VoxCommando

VoxCommando is a speech recognition and command utility that interfaces with other applications, with a particular emphasis on multimedia software such as XBMC

It is also geared towards providing total voice control of your home by working in concert with various home automation products.

VoxCommando is different from other speech recognition applications in that it is extremely customizable. Set it up in a few minutes. Spend years having fun with it, experimenting with ways to make it suit your style. As one of our forum members puts it: "It's a shame I have to work to pay my bills or I'd be all day tinkering with Vox. "

VoxCommando does not usually require training. With a good microphone you can start using it immediately after installation. However, you will most likely want to customize it to your liking, and in some cases a bit of quick training can help improve the experience, especially if you have an accent.