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Audiobook listeners favor AI multi-cast narration, study finds

A recent study by Edison Research, commissioned by AI audiobook company Spoken, indicates that audiobook listeners are open to trying AI-generated multi-cast narration. The research found that listeners responded favorably to this new form of narration. AI

IMPACT Suggests a potential shift in audiobook production and consumption, with listeners showing openness to AI-narrated content.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a study about user reception to AI narration, which falls under commentary on AI applications rather than a core AI release or significant industry event.

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Audiobook listeners favor AI multi-cast narration, study finds

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    New study: audiobook listeners willing to try AI multi-cast narration; rate it favorably The study was performed by Edison Research, a leader in audio market re

    New study: audiobook listeners willing to try AI multi-cast narration; rate it favorably The study was performed by Edison Research, a leader in audio market research, and commissioned by Spoken, an AI audiobook production company. https:// janefriedman.com/new-study-aud iobook-l…