Apple Thoughts: Google's New App Neat and Terrifying

"Have you ever been in a hurry and really needed to find an answer to something, but there was no one to ask? Like when you're grocery shopping and looking for the last item on your list, the kids are running around you in circles, you're holding a basket in one hand, and you have no idea what "fennel bulbs" look like. That's why we've added voice search to Google Mobile App for the iPhone - and made it super easy to use. Once the app is running, you don't have to tap any buttons. Just hold the iPhone to your ear, wait for the beep, and say what you're looking for."

Ever heard a claim and just went "Nope, there's no way that works." I felt the same way with this app until I tried it. It's actually pretty good, and considering you don't ever have to train it, it's that much more impressive. To search with your voice, simply hold the phone to your head. When the proximity detector shuts the screen off, the iPhone chirps and after the chirp you just say what you're looking for and voila. For the most part it's pretty accurate, too. I never would've expected to be wowed by an app like this, but I think I've been converted to a believer. Try it and report your findings. You'll probably be as surprised as I was!