Storyboard: “Voice AI — Friend or Foe?”
Video Type: Informative Video Essay
Length: ~3 minutes
Tone: Neutral, investigative, educational
Audience: General public, students, tech professionals
Introduction
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“Voice assistants are everywhere — from your phone to your home. But what are they really doing for us … and to us?”
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Voice AI robots, humans interacting with voice ai.
The Rise of Voice AI
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“Advances in artificial intelligence have made voice recognition nearly flawless.
Today, millions rely on it for reminders, navigation, and home automation.
What started as a novelty has quietly become a daily habit — shaping how we interact with technology itself.
This seamless integration has fundamentally changed our relationship with our devices, making them feel less like tools and more like companions.
But as we grow more dependent on these systems, it’s crucial to look beyond the convenience and understand the full picture.”
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Humans interacting with voice ai and using it to communicate
Benefits and Promise (00:56–1:35)
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“For many, voice AI is a bridge. It empowers people with disabilities, boosts productivity, and strengthens human connection.
From students dictating notes hands-free, to seniors calling family with a simple phrase — voice technology makes digital life more accessible than ever.
Think about a busy parent managing a household with just a few spoken commands, or a visually impaired user navigating the internet with ease.
It’s a powerful tool for inclusion, breaking down barriers and opening up new possibilities for people from all walks of life.
The potential to enhance our daily lives is truly immense.”
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Seniors, others different languages using voice AI to communicate
The Hidden Dangers
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“But every convenience comes with a cost. Every word you speak to a voice assistant becomes data — stored, analyzed, and often sold.
That data can reveal habits, emotions, even locations.
The same systems that make life easier can also erode privacy and enable surveillance.
It’s a trade-off few users fully understand.
When you ask for a recipe, you’re not just getting cooking instructions; you’re also providing information about your dietary preferences.
When you ask for directions, you’re sharing your whereabouts.
This constant stream of personal information creates a detailed profile that can be used in ways we might not anticipate or approve of.”
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Shows pernicious seeming voice AI machines, listening, and noting everything
Scene 5 — The Ethical Crossroads (2:11–2:40)
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“The challenge isn’t just technical — it’s ethical. Each voice command carries a choice between control and convenience.
Are we still in charge of our technology, or are we teaching it too much about us?
We need to ask ourselves tough questions: Who owns our voice data? How is it being protected?
And what are the long-term consequences of inviting these listening devices into the most private corners of our lives?
This is the critical conversation we need to be having as a society.”
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Scales weighing control and convenience, signifying the dilemma of voice AI
Scene 6 — Conclusion (2:41–3:00)
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“Voice AI isn’t good or evil. It’s a mirror — reflecting our own intentions.
The future of this technology depends not on what it can do, but on how wisely we choose to use it.
Thank you for watching, and I hope you found my essay informative and insightful.”
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Shows futuristic scenes of voice AI applications, thanks the listener/watcher
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| Time (minute in tape noted) | Take | Duration (length of the shot) | Description (what you see) | Comments |
| 0:00 | 1 | 7s | Voice AI machines | |
| 0:07 | 1 | 5s | Voice AI graph/analytics | |
| 0:12 | 1 | 5s | Man using voice AI | |
| 0:17 | 1 | 7s | Trendline showing more advanced voice AI | |
| 0:24 | 1 | 9s | Cartoonish man using voice AI | |
| 0:33 | 1 | 6s | Man surrounded by computers | |
| 0:39 | 1 | 7s | Pictures showing applications of voice AI | |
| 0:46 | 1 | 10s | Senior using voice AI, student taking notes with it | |
| 0:56 | 1 | 9s | Shows blind woman | |
| 1:05 | 1 | 6s | Smiling people using voice AI | |
| 1:11 | 1 | 5s | Screens in cities | |
| 1:16 | 1 | 6s | Voice AI machine on table | |
| 1:22 | 1 | 4s | Shows the storage of data | |
| 1:26 | 1 | 9s | One side man smiling, other dark figure | |
| 1:35 | 1 | 8s | Chef with recipes | |
| 1:43 | 1 | 3s | Phone with map | |
| 1:46 | 1 | 8s | Brain with things going into it | |
| 1:54 | 1 | 7s | Scale with convenience vs control | |
| 2:01 | 1 | 5s | Man in front of microphone with question marks | |
| 2:06 | 1 | 6s | Magnifying glass over info | |
| 2:12 | 1 | 7s | House surrounded by microphones | |
| 2:19 | 1 | 4s | People sitting around table | |
| 2:23 | 1 | 5s | Man in mirror | |
| 2:28 | 1 | 6s | Futuristic setting | |
| 2:34 | 1 | 6s | Screen thanking watcher |
*Additional Acknowledgements: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Cuaeq0IKimkphNZQHXWvGxMqP8DGjl3UriaQBkt4PBM/edit?usp=sharing
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