Tater – Tater v73
🥔 Tater v73 — “Clean Signals” is here! 🎤✨
If you’ve been looking for a way to run a fully private, local-native AI assistant without sending your data to the cloud, Tater is a must-watch. Powered by the Hydra planning engine, it uses a structured four-headed loop (Perception, Action, Judgment, and Speech) to execute complex tasks via local LLMs like Ollama or LM Studio. It’s a powerhouse for anyone building a modular, privacy-first AI stack that integrates with everything from Home Assistant to macOS and even OG Xbox!
The latest update focuses on polishing the feedback loop between Tater and your hardware satellites to make interactions feel much more intuitive.
What’s New in v73:
- Smart Tool Signaling: The updated firmware (VoicePE & Satellite1) now explicitly notifies connected devices the moment a tool is being called. 🛠️
New “Tool Mode” Animation: We’ve added a specific animation state for satellites during tool calls. This creates a much clearer visual flow: Listen → Think → Tool Call (Animation) → Reply.*
- Zero Breaking Changes: Everything remains backward compatible! If you aren’t using the new Tater tool markers, standard ESPHome voice behavior stays exactly as it was. 🔄
- Seamless Home Assistant Integration: No extra configuration required. Home Assistant will continue to communicate normally, and devices will simply revert to standard behavior if a tool marker isn’t detected.
This update is all about making the interaction between your AI brain and your physical hardware feel more responsive and transparent! 🚀