Smart headphones

ABSTRACT

In this paper, we describe the "smart headphones" system, which detects and relays speech sounds in the environment through the user's headphones. This allows the user to be aware of speech events and remain involved in conversations while using headphones.

REFERENCES

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INDEX TERMS

Primary Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.5 Sound and Music Computing
          Subjects: Systems

Additional Classification:
  H. Information Systems
  H.5 INFORMATION INTERFACES AND PRESENTATION (I.7)
      H.5.2 User Interfaces (D.2.2, H.1.2, I.3.6)
          Subjects: User-centered design; Auditory (non-speech) feedback

General Terms:
Algorithms, Design, Human Factors

Keywords:
auditory awareness, headphones, speech processing