Perplexity Voice Control
Visual Walkthrough
Get a clear visual preview of how everything works before diving in.
Perplexity Voice Assistant: Access the new voice assistant feature in the Perplexity iOS app.
Perplexity Speaks: The app introduces voice control capabilities in a
pop-up message.
Perplexity Responds: Hear or read the assistant’s explanation
of its functions.
Request to Open a YouTube Video: The requested video is displayed
and ready to play.
Perplexity Opens the YouTube Video: Use voice commands to
perform actions on your iOS device.
Perplexity Control: Ask Perplexity to launch
the Gemini app.
Request to Open Gemini: Ask Perplexity to launch the Gemini app.
Perplexity Responds: Receive feedback explaining the action’s limitations.
Perplexity Will Not Open Gemini: Understand that some app-opening functions are restricted.
Keep Track Of Your Queries: Review past voice commands and actions within your library.
Past Saved Interactions : Access your saved interactions using the
bottom-right navigation icon.
Control Various Functions of iOS Devices with Perplexity Voice Control
The Perplexity application for iOS has launched a new voice assistant feature that significantly enhances user interaction with their devices. This feature allows users to control various functions of their iOS devices through voice commands, thereby improving the overall functionality of the app. Users can perform a wide array of tasks using voice prompts, including asking questions, retrieving information, sending emails, and playing music.
Upon installing the Perplexity app, users encounter a prompt that introduces them to the voice control feature. This voice assistant is capable of executing commands that are similar to those performed by Siri, Apple's native voice assistant. However, the Perplexity voice assistant is designed to provide unique capabilities and updates that may set it apart from existing voice control options.
Users can interact with the voice assistant by issuing specific commands, such as opening applications or accessing various types of content. Despite its advanced capabilities, the assistant does have limitations. For example, it cannot directly open certain applications, such as the Gemini app. In instances where the voice assistant cannot perform a requested action, users are advised to manually locate the app on their home screen or use the search function to find it.
To fully leverage the capabilities of the Perplexity voice assistant, users are encouraged to familiarize themselves with the range of commands and tasks that the assistant can perform. The app includes a help section that details these capabilities, enabling users to understand the full scope of what they can request from the assistant. Furthermore, users can monitor their interactions with the voice assistant through a library feature that logs all requests made.
The introduction of the voice assistant in the Perplexity app marks a significant advancement for iOS users, offering them a new method for managing their devices through voice commands while also recognizing the inherent limitations of this technology.
