Neural Networks Retooling the Android

We used so-called artificial neural nets (ANN) in the enterprise over a decade ago for specific kinds of focused analysis of consumer data.  Inspired by the brain's infrastructure, but not attempting to use the form of real biological neurons.  The method works well, especially if you want to embed the learning in systems or devices.  Here a piece in Wired about how this influenced Android design for the delivery of voice recognition.   It is mentioned that the neural methods were used elsewhere on the Android as well.