Waze tests voice reporting feature for traffic incidents

theverge.com October 31, 2024, 05:01 PM UTC

Summary: Waze is testing a new voice reporting feature that allows users to report traffic incidents by speaking naturally. This feature will first be available to trusted testers before a global rollout in the coming months.

Users can tap a reporting button and describe incidents, such as traffic jams. The app will use AI to understand the report and may ask follow-up questions for clarification.

Currently, users can only report incidents by navigating through the app, which can be inconvenient while driving. The voice feature is initially available in English on Android and iOS.

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