FunctionalityĪfter launching the application, you are welcomed to the world of Bonzi.
The voice is called Sydney and is taken from a Lernout and Hauspie Microsoft Speech API 4.0 package. The final version features an original character called Bonzi, who uses a text-to-speech engine to interact with you. The software relies on the Microsoft Agent technology similar to Office Assistant, and originally sported Peedy, a green parrot. However, the installation files are available on the developer’s website. The project was released in 1999 and was discontinued in 2004. It is even possible to compare prices on the products you want to purchase online and save money. This desktop companion will share jokes and facts, manage downloads, sing songs, and simply talk to you. BonziBUDDY is a free program for Windows that provides you with a virtual assistant, taking the form of a purple gorilla.
