Press Releases

2008

SpeechCycle and Tellme Power Next Generation Enterprise Speech Self-Service
SpeechCycle standardizes on future-proof Tellme platform for on-demand speech applications
July 8, 2008

Tellme Opens Voice Services Platform for Microsoft Contact Center Partners
New partner program creates end-to-end speech-enabled contact center solutions for enterprise customer service
July 8, 2008

Tellme Makes On-the-Go Information a Word Away: Say It and Get It, Right on Your Screen
Delivers local results using GPS with Live Search and Fandango Movie Info. Launches first on BlackBerry phones.
April 23, 2008

¿Hablas Español? Tellme Connects Domino's to Spanish Speakers
The first dedicated toll-free number for automated pizza ordering in Spanish. One of the most advanced features is the ability to offer personalized options based on the caller's order history.
February 28, 2008

Helio's Mysto launches with one-button access to the Tellme Service
Helio today released Mysto™, an ultra-thin slider featuring a large, reflective mirror-like screen, a svelte, sapphire blue body and electrostatic keys that make the device shiver when pressed. Mysto also debuts two new Helio GPS search services, WHERE™ and Tellme™, adding to Helio's burgeoning portfolio of GPS-enabled services.
January 16, 2008

2007

Tellme wins CNET "Webware 100" Award for Mobile Applications
Readers and users voted for Tellme by Mobile in online polls.
June 19, 2007

Microsoft Completes Acquisition of Tellme Networks
Learn More about Microsoft Unified Communications
Acquisition to accelerate speech innovation.
May 7, 2007

Tellme Launches Mobile Search for Everyone
Popular Voice Service Enhanced With New Features and Richer Experience.
April 16, 2007

Microsoft to Acquire Tellme Networks
Combined expertise will bring the power of voice technology to everyday life.
March 14, 2007

Tellme Brings World's Largest Voice Platform To The Mobile Screen; Enables Breakthrough "Voice & Visual" User Interface For Mobile Devices
TuVox and Viecore Named First Tellme Partners; Companies Specialize in Helping any Business Build and Deploy Voice Applications on the Tellme Platform.
February 22, 2007

A Sweet Reason To Text Message
Find Chocolate or Flowers Near You by Texting Tellme.
February 1, 2007

2006

Find Out When Santa Is Coming To Town
A Gift From Tellme, Call 1-800-555-TELL And Just Say "Santa"
December 22, 2006

Tellme To Power All Cingular Wireless 411 Calls
Expanded Relationship Focuses On Enhancing 411 with Personalization and Mobile Search Services.
October 9, 2006

The 411 On 411: New Study Uncovers Key Generational And Gender Specific Behaviors When Calling 411 To Search For A Business
Mobility Drives 411 Use, Types of Calls Reflect Varied Lifestyles, But Pizza is Loved by All.
August 21, 2006

TELLME Surpasses 100 Million Voice Searches Per Month
With Faster Access to Information, Mobile Voice Searches Lead Mobile Data Searches 6 to 1.
August 21, 2006

Avie Tevanian Joins Tellme's Board of Directors
Appointment Adds World-Class Experience In Products and Platforms To Tellme's Team.
May 8, 2006

Cingular Launches Rowdy: Racing 'Radio' on your Cingular Phone
On-demand, interactive show delivers daily news, interviews, and insight from the world of stock car racing.
May 2, 2006

2005

Skype Opens Marketplace for Voice Services: Skype Partners with Tellme
Skype Launches Its Voice Services Program, Creating New Revenue Opportunities for Content Providers Worldwide.
September 8, 2005

VoiceXML.org: Tellme Joins VoiceXML Forum Board
Intel, Loquendo, ScanSoft, Tellme and Verizon Join VoiceXML Forum Board of Directors.
February 5, 2005

2004

Verizon's New 411 System: Is It a Live Operator, or Is It 'Darby'?
Self-Service System Brings LAtest Speech Recognition Tools to New York to Better Serve Customers.
July 14, 2004