. One of the best parts is that it can recognize and pronounce most foreign names that even Americans find hard to pronounce! D, St. Louis

• AWESOME PRODUCT! - December 17, 2003 I was skeptical about how well this product would work, so I downloaded the trial version for the Motorola MPX200 Smartphone. The ease of installation along with the incredible accuracy of voice recognition make this a MUST HAVE program for anyone with a Smartphone! EXCELLENT JOB and keep up the great work! Mike, Central Florida

• A great product - December 6, 2003 Even sky diving, the VoiceDial was accurate. Now top this one. Tom, Florida

• DNX Designs Uk - December 6, 2003 Fonix is great for hands free use, especially now with the new UK laws about using your mobile in your car. Our on-site design staff thank you for an excellent product. DNX Management, Dnxworld.Filetap.com

• I have Voice Dial on my Samsung and LOVE IT! - November 19, 2003 Even on the subway platforms of NYC, it recognizes my voice commands. People stare all the time as I tell my phone what to do instead of pushing buttons! Thanks Fonix! Mark, New York City

• Just Fantastic - November 14, 2003 I have tried other voice recognition software for my T-mobile phone, but this product is the most accurate program I have found. I truly recommend this to anyone who just wants the freedom to speak to their phone and have the number dialed for you. GREAT JOB FONIX! Anonymous, Pennsylvania

• Unbelievable - October 17, 2003 This software even works when I'm driving my convertible at 90 mph! Steve, USA

• Excellent - September 16, 2003 PC Magazine

• Great Product!!! - May 7, 2003 As soon as I installed it, it became the most used application on my T-Mobile Pocket PC. A "must have" for people who drive a lot or are just plain tired of dialing. Paulo Nogueira, North Attleboro, MA

• I Love Voice Dialing - April 29, 2003 Super Product! I have used the German beta version of Fonix VoiceDial in my car on the T-Mobile PDA for four weeks, and I can only say: it is a sensational product, which I don't want to be without! Hands free and eyes free. Thanks a lot. Martin Mayer, Austria

• Great Voice Dialer - April 29, 2003 Wow, a "must have" for the PPCPE. I have used it for several months and don't know how I could live without it. Sam Patterson, Marietta, GA

• Can't Live Without It! - January 1, 2003 This is the best program (next to Omega One battery pack) that I have. I love it! A suggestion - Go into the settings and get rid of the contacts that you don't call by unchecking their box (I have a ton). It increased my recognition to 100% due to the fact that it has less numbers to confuse it with. Even before that though it was at like 98%. Alex Law

• A "Must-Have" for any Pocket PC Phone User - December 27, 2002 Believe it or not, out of the box there's no training required. I've been using it daily and have to say that it's a "must have" for any Pocket PC Phone user. The best part is that it's also speaker independent, so you can show it off to your friends and have them talking to your phone and making calls in seconds. Chief Geek, www.geek.com

Who do I contact?

• If you purchased a phone device that included Fonix VoiceDial pre-installed, contact the device manufacturer.
• Visit our trouble shooting page before contacting Fonix directly. The most common questions are answered there.
• If you purchased Fonix VoiceDial from Fonix or from a third party, contact product support if your question is not answered here. A member of the Fonix technical team will respond to your question as quickly as possible. Include as much information as possible about your device and the occurring issue, as well as the version of installed VoiceDial software.