Abstract: The present document describes a method and system for placing a call through an Internet Protocol (IP) network, from a contact voice interface device for use by a contact user located in a first geographical area, to a subscribed voice interface device for use by a subscribed user located in a second geographical area, each geographical area defined by an area in which a local call can be made.

Abstract: The present document describes a method and system for providing services during a call established between a user making the call and a contact. The call being established using a voice interface device having a key. The method comprises: providing an electronic assistant in a background mode; using the key to produce a summoning signal; upon detection of the summoning signal, summoning the electronic assistant to a foreground mode; issuing a command to the electronic assistant for the provision of a service; and upon detection of the command, providing the service.

Abstract: The present document describes a method and system for placing a VoIP call from a user using a user voice interface device in a given geographical area to a contact using a contact voice interface device in a distant geographical area.