Hint2Search Bluetooth Launch
and that is it: you are good to go SWITCHES►Unlock keyguard: Enabled by default: button press will wake AND unlock phone to start Google Now (for security locks configure Lollipop SmartLock).►Fight for mic: Kills Google Now process to gain mic focus. Warning: may mess up Google Experience Launcher (Nexus default).►Protect in pocket: Engages touch-protection veil, if light sensor indicates phone to be in pocket when phone woken by button.►Vibrate to prompt: This is an experimental feature: might not work well (useful if your headset cuts out the prompt sound for Google Now) SECURITY LOCKSHint2Search will only unlock the non-secure keyguard (such as the default swipe to unlock). Use the app Dislock, SkipLock or the SmartLock lollipop feature to unlock your phone as long as it's connected to the headset. http://goo.gl/VB7cD3 or http://goo.gl/6mEKAD Similar to Bluetooth Launcher, but:►you can issue multiple searches►it can unlock the keyguard►optional screen protection will prevent accidental screen touches in pocket IT'S ORIGINALLY MADE FOR THE HINT, BUT REPORTED TO ALSO WORK WITH:►Plantronics Voyager►Jawbone Era►Blue Ant►Motorola H500►Sony Ericsson HBH-DS200►LG HBS-730►SMH10R►Car Bluetooth system with Galaxy Tab 3►Sykla M1 smartwatch(Please let us know if you successfully test a headset model not yet on the list. Remember, it's worth a try, refund is automatic within 2 hours, just shoot me an email with your order number if outside)
Join this Google Group for beta versions, Q&A and bug reports: https://groups.google.com/forum/?hl=en#!forum/hint2search-beta-testers (Touchless Notification integration is coming soon in the beta!) Note: With the Play Store auto-refund window extension to 2 hours I don't see the need for a trial version. Please check to see if Hint2Search solves it for you, and be sure even if you go beyond the 2 hours I give unconditional refunds within a week of your purchase.
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Reviews (27)
Unfortunately doesnt work with aldi cocoon Bluetooth headset. Simple ui though.
not working with bt headset. it just plays muaic lile away on click.
Just connect your headset and press the phone button, select Hint2Search, done. Very basic app that does exactly what it's supposed to. One press of the phone button and Google Assistant activates even if the phone is off.
My Sena 10C can now talk to my Android (running Nougat) to get Google Assistant requests fulfilled from the microphone in my motorcycle helmet. Bravo! 5 stars.
This app works great on my note 4 as well. Developer is responsive and is dedicated to making things even better. Note 3: Does exactly what I needed. My dad is blind and uses his galaxy note 3 with Google now to make calls, send text messages, check weather, sports score etc. I needed something to wake up his phone. This app worked perfectly.
The app has an option to "fight for microphone". This allows the Hint2search to map your voice commands from any hands-free Bluetooth microphone. In my case, I'm using a Bluetooth helmet (Built brand) to perform voice dial. Hint2search maps voice dial action to Google Voice allowing me to do things like "navigate to Starbucks" or "how's the weather". The developer is very responsive. I had a question and he respond within hours.
Well I'm impressed. For the last few weeks i've had trouble getting voice comands to work on my SENA s20 turned out to be my S5 phone, the s voice just would not work. Tried this app hoping, no problems at all and setting up was a dream much more user friendly too. If i could give more than 5 stars, i would. Tony crouch. 66 yrs old
I have the LG HBS800 and this app adds a power to the headset that I now consider irreplaceable. Instead of the talk button just allowing me to make calls, I can start navigation, respond to hangouts messages, play music, you name it.
I've tried several other apps to try and make my headset work. Finally, I came across this app, and it works! Yay! I can ask my phone anything while I'm riding! This app is excellent in part because the developer wrote great documentation on how to set up the phone so this will work (eg. Use Smart Lock).
It generally works well But - It assumes that the BT headset is paired Voice-Only. Some users like me, also have a headset for listening to HiFi music, using a proprietary Codec, which is paired separately, under "Multimedia". After this app has finished doing its job, the Multimedia pairing disconnects, and leaves the BT headset connected only in Phone mode. It's odd, because the music player fades correctly, for Google Now to receive our Voice Command. Further, I don't really know whether this is due to the app, or whether this is just generally something that Google Now does.
With the latest Google update on the moto maxx (probably all phones), the Google app recognizes and responds to a button press and works better than before with this app. This app worked well before the update and I don't regret purchasing because I did need it before.
Works perfectly. Could do without the unnecessary splash screen before google voice starts though. If I need an app to open google voice through a headset button, I don't need a reminder which app is allowing me to do so. This is an app that should do its thing in the background.
Awesome app! I just bought some Jam Transit Bluetooth headphones and to my surprise they didn't have any voice command feature. So I checked the app store to find a solution. This app is perfect it does exactly what it says.... Thanks $$$
I love the app however there's one thing... This may be my error but I'm not finding the "switches" particularly the pocket protection. The screen always turns on when the bluetooth button is pressed. Can you assist? Thanks. By the way I'm using a Galaxy S5 with a Bose headset
Not working on android 6.01 Huawei Honor X5. bluetooth button plays music when open in background or does nothing when all music apps closed
I have a note4 and idiots at google removed the bluetooth google now This will make your Sena phone button actually useful. You can say anything to google now like "navigate home" or "play motorcycle playlist" Google play music subscription is a must!!!!!! I got a widget to quickly change my screen timeout to 15 seconds before i ride so the screen turns off fast after a voice command, saving battery. If this app costed $15 id still be happy. Very smart oncthe pocketmode screen guard. Good work Dev!
I was having some trouble with the app and wrote a lukewarm review. I turned the 'fight for mic' option on and it's working much better for me. It's a good, reliable companion in the car.
So many additional features then bluetooth launch. Trigger wakes up the phone when its off and behind S-view cover and prompts for "Ok Google" Perfect, Thanks
When I get to the point of pressing the bluetooth button it does not bring up the default option... I am using a lg flex... If it works. I will give it 5 stars.
Would be 5 stars except: in setup it opened the wrong app to disable, and some of the directions did not match the lollipop prompts, but not too hard to figure out what was supposed to happen and make it work perfectly.
Will not let me use the bluetooth Mic with sena and lg g4. Have tried multiple apps. Only works if phone hears me.
On lg g2 you need to disable voice command. That did the truck for me. Great app. So much better going thru google voice commands than lg nonsense voice
Works perfectly with Note4 using custom ROM (eRobot). Finally found a solution for using voice dial. It would be a plus to launch Google Assistant instead of Google Now.
Works a treat on a platronics Bluetooth piece. You got to hold the button in till you hear the second beep, it will then ask you for the app and your all set to go! Well done mate!
This app does exactly what is says it'll do. Been looking for an app that gives google now via Bluetooth vs stock. Easy to setup on my G3.
Thank you for developing this. Without it the hint would have never worked with my Samsung. Please keep up the great work! A+++++
App works fine through a BT headset but unfortunately not through the steering wheel controls in my car but that is a limitation of the car not the App. 5 stars for ingenious developer.