Google has added its popular Voice Search to desktops and laptops running the popular Chrome browser. Users need to download the Hotword extension to bring the "OK, Google" command to their PCs.
Google is adding its popular Voice Search to desktops and laptops. With the latest Google Voice Search Hotword extension for Chrome browser on a PC, users can use the "OK, Google" phrase to run a search without using the keyboard.
Google announced the extension for its Chrome browser on desktops and laptops Tuesday, on 9to5google.com The Voice Search works similar to the one on smartphone, by saying "OK, Google" followed by the search term. Users must be on Google.com webpage to run the voice search.
The introduction of the new feature comes in time for Thanksgiving holiday, a time when people generally look for recipes on the Internet. Users can run immediate search with voice commands even while cooking. Google gave some cooking-related examples such as "OK Google, compare olive oil and butter," or, "OK Google, what is five tablespoons in ounces?"
In addition to getting new recipes on the Internet, users can set reminders and calendar events. The integration of the Voice Search in to PCs is the next step in Google's efforts to increase its user-base. The extension is currently in beta phase and has scope for improvement. For the Voice Search to work on a desktop, users will need a mic installed, of course. But most laptops come pre-loaded with mic system so users can download the browser extension and enjoy the feature.
The 4.7MB Google Voice Search Hotword extension can be downloaded via Chrome Web Store. Give it a shot and share your thoughts with us in the comments below.
