Google Voice Search Extension for Chrome - Now Available
Hands-Free Google Searches: Introducing Voice Search
Situations arise where using a keyboard isn't practical. Perhaps your hands are occupied, or you wish to avoid transferring substances onto your keyboard while simultaneously needing to perform a Google search.
Whether you're seeking a missing recipe component or the subsequent action in a project, Google’s new Voice Search extension provides a solution.
How the Extension Works
Utilizing this new extension is remarkably straightforward, as demonstrated in the video embedded below.
Installation and Further Information
The extension can be installed and additional details can be found through the links provided.
A comprehensive overview, including information regarding certain peculiarities in this initial beta version, is available on the OMG! Chrome! blog.
Important Consideration: Currently, the extension exhibits functionality issues, or complete non-operation, with Google’s localized search pages in various countries.
If you encounter problems in your region, consider using the standard Google search page until Google releases an update.
- Install the Google Voice Search Hotword (Beta) Extension [Google Chrome Store]
- Google Voice Search Hotword Extension Announcement [Google+]
- New Google Extension Brings ‘Ok Google’ to Everyone [OMG! Chrome! Blog]
- Talk to Google on Chrome [YouTube]
[Source: OMG! Chrome! and CNET News]