Sure, voice interaction with electronics is helpful in certain instances (i.e. while driving) and for a very limited number of tasks, but most of a smartphone's capabilities can only be utilized with a combination of audible/visual/tactile input and output. As many of you have pointed out, Siri or any similar technology does not allow for complete audio-only interaction with the device. I cannot see why a far-from-perfect voice recognition app would tip the scales so drastically for Apple and for so long.
Besides, Siri and related technology incourage laziness and ignorance. One should not substitute merely talking about something for actually doing it. Soon Apple cultists won't be able to read and write: Siri will handle everything for them so they can focus on important stuff, like giving Apple more money and surrendering their freedom.
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Sure, voice interaction with electronics is helpful in certain instances (i.e. while driving) and for a very limited number of tasks, but most of a smartphone's capabilities can only be utilized with a combination of audible/visual/tactile input and output. As many of you have pointed out, Siri or any similar technology does not allow for complete audio-only interaction with the device. I cannot see why a far-from-perfect voice recognition app would tip the scales so drastically for Apple and for so long. Besides, Siri and related technology incourage laziness and ignorance. One should not substitute merely talking about something for actually doing it. Soon Apple cultists won't be able to read and write: Siri will handle everything for them so they can focus on important stuff, like giving Apple more money and surrendering their freedom.