BigShinyThing

According to the BBC:

Former Doctor Who actor Tom Baker is to be the voice of a talking text message service for three months. He replaces BT’s computerised voice which currently translates texts into voice messages on a landline. [... Baker comments... ] “What appeals to me most is the thought that I will be bringing good news to people whether it is a cheeky message, a birthday greeting, or just a quick hello [...] Whatever it is, hopefully my voice will bring a smile to people’s faces.”

On the BBC’s video-feed of the full interview, Baker expresses his hope that the results would be “humorous, funny and I hope touching, and romantic.” He then adds, somewhat darkly, “Of course inevitably there will be a certain amount of anarchy.”

Also note the ‘for three months’: we’re wondering if this is the start of a trend, with guest celebs getting to speak for all manner of automated services. Is Daffyd ‘only gay in the village’ soon to be fronting for the speaking clock?