Talk to Your Vending Machine—Instant, Hygienic, On‑Device Voice AI
Overview
Add natural, voice-first purchase experiences to vending machines. Process wake words and intent fully on-device for hygiene, speed, and privacy.
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- Custom wake words like "Hey Blue"
- Zero‑latency voice interactions in milliseconds
- Voice never leaves the browser or device
- Works across accents and languages
- Lightweight—runs on MCUs to kiosks
- Predictable, usage-based licensing—no per-command cloud fees
👤 Who this is for
Use Case Scenarios
Touch-Free Item Selection
In a public place, users want to purchase without touching anything.
- Vending machine picks item instantly—no contact required
Price & Inventory Queries
Users or operators need quick info.
- Voice agent responds immediately with prices or stock info—live data interaction
Reorder Notifications
Operators need to manage inventory.
- On-device voice AI connects to backend inventory—alerts or reorders triggered—efficient restocking
Key benefits
- Hygienic, touch-free interactions—reduces germ transmission
- Instant responsiveness—voice actions in milliseconds
- Fully private—no voice or personal data is uploaded
- Accurate across accents—trained for real-world diversity
- Predictable Licensing—No per-command charges; usage-based pricing
- Runs on minimal hardware—no cloud, no heavy infrastructure
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Frequently asked questions
Voice-first vending removes the need to touch shared surfaces like buttons and screens. This reduces germ transmission, especially in high-traffic areas like airports, gyms, and stations. It's a simple upgrade that supports public health and user confidence.
Yes—Picovoice models are built to perform in loud, echo-prone settings. Whether it's chatter, announcements, or engine noise, the system isolates and understands commands reliably.
Absolutely. Users can ask things like "How much is item 12?" or "Do you have water?" and Rhino will map the query to your inventory API. It's fast, intuitive, and enhances customer experience.
All voice processing happens locally on-device or in the browser. No voice data is transmitted or stored externally, ensuring privacy and user confidence.
Picovoice works on small-footprint processors, embedded Linux boards, MCUs, MPUs, and standard vending kiosk systems. No expensive cloud infrastructure is needed.
Voice commands are not metered per interaction. Picovoice offers usage-based licensing, so machines can process unlimited voice inputs within the selected plan tier.