Speech Recognition is a feature that allows you to convert your spoken words into text. It is available on Google and other third-party apps, and can be used for a variety of purposes. For example, you can use it on Google Maps to search for places, on the Recorder App to transcribe your recordings, and on the Phone App Call Screen to get a real-time transcription of your caller. It is also useful for accessibility apps like Voice Access, dictation or keyboard apps, and language learning apps. You can find this feature on many other applications in the Play Store.
To use Speech Recognition on your Android device, you need to go to Settings and then select Apps & notifications. From there, go to Default apps and choose Assist App. Here, you can select Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google as your preferred voice input engine. This will allow you to use the feature on your device.
Google Text-to-Speech is another feature that allows applications to read text aloud. It can be used on Google Play Books to read your favorite book, on Google Translate to speak translations aloud, and on Talkback and accessibility apps for spoken feedback. Just like Speech Recognition, it is available on many other applications in the Play Store.
To use Google Text-to-Speech on your Android device, go to Settings and then select Languages & Input. From there, choose Text-to-Speech output and select Speech Recognition and Synthesis from Google as your preferred engine. It is important to note that this feature may already be available on your device, but you can update to the latest version if needed.