To activate the voice of the navigator on Android, follow these steps:
- Select the Google Maps icon in the top right corner.
- Click on "Settings" and then on "Navigation Settings".
- Enable the "Play voice" function using Bluetooth and activate the "Play voice during phone calls" option.
Activating the Voice and Audio Shortcut
Some navigators offer shortcuts to immediately activate the voice and audio. These shortcuts display a small audio icon on the main screen. To make the car navigator speak, simply touch the icon, either in touchscreen mode or with a normal button.
Troubleshooting Phone Communication Issues
If your phone is not able to communicate, it may be due to the volume being too low for multimedia content. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:
- Go to the Android settings.
- Select "Sounds and vibration".
- Increase the volume of multimedia content.
Troubleshooting Google Assistant Voice Commands
If Google Assistant is not responding to your voice, make sure that all sliding devices are active and check that Google Assistant has voice commands enabled. If Google Assistant is not responding, try restarting your phone after enabling all app permissions.
Removing the Phone Microphone for Cleaning
To remove the phone microphone for cleaning, follow these steps:
- Lay a soft cloth on a flat surface.
- Place the smartphone on the cloth to prevent scratches.
- Use a brush or cotton swab to gently clean the front microphone with slow and regular movements.
Cleaning the Phone Microphone
To clean the phone microphone, follow these steps:
- Remove the microphone.
- Take a brush or cotton swab and gently clean the first microphone, which is the central one.
- Move slowly and regularly with the chosen tool until the dirt disappears.
Troubleshooting Google Assistant Voice Issues
If Google Assistant is not speaking, you may have changed the input mode and selected typing via the keyboard instead of speaking. To select Google Assistant voice again, follow these steps:
- Enter Google Assistant.
- Select the voice of Google Assistant.
Adjusting the Speed of Google Assistant
The response speed of Google Assistant for certain commands can depend on the local network. If Google Assistant is speaking slowly, it may take longer if you are on a slower network or if the speaker is further away from the router.
Controlling the Sensitivity of "Ok Google"
To control the sensitivity of "Ok Google", follow these steps:
- Open the "Home" app.
- Select the smart speaker you are interested in.
- Access the settings using the gear icon in the top right corner.
- Select "Hey Google Sensitivity" in the settings.
- Check the sensitivity and adjust it to the ideal level.
Locating the Microphone
The integrated microphones are often located at the top of the display, particularly when there is a built-in webcam right next to the microphone. Look at the edges of the laptop body. Some laptop models have an internal microphone under the hinge or above the keyboard.