Request LOGOS to improve 'Read Aloud' and 'Show Word-by-Word' using AI.

Anthony Mankodi

If the following is not yet adequately addressed, then perhaps this might be considered as a suggestion or a discussion point to distil the ideas into a good recommendation.

If there is already a solution, then please let me know how to achieve both the features mentioned below on a MacPro.

Here is my suggestion:

I suggest that with the implementation of AI, LOGOS should incorporate the following enhancements to improve the 'Read Aloud' and 'Show Word by Word' functionalities:

1. Enhanced Read Aloud Feature:
   1. The current “Read Aloud” feature requires significant improvement in voice quality. It currently lacks emotive voice modulation, resulting in a mechanical and contrived speech experience for all LOGOS users.
   2. AI-Driven Voice Enhancement:
      1. AI-powered voice enhancement technology is now available, offering near-life-like voices with emotion. These alternatives are increasingly being made accessible across the internet, enhancing the listening experience of users and increasing the likelihood of retention.
      2. Benefit for Users with Visual Impairment:
         1. AI-enhanced read aloud features are particularly beneficial for users with visual impairments who are currently subjected to mechanical, artificial, or contrived speech.
      3. LOGOS User Freedom to Select from a Variety of Voices:
         1. LOGOS users should have the freedom to select from a diverse range of voices.
         2. LOGOS users should have the freedom to select from a diverse range of emotive expressions.
      4. 'Read Aloud' could be a common feature … Meaning that it could be designed to be used at the command of a LOGOS user, to read either a) selected text, b) to read a book on the screen, or c) to read aloud AI generated search results, if needed too … all to be decided by the user.
2. Expanded 'Show Word by Word' Feature:
   1. The 'Show Word by Word' feature (which appears just below the 'Read Aloud' feature on the 'Tool' menu, does not work with all books.
   2. The 'Show Word by Word' feature currently works only with a limited number of Bibles. It does not work with all books, (although at present, only the 'mechanical' sounding 'Read Aloud' works with all books).
   3. The 'Show Word by Word' feature must be activated to function when using any book in the owned LOGOS library. This will aid LOGOS users by enhancing their comprehension and retention across a broader range of texts by engaging the audio / visual faculties of Users. And it will certainly enhance learning skills and as I mentioned retentivity for those studying using LOGOS.

Blessings,

In Christ Jesus,

Tony.