{"id":3002,"date":"2024-03-29T11:14:09","date_gmt":"2024-03-29T11:14:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/?p=3002"},"modified":"2024-03-29T20:25:09","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T20:25:09","slug":"hume-ai-evi-reactions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/hume-ai-evi-reactions\/","title":{"rendered":"Initial Reactions to Hume\u2019s Empathic AI Chatbot are Astonishing"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The world of generative AI was highly amazed when Hume unveiled their conversational AI named EVI (Empathic Voice Interface). The EVI can identify more than 24 distinct emotions from a person&#8217;s voice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>AI chatbots have kept on levelling up the game for the past few months. Apple announced its latest AI model named <a href=\"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/apple-mm1-insights\/\">MM1<\/a>, OpenAI introduced the <a href=\"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/chatgpt-read-aloud\/\">Read Aloud feature to ChatGPT<\/a> in the days to come and now we have a highly developed Conversation AI widget offered by Hume AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What is Hume EVI?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Empathic Voice Interface (EVI) by Hume is an emotional intelligence conversational AI that can recognize the user&#8217;s speech tone and distinguish itself by giving each interaction more nuance and customizing its responses.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EVI employs the user&#8217;s tone of voice, which gives each word additional meaning, to inform its speech and language. Their API allows developers to create speech interfaces for any kind of application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>EVI comes with several groundbreaking features and is looking to change the landscape of conversational AI forever. Here are some of its features:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Based on your expressions, EVI responds in a human-like tone of voice<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EVI responds to your expressions in a way that best meets your requirements and enhances your interaction experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Because EVI uses your voice tone for cutting-edge end-of-turn detection, it knows when to speak.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When interrupted, EVI pauses but resumes where it left off.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>EVI learns to bring you happiness by using your responses to gradually better yourself<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Since it&#8217;s free and open to use, many people are trying it, and the reactions are quite amusing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to access Hume&#8217;s EVI?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>EVI is set to be released to the general public in April 2024 but anyone can try the demo by visiting demo.hume.ai.<\/strong> Developers will have access to a cutting-edge tool for producing sympathetic and immersive voice interfaces. <\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"482\" src=\"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-1024x482.png\" alt=\"Hume EVI Interface Demo \" class=\"wp-image-3008\" srcset=\"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-1024x482.png 1024w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-300x141.png 300w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-768x362.png 768w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-1536x723.png 1536w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-750x353.png 750w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1-1140x537.png 1140w, https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Screenshot-436-1-1.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>However, developers who are keen to get early access to the EVI API can fill out <a href=\"https:\/\/share.hsforms.com\/15hCR14R4S-e-dlMwN42tkwcjsur\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/share.hsforms.com\/15hCR14R4S-e-dlMwN42tkwcjsur\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">this form<\/a> and indicate their interests and purpose for using EVI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Voice assistant is also available as a widget on their official website where you can access it for a preview.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Initial Reactions to Hume\u2019s EVI<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We curated some reactions from tech enthusiasts and developers worldwide who got access to the latest cutting-edge EVI feature from Hume AI\u2019s chatbot. The reactions were mixed, where some highly praised the state-of-the-art voice assistant but others criticized the model for some shortcomings. Let\u2019s dive into them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1) A Mixture of Emotions<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alex Volkov, Founder and CEO of Targum Video, tried out Hume\u2019s EVI tool. This experiment was pretty amazing as Alex gave several voice inputs across a diverse range of emotions starting from anger where he experimentally stated that he was not at all happy with the EVI. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This was followed by his second input where he used a sad expressive voice stating how hectic Mondays are and lastly, he gave his self-intro to EVI integrated with a vibrant and happy music audio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can see the full interaction here below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=center><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Just tested Hume&#39;s empathic voice, and it&#39;s pretty surprised, sad, embarrassed, perplexed, excited !<br><br>It both analyzes my voice for many emotional categories but also generates multiple emotions and voices. It switches often as well! <br><br>Here&#39;s my blind reaction before <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/thursdAI?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#thursdAI<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/D7jScoYPHp\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/t.co\/D7jScoYPHp<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/ttuRgBmPYx\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/ttuRgBmPYx<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Alex Volkov (Thursd\/AI) (@altryne) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/altryne\/status\/1773028549089259727?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 27, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hume\u2019s EVI did an excellent job throughout the interaction successfully identifying and analyzing Alex\u2019s voice and the emotions behind it. It similarly responded with a mixture of emotions starting from surprise, sadness, embarrassment, perplexity, and excitement.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most amazing thing was that the EVI knew exactly when to switch the response voice and emotions, adjusting to Alex\u2019s moods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2)&nbsp;A Pleasant and Warm Voice<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another user on X, named Saikiran Appalla tested Hume\u2019s voice assistant. Although he didn\u2019t upload any interaction with the tool, he stated that EVI\u2019s voice is based on Matt Forte, the Creative Director of Hume. He also further added that the voice was warm, curious, and expressive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=center><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\"><a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hume_ai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@hume_ai<\/a> is awesome, Just was checking on the Voice of Hume &amp; the reason for it , So it is Based on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/fatsmorte?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@fatsmorte<\/a> the Creative Director of Hume AI definitely the voice is Warm , Curious &amp; Expressive , Which really elevates the EVI , Can\u2019t wait for the EVI\u2019s Public Access on April!! <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/8t9rx0xw7h\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/8t9rx0xw7h<\/a><\/p>&mdash; saikiran appalla (@saikiranappall) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/saikiranappall\/status\/1773492875441086953?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 28, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a highly advanced strategy from Hume. The main thing that matters in a voice assistant is the nature of its voice. Such a warm and pleasant voice is already doing wonders in captivating and attracting users for an amazing interaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3) A Bizarre Experience<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ryan Morrison, an AI Editor at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tomsguide.com\/ai\/i-had-a-conversation-with-evi-the-new-empathic-ai-voicebot-from-hume\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tom\u2019s Guide<\/a>, experimented with Hume\u2019s EVI and he described that the experience was Bizarre. Ryan was creeped out at how accurate the voice assistant was at figuring out his emotions but to his surprise, the EVI even predicted that Ryan didn\u2019t have breakfast based on their conversation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>&#8220;At one point, I asked it if it could tell whether I\u2019d had breakfast based on the conversation up to that point, and it said my tone was \u201cpeckish and determined,\u201d so I likely skipped breakfast. It was 100% correct as my breakfast of choice was strong coffee. It responded, \u201cIf you ever need a virtual breakfast buddy, I\u2019m always here to brighten up your morning routine. Although I\u2019ll have to pass on the actual coffee, I wouldn\u2019t want to short-circuit these circuits.&#8221;<\/p>\n<cite>-Ryan Morrison<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p>Ryan also stated that its ability to perfectly capture and analyze human emotions was uncanny. <strong>The only thing that could differentiate between EVI and Humans was that the former was a bit late in its responses and had to generate and process before it gave out a response.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the full interaction between Ryan and Hume\u2019s EVI:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=center><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I had a conversation with <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hume_ai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@hume_ai<\/a> new AI voicebot EVI and it was a bizarre experience. <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/RNzloEcvWT\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/t.co\/RNzloEcvWT<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/Aw4my8uKOF\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/Aw4my8uKOF<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Ryan Morrison (@RyanMorrisonJer) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/RyanMorrisonJer\/status\/1773350637612175496?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 28, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Ryan\u2019s test with EVI leaves a major question in front of all of us. Are we really on the verge of an AI apocalypse? Maybe not now. But with the way AI has been advancing, soon humans may be on the verge of getting replaced by AI.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4) Trying a Prank on Hume\u2019s EVI<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A user named Tahsin Amio tried a prank with Hume\u2019s EVI. He initiated the conversation by saying \u201cI put a cockroach on you\u201d and he asked Hume for a reaction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tahsin was amazed at how accurate Hume was at analyzing the prank statement and it gave highly expressive responses across anger, disgust, fear, and perplexity. It even figured out that Tahsin was pranking it as the EVI said \u201cHow about we put our heads together and come up with a prank that\u2019s a little less creepy-crawly?\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=center><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-media-max-width=\"560\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">I put a cockroach \ud83e\udeb3 on <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hume_ai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@hume_ai<\/a> &#39;s EVI<br><br>Its vocal expressions blew my mind \ud83e\udd2f <br>Try it here -&gt; <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/qGp1IgWDQy\" target=\"_blank\">https:\/\/t.co\/qGp1IgWDQy<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/8p9l25xeAh\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/8p9l25xeAh<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Tahsin Amio (@TahsinAmio) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TahsinAmio\/status\/1773088739767488632?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 27, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In the end, the EVI even continued to justify its hatred for cockroaches and stated that it was more of a dog person. Overall, the choice of words and emotions in Hume\u2019s voice assistant gives us an idea of how far and advanced the tool has been developed to meet human interaction requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5) A Complete 30-minute Interaction<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>A user on X named Kairos did a 30-minute interaction with Hume\u2019s EVI. Although the interaction wasn\u2019t uploaded, the user stated that the tool was very accurate in detecting emotions and also proactively asked questions back.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div align=center><blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Just spoke with Evi for 30 minutes straight.<br><br>Very accurate emotion-detection via tone of voice<br><br>Proactively asks questions back<br><br>Often recommends \u201cbrainstorming\u201d to get more input<br><br>Can be sarcastic and detect sarcasm easily<br><br>Feels like the early phases of \u201cHer\u201d<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hume_ai?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@hume_ai<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/MpQP5dImA8\" target=\"_blank\">pic.twitter.com\/MpQP5dImA8<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Kairos (@vibezz777) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/vibezz777\/status\/1773203143146283195?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March 28, 2024<\/a><\/blockquote> <script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The user also stated that the tool was both good at sarcasm and detecting it, and it also used a certain level of brainstorming to get more input.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Hume\u2019s EVI is just the beginning of what a voice assistant AI can do. Its emotion-analyzing feature is just beyond words and it gives us an idea of how far humans have developed generative AI. Although the user reactions have been mixed, we can\u2019t help but admire the state-of-the-art technology.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Here are the initial reactions and insights about Hume AI&#8217;s Empathic Voice Interface, along with how to access it.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":15,"featured_media":3016,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"jnews-multi-image_gallery":[],"jnews_single_post":null,"jnews_primary_category":{"id":"","hide":""},"footnotes":""},"categories":[57],"tags":[56,142,141],"class_list":["post-3002","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-ai","tag-ai","tag-evi","tag-hume"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3002","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/15"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3002"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3002\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":3074,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3002\/revisions\/3074"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3016"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3002"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3002"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/favtutor.com\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3002"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}