To create their digital avatar, users will record a video of themselves talking, which Zoom’s AI will translate into a digital clone—complete with a head, arms, and shoulders—that mirrors their appearance and voice. They then write what they want their digital clone to say, and Zoom will generate audio—using their video clip—that syncs with the avatar's lip movements, allowing them to send video updates to teammates. The avatars—which will be available early next year—should facilitate “asynchronous” chat among teams, and Zoom’s end goal is to allow employees to send their “digital twin” to meetings in their place.
