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Sesame's talking-AI app, explained — and is it worth trying?
A new iPhone app lets you chat with a remarkably human-sounding AI. Here's the rundown.
Sesame's iPhone app, launched 28 May 2026, lets you talk to a natural-sounding AI assistant.
If you've found talking to Siri or other assistants stilted and robotic, Sesame is trying to fix exactly that. Here's what its new app is and whether it's worth a look.
What makes it different
Most AI assistants sound flat or stop awkwardly while they 'think'. Sesame built special technology (its Conversational Speech Model) focused on making speech sound natural and keeping the conversation flowing. The company was started by people who previously worked at Oculus, the virtual-reality firm Meta bought.
Should you try it?
If you like the idea of chatting with an AI rather than typing — while cooking, walking or driving — it's worth a try; it launched on 28 May 2026 in 39 countries with four different AI personalities. Just remember it's an early 'preview', so it may have rough edges, and talking to an app isn't for everyone or every situation.
Sources
- Sesame, the conversational AI startup from Oculus founders, launches its iOS app — TechCrunch, 28 May 2026
- Sesame Launches iPhone Voice AI App with Four Agents — WinBuzzer, 29 May 2026