How to use Google Assistant on smart devices?

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Google Assistant is a virtual assistant developed by Google that is available on a variety of devices, including smartphones, rugged phones, smart watches, tablets, smart speakers, smart displays and more. It can be used to perform a variety of tasks, such as setting alarms, playing music, getting directions, and more. In this guide, let’s explore how to use it on various of devices.

How to use Google Assistant on Android device?

Enable Google Assistant. On your Android device, open the Google app. At the bottom right, tap the Google Assistant icon. If you don’t see the Google Assistant icon, open the Google app, then tap your profile picture and turn on Google Assistant.
Set up voice match. This will allow Google Assistant to recognize your voice and respond to your commands even when your phone is locked. To set up voice match, open the Google app, then tap your profile picture and select Voice Match. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Use Google Assistant hands-free. Once you’ve enabled Google Assistant and set up voice match, you can use it hands-free by saying “Hey Google” or “OK Google.” You can also press and hold the Home button on your device.
Ask Google Assistant questions. You can ask Google Assistant anything you want, and it will try its best to answer. For example, you can ask it about the weather, the news, or how to get directions.
Give Google Assistant commands. You can also give Google Assistant commands, such as setting alarms, playing music, or sending text messages. For example, you could say “Hey Google, set an alarm for 7am” or “OK Google, play some music.”
Control your smart home devices. If you have any smart home devices, you can control them with Google Assistant. For example, you could say “Hey Google, turn on the lights” or “OK Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees.”
Get creative with Google Assistant. Google Assistant can do a lot of things, so don’t be afraid to experiment. You can even use it to play games, tell jokes, and translate languages.

How to use Google Assistant on Samsung phones/tablets?

Enable Google Assistant. On your Samsung device, swipe down from the top of the screen twice to open the Quick Settings menu. Tap the Google Assistant icon. If you don’t see the Google Assistant icon, open the Settings app, then tap Apps, then tap Google, then tap Assistant and turn on the toggle switch for “Assistant.”
Set up voice match. This will allow Google Assistant to recognize your voice and respond to your commands even when your phone/tablet is locked. To set up voice match, open the Google app, then tap your profile picture and select Voice Match. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Use Google Assistant hands-free. Once you’ve enabled Google Assistant and set up voice match, you can use it hands-free by saying “Hey Google” or “OK Google.” You can also press and hold the Bixby button on your device.
Ask Google Assistant questions. You can ask Google Assistant anything you want, and it will try its best to answer. For example, you can ask it to get directions to the nearest coffee shop, or answer you what’s the capital of France.
Give Google Assistant commands. You can also give Google Assistant commands, such as setting alarms, playing music, or sending text messages. For example, you could say “Hey Google, Turn on the lights in my living room” or “OK Google, play my favorite playlist.”
Control your smart home devices. If you have any smart home devices, you can control them with Google Assistant. For example, you could say “Hey Google, turn on the air conditioner and set the temperature to 24 degrees Celsius.” or “OK Google, set the thermostat to 70 degrees.”

How to use Google Assistant on Samsung Galaxy watch 4?

Enable Google Assistant. On your Galaxy Watch 4, open the Google app. Tap Get started. You’ll be prompted to continue setup on your phone. Tap Open on phone to activate. Setup will continue on your phone.
Set up voice match. This will allow Google Assistant to recognize your voice and respond to your commands even when your watch is locked. To set up voice match, open the Google app, then tap Settings > Voice match. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Use Google Assistant hands-free. Once you’ve enabled Google Assistant and set up voice match, you can use it hands-free by saying “Hey Google” or “OK Google”. You can also press and hold the Home button on your watch.
Ask Google Assistant questions. You can ask Google Assistant anything you want, and it will try its best to answer. For example, you can ask it about the weather, the news, or how to get directions.
Give Google Assistant commands. You can also give Google Assistant commands, such as setting alarms, playing music, or sending text messages. For example, you could say “Hey Google, set an alarm for 7am” or “OK Google, make a call to my mom”.
Control your smart home devices. If you have any smart home devices, you can control them with Google Assistant. For example, you could say “Hey Google, turn on the lights” or “OK Google, set the thermostat to 72 degrees”.

How to use Google Assistant on smart TV?

Enable Google Assistant. On your TV, open the Google app. Tap Get started. You’ll be prompted to continue setup on your phone. Tap Open on phone to activate. Setup will continue on your phone.
Set up voice match. This will allow Google Assistant to recognize your voice and respond to your commands even when your TV is turned off. To set up voice match, open the Google app, then tap Settings > Voice match. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Use Google Assistant hands-free. Once you’ve enabled Google Assistant and set up voice match, you can use it hands-free by saying “Hey Google” or “OK Google”. You can also press and hold the mic button on your remote control.
Ask Google Assistant questions. You can ask Google Assistant anything you want, and it will try its best to answer.
Give Google Assistant commands. You can also give Google Assistant commands, such as setting alarms, playing music or TV shows.