Do you find typing on your smartphone tedious? Do you miss talking to your phone like one of the characters in the movie Her? Well, it turns out that you can. Activating voice control on your Android device is easier than you might think. Just follow these simple steps and you can start talking to your smartphone in no time!
Unlocking Android’s Speak-Easy
Voice control on Android has been around for a while, but to get it setup you’ll have to make sure you have the right version of Android. Android 4.1 and above should be good to go. If you’re on an iOS device, you’ll be out of luck.
Depending on your Android device’s manufacturer, the exact way to activate the voice control option might be slightly different. Generally speaking, you’ll have to tap the Google icon on your home screen and then search for ‘Voice’. Tap on the Voice option and you’ll likely be prompted to ‘Get Started’.
Activating Voice Control in No Time
Once you’ve enabled Voice control, you’ll be able to use your phone’s Voice search which will let you do just about anything — from making a search to playing music. You can also add an extra layer of control with Voice Match which will let you launch apps, control playback, and set alarms with your voice.
To activate Voice Match, you’ll need to install the Google app, and make sure you’re signed in with your Google account. Then, you’ll need to give the app access to your microphone, and you’re good to go!
Voice control on your Android device is a great way to take advantage of the power of your phone without having to type out every single command. Unlock Android’s Speak-Easy and activate Voice Match in no time with just a few taps!