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Amazon Polly

Media Country or Region United States of America
Sourced From
Partnership on AI: AI Tools for Local Newsrooms Database International Media Support (2021) 'The next wave of disruption: Emerging market media use of artificial intelligence and machine learning'. Available at: https://www.mediasupport.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/AI-ML-in-Emerging-Markets-vFinal4.pdf (Accessed March 2025).
Amazon Polly is a service that converts written text into realistic speech, enabling the creation of voice-driven applications. With its specialized newscaster voice and customizable options, it’s ideal for news organizations seeking to turn articles into audio content like podcasts or voiceovers for clips. Additionally, Polly's Brand Voice feature lets media outlets develop a unique, organization-specific voice, ensuring consistency across all digital products without tying it to any individual speaker.
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Data Visualization (Environmental data charting, 3-D modeling) Topic Development (Mockups, Storyboards, News aggregation) Automated Content Generation (Writing assistants, Grammar checkers) Technical Assistance (Remote production, Visual effects, Autonomous cameras)

#generate Create lifelike speech from written text to bring news stories to life. This enables content creators to effortlessly transform written news articles into audio formats such as podcasts, enhancing accessibility and engagement with the audience.
#personalize Develop a custom, brand-specific voice tailored to your organization's tone and style. This personalized voice adds consistency and a unique identity across all media channels, ensuring that audio content resonates with the audience.
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Deployment Type
Cloud-Based AI Service & API
Community Moderation
Does not require community manager
Difficulty Level
Requires developer
License
Proprietary
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