New Aiomatic Update: Add a Talking Avatar To Your Chatbot, using D-ID API

Introduction

Welcome back to our latest update for Aiomatic! We're excited to share an incredible new feature that enhances your chatbot experience—introducing the ability to add a talking avatar, powered by D-ID's API.

What’s New?

Starting today, users can not only utilize voice responses for their chatbots but also incorporate a visual representation, allowing for a more interactive and engaging experience. D-ID specializes in creating videos featuring lifelike talking avatars that can respond based on the provided text.

How to Set Up the Talking Avatar

Setting up this feature is straightforward. Follow these steps:

Access Main Settings: Begin by navigating to your plugin's main settings.
API Keys: Locate the API keys section and search for the D-ID API key.
Add Your API Key: If you don’t have a D-ID API key, you can create an account through the provided link, log in, and find your API key in your profile details. You’ll have options to regenerate and copy it as needed.
Configure Chatbot: Go to the AI chatbot section and locate the text-to-speech/video settings. Here, select the D-ID text-to-video option.
Upload Image: You can upload an image that you want to animate, such as a photo of yourself.
Choose Voice and Tone: Select the voice provider, voice name, and tone from a list of available options. For instance, Microsoft and Amazon offer various voice types to choose from.

To see this in action, simply type a greeting like “Hello” and wait for the response. The avatar will respond with a video representation of the text.

Example Experience

As a demonstration, let’s type “Hello”. After a short wait, the chatbot responds, presenting the D-ID avatar saying, “Hello there, how may I assist you today?” The avatar is animated, making it feel as though it is expressing emotions.

Pricing Information

For those interested, D-ID offers a prepaid service model. They provide a trial option for users to test their services, with the basic ‘light’ plan available at $ 6 per month. Other pricing plans are also available at higher rates.

Upcoming Features

We are committed to enhancing your chatbot experience further. One planned update is to reposition the talking avatar to always be visible at the top of the chat window, avoiding multiple overlapping responses as new messages come in. We appreciate any feedback or suggestions you have, so feel free to share your ideas in the comments!

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FAQ

Q1: What is the new feature in Aiomatic?
A1: The new feature allows users to add a talking avatar to their chatbots using the D-ID API.

Q2: How can I set up the talking avatar?
A2: You can set it up by navigating to the API keys in the main settings, entering your D-ID API key, and configuring your chatbot with the D-ID text-to-video option.

Q3: Is there a trial version available for D-ID?
A3: Yes, D-ID offers a trial version along with a basic plan priced at $ 6 per month.

Q4: What improvements are planned for the avatar feature?
A4: Future updates aim to make the avatar consistently visible at the top of the chat to enhance user experience.

Q5: Can I choose different voices for the avatar?
A5: Yes, users can select from various voice providers and customize the tone according to preferences.