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Poll: Do you use Google Now?

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It took me a few years to get on board with Google Now, but now I use it every week. There is no doubt that the service has improved since its introduction – it now has more than 100 recognized phrases and is integrated with popular apps such as WhatsApp. It’s more impressive than ever, but is it impressive enough for you to make it part of your life?

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Google Now on Tap is available to only a chosen few until the delicious butter that is Android 6.0 Marshmallow spreads further, but even on Lollipop, I still use Google Now regularly.

What I want to know is, do you use Google Now? And if so, how often?

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Let me know in the comments what Google Now function you find most useful. I use it most when I want to take a nap but am too tired to reach for my phone. I just whisper a little message in its ear telling it to wake me in an hour instead. Beautiful.

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Scott Adam Gordon

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Originally from the UK, Scott graduated in Popular Music Studies at Newcastle University and attributes much of his success there to his beloved Samsung Galaxy S2. His current aim is to write cool things about Android. And he loves it.

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  • Bill Samuel 2
    Bill Samuel Sep 17, 2016 Link to comment

    I consider Google Now to be malware. It pops up unbidden on my phone. It completely takes it over, disabling the Home button so I can not access any other app. There seems to be no way to close it other than restarting or shutting down your phone. This is the worst thing Google has ever done.


  • 18
    Deactivated Account Jan 12, 2016 Link to comment

    Limited customization. Nothing new to explore.


  • Mullet man 5
    Mullet man Jan 11, 2016 Link to comment

    I am in-between cant get enough and use it once a week.


  • 4
    Ankur Jain Jan 11, 2016 Link to comment

    I have been using it regularly but so far it is not very useful for me. Google Now doesn't recognize Indian English very easily so can't use the voice commands but other functionalities like daily schedule/weather/driving directions/commute time are useful for me.


    • surya kumar 16
      surya kumar Jan 14, 2016 Link to comment

      Yeah it can't understand my English too


  • 1
    Missinglink Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    Google Now is good feature to have.


  • Mark G. 28
    Mark G. Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    I'm mainly using it for searching Google, I've tried using it to set reminders but I've found setting it manually is still easier. I use the Google now page for checking my schedule and tracking packages.

    Though as yet it still doesn't feel right making voice commands. I don't like that for instance I can only use Google music for voice commands. I've tried using Samsung Voice as well for control of native apps but it's not a solution.

    I'm not worried about Big brother listening or snooping, I have all the Google Settings to on (location/app usage/backups etc), though I can understand if your engaged in dodgy behaviour then don't use voice commands (you really shouldn't be using a smartphone).

    I think Google now can only get better, with the improvements in Marshmallow and better interaction with car entrainment systems and Android TVs voice commands should start to feel more comfortable and natural. Also with more and more Internet gadgets for the home it makes sense.


  • 10
    parayil h. Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    I am not using Google now, but not thinking it is a rubbish, Google now launcher is a best and I am using.


  • 2
    Michael Capehart Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    I use it every day. I use OK Google for reminders, to set a timer for cooking or laundry, to navigate to somewhere when driving or to ask a question. I also configured it for my interests, so it shows topics around the web on those topics. I think she's awesome.

    Annette Mellon


    • 3
      Kevin O'Leary Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

      If you're into this... The droid pit, they themselves put out an article not long ago about the pratfalls of OK Google, citing government involvement, which is why I stated that this is a personal issue one I'd rather not comment on, because I don't appreciate my government knowing more about me than I know about myself

      Annette Mellon


      • 3
        Kevin O'Leary Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

        In fact there are many cites and apps that voluntarily work with our government providing them with more information than they require


  • Bob visser 14
    Bob visser Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    Tried it a few times but it isn't useful for me


  • 49
    storm Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

    I use the Google Now Launcher too. Clean, simple, powerful. Great tools, both app and launcher.


    • 3
      Kevin O'Leary Jan 10, 2016 Link to comment

      For myself, this a personal situation one I'd rather not comment on


  • 9
    Luka Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    Every single day. Although it's NOT available in my country I found a very easy way without root to enable it on 5.1.1 Lollipop on the S6. Much easier than on KitKat on my Galaxy Tab 4
    Simple deleting of Google Framework's and Play services' data, enabling Google Now and restarting the phone will do the job :D


  • Dusan V. 12
    Dusan V. Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    Every single day. It's making life much easier. Like a virtual companion.


  • 2
    Masatomo Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    I wouldn't say "every week" is a lot of using an app....


  • Carmelo Rivera 20
    Carmelo Rivera Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    I'm getting "dumber", 'cause Google Now is so intelligent, it's scary.

    Dusan V.


    • Dusan V. 12
      Dusan V. Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

      I agree with you that we are relying too much upon technology.

      GT Ohh


  • Matt Coddington 1
    Matt Coddington Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    Reminders, particularly location-based, are the most frequent thing I do with Google Now. I even initiate them from my Bluetooth headset as I'm walking.
    I slide over to the Google Now panel on my phone numerous times a day as well...


  • 6
    Mando Jan 9, 2016 Link to comment

    I like using it to tell it to call a business I don't have the number for. Just saying "OK Google, call ********" and BAM! It's done! Love that!

    Julie

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