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Quickly search your phone, the web, and nearby locations by speaking, instead of typing. Call your contacts, get directions, and control your phone with Voice Actions.
Note: Voice Actions is only available in US English for now.
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Carl Baker
Crazy Got to give it 5 stars just because it installs and works on 4.4.2 kit kat with sense 6 lol ....never ever been able to install it on other sense phones ....and its not been updated since 2011 ....crazy !!
Cathy Pope
More garbage... Why do I HAVE an app like this? It doesn't work right and I DO NOT NEED it but I can't get rid of it! Verizon must need it for some reason....big brother watching us??
Aryan Panhekar
Sony Xperia J Not good....I know I shouldn't say this but I'm an Indian..and we have many Indian names and this voice search can't recognize the names
jenny floyd
I'm deaf I don't need voice search how I UN install this it's stuck n stay @my cell phone. There is no uninstall I simply UN Check auto update.
A Google User
Types wrong It does not always type what you say, it ignored wigan when sending scores & will not do mick either so puts others words or similar sentences without
A Google User
Works great, but the help file wasn't helpful! I'm only rating this 4 stars because of the fact that I had to troubleshoot this and the voice search app itself should have a disclaimer saying that you will only get partial functionality unless you have gmail contacts in your contact list rather than me spending weeks trying to figure out why it's not working! Your contacts MUST BE GMAIL CONTACTS in order for the app to function! So you have to have the gmail app as well as have a gmail account associated with your phone for this to work properly. All of your contacts must also be saved as gmail contacts rather than phone contacts. Then you can use any of the commands that it shows in the help video.
User reviews
Types wrong It does not always type what you say, it ignored wigan when sending scores & will not do mick either so puts others words or similar sentences without
Works great, but the help file wasn't helpful! I'm only rating this 4 stars because of the fact that I had to troubleshoot this and the voice search app itself should have a disclaimer saying that you will only get partial functionality unless you have gmail contacts in your contact list rather than me spending weeks trying to figure out why it's not working! Your contacts MUST BE GMAIL CONTACTS in order for the app to function! So you have to have the gmail app as well as have a gmail account associated with your phone for this to work properly. All of your contacts must also be saved as gmail contacts rather than phone contacts. Then you can use any of the commands that it shows in the help video.
Comes on when I play The dam thing comes on when I play music or audio books all the time by its self that sucks and you can't turn it off or delet it .
It needs more work I like how its suppose to work. But in reality I can never get my contact for call or text. I also can't listen to music from my phone app. I have to use YouTube or the internet. I would really like it if this is fixed. Thanks for your consideration -LG revolution
Duane-Can't use app My sentiments are the same as Shawn (6-22-2012). It was great on my HTC Evo, but now I have the HTC Evo LTE and it shows that I have the app loaded, but I can't access it to use it or delete it. I've loaded voice search advanced, and it works fine. Sorry, but the app is no good unless I can use it.
HTC wildfire S It works well. But it needs proper pronounciation of English Words. And it can not take up longer sentances.
No good this app is too slow we should be having apps that are faster and can recognize any type a speech being in the 21st century this app is primitive maybe we should rely more on the chinese that are better educated than the americans I'm sure they have something that can blow the american technology out of this world don't get this app but unfortunly it's an app that is forced upon my phones.
It didn't work I've only used this once and stopped using it because it didn't work. Oh well...it was an okay Siri knock off attempt though Google Play :)
Good,bt nt the perfec ! It's good but not perfect Like siri, nd other in ics,or jelly bean or high end dvcs. Pls put Ur eyes on Gingerbread Users google! We Are not getting updates.
Now deaf Worked great once, now can't hear me. 80% of requests now return a laughable "speak louder" response. My mic works fine - software sux. -htc incredibl
Useless without data connection What is the use of voice commands app if it cannot be used 'on the go'? I dont have any free data on my phone contract and paying for the data useage is too expensive. Also I cant use voice commands in the car (where I most need it!) so overall its just rubbish. Id uninstall if I could. Wish I had stuck with my Motorola atrix now. It worked with in car hands free system via the voice command system in the Motorola software WITHOUT this cr@p app
Beware of this app Google's apps steal data and they also use their apps to help the phone companies to make more money of you because these apps make phone calls without your permission. Do you people ever read the persimmons before installing?
Good at first This needs alot of improvement but it's ok, I have uninstalled it tho cuz it just kept annoying me by doin the wrong thing etc it sent random txts :@
Works poorly on LG motion 4G Has issues with recognizing differently spelled names - ex- Cris instead of Chris. Or Mandee instead of Mandy. Also unlike in the video shown..if I don't say the entire sentence I want to speak...text or email...that's it...if I only say part of the message, an click the icon to say more...all it says is "no matches found"...for words it says that. Also what good is a voice text program where u have to be on wifi or data when its on the cellular network. Robin works better atm and it works off voice search.
ICS version: Takes too much screen space. I just got the Samsung Galaxy S 3 and I was hoping to add the Voice Actions app. My Evo 4G has it and the icon is a 1x1 which allows room for 3 other icons in the row. But with ICS, the only Voice Search (actions) is in the form of a 1x4 WIDGET. I don't want (or need) such a huge space-hogging icon on my screen. And since it's a system program, I can't uninstall the WIDGET and install the APP from the Market.
Warning Stay as far away from google apps as possible.Why do they need to record phone calls take pics and vids spontaneously without you knowing?Big brother!
Careful Only works some of the runs and I usually get a server error problem. It becomes less and less worth it to gave this app when it doesn't work.
I have no personalised options? Remember to set language to English US if you want voice actions to work not just search.
I never review apps. This app has ruined my phone. It goes on on its own and will not shut off. I cannot use my phone anymore. (Nexus S)
gets my comments right about 95 percent of the time in fact I was able to use it features to write this comment. as you can see it's not 100 percent accurate but close enough. my only problem is figuring how to add punctuation.
If your having problems with voice actions... Found this one possible solution on a forum somewhere: ensure the app is set to "English (US)"... 1. Load the Voice Search app and press the "menu" button. 2. Select "Settings" 3. Select "Language" and choose "English (US)" Amazing app, gets top marks from me! HTC Wildfire, Android 2.2.1
Awesome Google has been kicking butt at voice recognition long before siri..and still prevails! Check our the YouTube video comparing siri vs voice search see who is better!
Tedious and unwilling to adapt Voice commands could be great, especially in the car. However, the microphone expects you to place the phone to your head like you're taking a private call, which most of the time you'll want to use it in a "hands free" config. It doesn't default to a speaker phone situation or adapt (well). Yell at the phone all you want and the Mic hardly even registers. Maybe on the second or third try and it boosts the Mic gain. More of a novelty than a time saver or safety feature. Disappointing.
Another example of Google not accepting Customer decision. I used to be able to use Motorola MotoSpeak and Voice Commands from my Command One Motorola Bluetooth and liked both of those better than this Google flop. Problem is Google Jelly Bean blocks their use because again they choose not to hear their customers!
poor not even worth a star cant update as i have deleted all stock apps and still dont have enough room, you might aswell say that anybody not willing to shell out big money for a new phone will no longer get updates, please provide slimline updates for us common people who cant afford the brand new phones
Awsome I use this app more then any other app on the phone. The one thing I would like to see them add is the feature like what the Galaxy S3 has with being able to answer or decline and incoming call with your voice. Other then that I love this app
Weird!!!!! 391 cheats looked at the forum i am not so Like i am not some cc virgin but seriously 391 is out for money.... Had all sorts of3+ moves and lives on my fb and got them stole now i know not to accept this game is out for cash Ps.... Passed 391 with 239800 with a 25 candy crush and still didnt win!!!! ;7
I DONT WANT THIS I don't want this app, I don't use it, it takes up space that I need for other things that are useful to me but I can't erase it! I don't have much memory in my phone and I can't afford a new one! You shouldn't force me to have this app, hangouts, maps and lot of others! Please make it optional!
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What's New
* Bugfixes
Additional information
Updated
June 21, 2011
Size
2.2M
Installs
100,000,000 - 500,000,000
Current Version
2.1.4
Requires Android
2.2 and up
Content Rating
Low Maturity
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Inbox by Gmail
Inbox by Gmail requires an invite. Email inbox@google.com to request one.
Your email inbox should help you live and work better, but instead it often buries the important stuff and creates more stress than it relieves. Inbox, built by the Gmail team, keeps things organized and helps you get back to what matters.
• BUNDLES - Similar messages are bundled together so you can deal with them all at once. And get rid of them with one tap.
• HIGHLIGHTS - Get the most important information without even opening the message. Check-in for flights, see shipping information for purchases, and view photos from friends right up front.
• REMINDERS: More than mail, you can add Reminders so your inbox contains all the things you need to get back to.
• SNOOZE: Snooze emails and Reminders to come back when you are ready to deal with them: next week, when you get home, or whenever you choose.
• SEARCH: Inbox helps you find exactly what you’re looking for— from your upcoming flight to a friend's address— without having to dig through messages.
• WORKS WITH GMAIL: Inbox is built by the Gmail team, so all your messages from Gmail are here, along with the reliability and spam protection of Gmail. All of your messages are still in Gmail and always will be.
Your email inbox should help you live and work better, but instead it often buries the important stuff and creates more stress than it relieves. Inbox, built by the Gmail team, keeps things organized and helps you get back to what matters.
• BUNDLES - Similar messages are bundled together so you can deal with them all at once. And get rid of them with one tap.
• HIGHLIGHTS - Get the most important information without even opening the message. Check-in for flights, see shipping information for purchases, and view photos from friends right up front.
• REMINDERS: More than mail, you can add Reminders so your inbox contains all the things you need to get back to.
• SNOOZE: Snooze emails and Reminders to come back when you are ready to deal with them: next week, when you get home, or whenever you choose.
• SEARCH: Inbox helps you find exactly what you’re looking for— from your upcoming flight to a friend's address— without having to dig through messages.
• WORKS WITH GMAIL: Inbox is built by the Gmail team, so all your messages from Gmail are here, along with the reliability and spam protection of Gmail. All of your messages are still in Gmail and always will be.
YouTube Kids
The official YouTube Kids app is designed for curious little minds. This free app is delightfully simple and packed full of age-appropriate videos, channels, and playlists. YouTube Kids features popular children’s programming, plus kid-friendly content from filmmakers, teachers, and creators all around the world.
DESIGNED FOR KIDS
We’ve taken out the complicated stuff and made an app even little ones can navigate — that means big buttons, easy scrolling, and instant full-screen.
VIDEOS KIDS WILL LOVE
Kids can enjoy favorites like Sesame Street, Thomas & Friends, and Dreamworks, online hits like Mother Goose Club, TuTiTu, and Super Simple Songs, plus anything else they’re into — music, gaming, science, crafts, and more.
VIDEOS PARENTS CAN FEEL GOOD ABOUT
We’re as focused on kids’ safety as you are, so we’ve built the YouTube Kids app to be a family-friendly place to explore.
When your child browses the app’s home screen, they’ll find a vast selection of kid-appropriate channels and playlists. When families search in the app, we use a mix of input from our users and automated analysis to categorize and screen out the videos that make parents nervous.
And for added peace of mind, parents can quickly notify YouTube if they see anything questionable directly from the app.
SETTINGS FOR PARENTS
You can turn off search for an even more contained experience. Or set the built-in timer to let your kids know when it’s time to stop watching (so you don’t have to). The app puts these settings behind a grown-ups-only lock, out of kids’ reach.
YouTube Kids. Made for curious little minds.
Google Calendar
Get the official Google Calendar app for your Android phone and tablet to save time and make the most of every day.
• A new Schedule View - See your schedule at a glance with photos and maps of the places you’re going.
• Events from Gmail - Flight, hotel, concert, restaurant reservations and more are added to your calendar automatically.
• Assists to fill in your calendar - You can quickly create events with smart suggestions for event titles, places and people.
• Different ways to view your calendar - Speedily switch between viewing a single day to getting an overview of multiple days at once.
• All your calendars in one, easy place - Google Calendar works with all calendars on your phone, including Exchange.
• A new Schedule View - See your schedule at a glance with photos and maps of the places you’re going.
• Events from Gmail - Flight, hotel, concert, restaurant reservations and more are added to your calendar automatically.
• Assists to fill in your calendar - You can quickly create events with smart suggestions for event titles, places and people.
• Different ways to view your calendar - Speedily switch between viewing a single day to getting an overview of multiple days at once.
• All your calendars in one, easy place - Google Calendar works with all calendars on your phone, including Exchange.
Hangouts Dialer - Call Phones
Now call any phone number in the world from your Hangouts app without using your cell plan minutes. Most calls to US and Canada are free!
Download and install the Hangouts Dialer start making phone calls in the Hangouts app. After installation, you can access all voice calling features directly from Hangouts or use Hangouts Dialer for a shortcut to make phone calls from the dialer screen in Hangouts.
● Make phone calls over data from the Hangouts app (and all calls to other Hangouts users are free!).
● Call any phone number, including landlines.
● Connect with your Google Voice number to make VOIP calls in the Hangouts app from your Google Voice number.
Notes: Mobile carrier and ISP charges may apply. Voice calls to Hangouts users are free, but other phone calls might come with a charge. View our calling rates at http://www.google.com/hangouts/rates.
Google Wallet
Google Wallet is an easier way to pay in stores, pay your friends and pay online.
• Speed through checkout with Tap and Pay on your Android device (check compatibility at http://goo.gl/tmttJx)
• Get the Google Wallet Card to spend your Wallet Balance anywhere Debit MasterCard® is accepted in the US
• Pay your friends back quickly by sending money in the US
Stay protected when shopping or sending money
• Google Wallet is backed by 24/7 fraud monitoring and the Google Wallet Fraud Protection Guarantee, which covers 100% of any transactions made without your authorization.
• If your device is lost or stolen, you can easily disable the Google Wallet app online or by calling our 24/7 support number at http://goo.gl/hajmJS.
• For added security, you can lock your app with a Google Wallet PIN.
• If your Wallet Card is misplaced, you can lock your card so it can't be used. You can unlock your card any time.
The Google Wallet app uses your location to show you nearby loyalty programs, stores that accept your gift cards, and more. If you would like to turn this feature off, please go to Settings and turn off Location Sharing.
Google Slides
Create, edit, and collaborate with others on presentations from your Android phone or tablet with the free Google Slides app. With Google Slides you can:
- Create new presentations or edit any that were created on the web or on another device.
- Share presentations and work together with others in the same presentation at the same time.
- Open, edit, and save Microsoft PowerPoint files.
- Get stuff done anytime -- even without an internet connection.
- Add and rearrange slides, format text and shapes, and more.
- Present right from your device.
- Never worry about losing your work -- everything is automatically saved as you type.
Google Sheets
Create, edit, and collaborate with others on spreadsheets from your Android phone or tablet with the free Google Sheets app. With Google Sheets you can:
- Create new spreadsheets or edit any that were created on the web or on another device.
- Share spreadsheets and work together with others in the same spreadsheet at the same time.
- Open, edit, and save Microsoft Excel files.
- Get stuff done anytime -- even without an internet connection.
- Format cells, enter/sort data, view charts, insert formulas, use find/replace, and more.
- Never worry about losing your work -- everything is automatically saved as you type.
Messenger
Stay in touch with friends and family. Messenger from Google is a communications app that helps you send and receive SMS and MMS messages to any phone. You can also send group texts as well as your favorite pictures, videos and even audio messages to your contacts.
Key features:
• Faster sharing: Select or take pictures and videos directly from the app and share easily. You can even send audio messages to your contacts.
• Easy search: Search through contacts and conversation threads to find exactly what you are looking for.
• Purposeful design: New, fluid, material design that is intuitive and delightful.
• More control: Ability to block SMS senders. No interruptions when you don’t want them!
• More features: audio messages, emoji support 😃, colored text threads, message archiving and more.
Messenger is supported on devices running Android™ 4.1, Jelly Bean, and above.
Google Voice
Make cheap international calls with your Google number. Send free text messages. Place calls and send text messages showing your Google number. Listen to voicemail and read transcripts.
Currently only available in the US.
Currently only available in the US.
IMPORTANT:
- You must open Google Voice at least once after upgrading to route calls.
- When using Google Voice for Android, both domestic and international calls are placed through a US-based Google Voice access number, and will use the standard minutes from your cell phone plan.
Chrome Browser - Google
Browse fast on your Android phone and tablet with the Google Chrome browser you love on desktop. Pick up where you left off on your other devices with tab sync, search by voice, and save up to 50% of data usage while browsing.
• Sync Across Devices - seamlessly access and open tabs and bookmarks from your laptop, phone or tablet
• Save Data - reduce mobile data usage by up to 50% while browsing
• Faster Browsing - choose from search results that instantly appear as you type and quickly access previously visited pages
• Voice Search - use the magic of Google voice search to find answers on-the-go without typing
• Translate - easily read webpages in any language
• Intuitive Gestures - open as many tabs as your heart desires and quickly flip through them by swiping from side to side on the toolbar
• Privacy - use Incognito mode to browse without saving your history
• Sync Across Devices - seamlessly access and open tabs and bookmarks from your laptop, phone or tablet
• Save Data - reduce mobile data usage by up to 50% while browsing
• Faster Browsing - choose from search results that instantly appear as you type and quickly access previously visited pages
• Voice Search - use the magic of Google voice search to find answers on-the-go without typing
• Translate - easily read webpages in any language
• Intuitive Gestures - open as many tabs as your heart desires and quickly flip through them by swiping from side to side on the toolbar
• Privacy - use Incognito mode to browse without saving your history