The first question in our mind is simple: what is voice integration? If you aren't already familiar, voice integration is the act of using voice recognition software to seamlessly work with outside platforms for a streamlined process. Common examples of voice recognition include Google Voice, Amazon Alexa, Microsoft Cortana, and Apple's Siri. Each of these programs are trained to learn patterns in speech and then recognize commands and questions in order to find solutions. While this process has taken awhile to perfect, Google's machine learning algorithms have reached 95% word accuracy for the English language.

If you've ever wanted to have a conversation with your own tiny home-made computer, then your prayers have just been answered. Raspberry Pi has teamed up with Google, bringing voice integration to the Pi with a clever combination of hardware and software. Packed with the same tech that powers Google Home, the companies have released a kit that transforms a regular Raspberry Pi 3 into your very own virtual assistant. The pack contains a Voice HAT (Hardware Accessory on Top) board with a speaker and a microphone, giving Pi owners everything they need to add-in voice integration. Interestingly, this collaboration marks the first time that Google has produced something for hobbyists.