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Block’s new voice model sounds eerily human

Block’s new voice model sounds eerily human
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Block explained that its new voice model is capable of running locally on a MacBook M4 Max.

Key points

  • •Block has developed a new voice model.
  • •The model can run locally on a MacBook M4 Max.
  • •The model is noted for its human-like and natural voice.
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