Nuance Acquires SVOX; Terms Not Disclosed

Nuance Communications, Inc. NUAN today announced that it has acquired SVOX, a provider of voice solutions for in-car systems and consumer electronics. The combination of Nuance and SVOX's innovations will advance the proliferation of voice in the automotive market, and accelerate the development of new voice capabilities that enable natural, conversational interactions between consumers and their connected cars, mobile phones, and other consumer devices. The mobile industry is experiencing increased consumer demand to not only command and control in-car systems and devices through voice, but also to quickly and easily access mobile Web content, find local businesses, get directions, and create and listen to messages. Combined, Nuance and SVOX will further empower the world's leading car makers, automotive suppliers, device manufacturers and third-party developers to meet these demands head on, while customizing and differentiating their offerings with state-of-the-art voice innovations that result in the best mobile experience the industry has to offer.