Voice Commands and 3.1

[Surely]

I expected some new Voice Commands when 3.1 was released.

I've tried: "What time is it?", but no dice. At the least, I expected that one.

I really like this feature, and was hoping that Apple would expand on the number of commands.

Anyone discover any new VC's?

 

[JoshVB]

I tried what time is it too!

I've tried: "What time is it?", but no dice. At the least, I expected that one.
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When I upgraded my 3G to a 3GS the first thing I tried was "Tell me a joke". I remember when I used to show people that one on my PowerMac 8100/80AV - now that's a blast from the past. Could it be that current software devs don't have the same sense of humor?

JVB

 

[Kadman]

I expected some new Voice Commands when 3.1 was released.

I've tried: "What time is it?", but no dice. At the least, I expected that one.

I really like this feature, and was hoping that Apple would expand on the number of commands.

Anyone discover any new VC's?

I think Apple is still in negotiations with Morris Day so the response to that question would be in the proper voice.

 

[mackmgg]

I've tried: "What time is it?", but no dice. At the least, I expected that one.
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When I upgraded my 3G to a 3GS the first thing I tried was "Tell me a joke". I remember when I used to show people that one on my PowerMac 8100/80AV - now that's a blast from the past. Could it be that current software devs don't have the same sense of humor?

JVB

Thats still here in Snow Leopard (although I've never gotten past the second step "disenfranchisement who?" Either way, What time is it would be very useful when using the headset.

 

[daihard]

I haven't tried this yet as I am updating my iPhone 3GS at this moment, but OS 3.1 should enable Voice Commands through Bluetooth. I can't wait to test it.

 

[JoshVB]

I haven't tried this yet as I am updating my iPhone 3GS at this moment, but OS 3.1 should enable Voice Commands through Bluetooth. I can't wait to test it.

Yes, and it works as advertised! Nice safety feature for those of us with a 3GS.

JVB

 

[daihard]

Yes, and it works as advertised! Nice safety feature for those of us with a 3GS.

JVB

Can you activate it by holding down the button on the BT headset, or does that part have to be done on the iPhone?

 

[JoshVB]

Can you activate it by holding down the button on the BT headset, or does that part have to be done on the iPhone?

I tested it with a Plantronics Bluetooth headset and I was able to briefly press the button on the headset to activate Voice Control.

JVB

 

[daihard]

I tested it with a Plantronics Bluetooth headset and I was able to briefly press the button on the headset to activate Voice Control.

JVB

Thanks. I just tested it with my Motorola S305. Pressing the button on it will start/stop music like it used to. I wonder if there are specific BT products that work with this new feature...

 

[JoshVB]

Thanks. I just tested it with my Motorola S305. Pressing the button on it will start/stop music like it used to. I wonder if there are specific BT products that work with this new feature...

That I don't know. Believe it or not, I don't really use my iPhone for tunes - I have music on it but never end up listening.

JVB

 

[daihard]

That I don't know. Believe it or not, I don't really use my iPhone for tunes - I have music on it but never end up listening.

JVB

Thanks anyway. It seems like Voice Control can *officially* only be activated by pressing the Home button on the iPhone. Some BT headsets may be luckier than others, like in your case, though.

Anyhow... once I press the Home button to activate Voice Control, then I can speak into my BT headset to give voice commands, so it's better than nothing.