Global travel search engine Skyscanner has created a skill for Alexa, the cloud-based voice service behind Amazon Echo, where it is now possible to search for flights using a simple voice conversation.
Skyscanner is the first travel search engine to partner with Amazon to integrate the Skyscanner flights API into Alexa.
Speak to Alexa to search for flights through Skyscanner. (Image credit: youtube.com)
This integration allow users to ask Alexa to search Skyscanner for flight travel options through Amazon Echo – the hands free device that connects to Alexa to provide information, answer questions, play music or read the news.
The Skyscanner skill enables Alexa to suggest flights based on a simple conversation with her about upcoming travel plans. She provides the best option found based on the information the user provides. Results from the search will be sent to a device for booking.
“We believe conversational integration is an important evolution feature for the travel industry, and now with our inclusion in Alexa we are making travel planning even easier,” said David Low, head of developer advocacy for Skyscanner.
Rob Pulciani, director for Amazon Alexa, added: “Companies like Skyscanner can use our Alexa Skills Kit to create all new experiences for customers, allowing them to interact with their services in more natural, intuitive ways.”
The Skyscanner skill is available now in the US through any device using Alexa, including Amazon Echo, and the all-new Fire TV.
Watch the video of Amazon Echo below:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KkOCeAtKHIc&feature=youtu.be
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