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    Google Assistant Training

    "Hey Google" opens up the world.

    Activate

    • Android — "Hey Google" built in.
    • iPhone — install Google Assistant app.
    • Nest devices — built in.
    • Train your voice (Settings → Voice Match).
    • Knows YOUR voice = personalized.

    Daily commands

    • "Hey Google, what's 25% of $80?"
    • "Hey Google, set alarm 7am."
    • "Hey Google, call mom."
    • "Hey Google, what's on my calendar?"
    • "Hey Google, navigate to grocery store."
    • "Hey Google, what's the news?"
    • "Hey Google, define [word]."
    • "Hey Google, translate to Spanish: hello friend."

    Health + safety

    • "Hey Google, call 911" — works hands-free.
    • "Hey Google, find nearest pharmacy."
    • "Hey Google, am I out of groceries?" (if shopping list set up).
    • "Hey Google, remind me to take medicine at 9am."
    • Set up Emergency SOS with Trusted Contact.
    • "Hey Google, what time is it?" — useful for low vision.

    Hand-free helper

    • Cooking? "Hey Google, set timer 30 min."
    • Driving? "Hey Google, navigate home."
    • Hands wet/messy? Voice control.
    • Mobility issues? Don't need to find phone.
    • Set up Routines for common sequences.

    Senior-friendly settings

    • Slow down speech in settings.
    • Larger text on screen results.
    • Continue Conversation — don't need "Hey Google" every time.
    • Turn off Activity tracking if privacy concerned.
    • Pick male or female voice.

    Practice helps

    First week — try 5 commands a day. By week 4 — using daily for many tasks. Senior tech win — voice removes complexity. Family member can help set up Routines for common needs (medication times, exercise reminders, etc.).

    Google Assistant for Seniors | TekSure