bit.iy/commandr35O
Min requirements: Android 4.1
Size: 2.1MB
Commandr for Google Now is the Android phone equivalent of the iPhone’s Siri, which lets you control your phone
using only your voice. With built-in commands to toggle your Wi-Fl, GPS and
Bluetooth settings, as well as control your device’s music player, this app will prove invaluable if you’re seeking a completely hands-free experience.
Bluetooth settings, as well as control your device’s music player, this app will prove invaluable if you’re seeking a completely hands-free experience.
Although it’s
not an official Google app, Commandr is quick and easy to set up.
Because Google Now doesn’t integrate with third-party apps, you must allow
Commandr to ‘listen’ to Google Now by changing your accessibility settings, or
you can utilize a limited version of the app, which requires you to say ‘Note to
self’ before each command. Like Siri, Commandr requires an internet connection
to work, but there’s also a handy option to type commands straight into the
Google Search box, even when you’re without a signal.
The app’s
developers let you vote for and suggest new commands, but If you’re too
impatient to wait, you can buy Tasker (bit.ly/tasker35O) for £2.99 and
simply create your own voice commands. If you’d like to use Commandr without
having to tap the Google Search bar, you can do so by installing Nova Launcher
(bit.ly/nova35O) and turning on ‘Ok, Google Hotword’ in its settings.
