Bengaluru-based startup Ather Energy has started rolling out its Voice on Ather feature for eligible customers, which enables voice-based interactions on select electric scooters through an OTA software update. This functionality is available on Ather 450X, 450 Apex, and Rizzta Z equipped with Gen 3 hardware or newer. This rollout does not extend to the 450S and Rizta S. Eligible owners are getting this feature through the company’s OTA update program.First demonstrated at Ather Community Day 2025 as part of the EtherStack 7 platform, the feature allows riders to use natural voice commands to access navigation, vehicle settings, calling functions, and media controls. The system is powered by large language models and natural language processing technology, and is developed to understand conversational speech and Indian accents.The feature works with Ather’s Halo smart helmet as well as compatible Bluetooth headsets. Riders can use voice prompts to search for destinations, locate nearby charging stations, check arrival times, adjust screen brightness, switch traction control modes, and modify Magic Twist regenerative braking settings.Users can also make phone calls, manage notifications and control music playback via voice commands, reducing the need to interact with the scooter’s touchscreen during the ride. According to Ather, it aims to improve accessibility and reduce distractions on the go.Ather also outlined plans to expand the functionality in future software updates. The company says the system will eventually move beyond command-based interactions and begin actively communicating with riders. Planned features could include alerts for potholes, tire pressure, ParkSafe notifications and other vehicle or road-condition updates.With the introduction of Voice on Ather, the company is further expanding the connected features available on its electric scooters, bringing voice-based interaction to a segment where such technology is relatively uncommon.
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