3.9
2023-12-09
- Thank you for all the great feedback, we are responding to the most popular request and adding a 30-day free trial.
- Bug fixes and performance improvements.
3.8
2023-10-16
Performance improvements and bug fixes.
3.7
2023-08-01
Performance improvements and bug fixes.
3.6.1
2023-04-04
- Generative AI support
- Knowledge domain enhancements
3.6
2023-03-23
- Generative AI support
- Knowledge domain optimizations
- UI refresh
3.4.1
2022-08-11
Bug fixes and improvements.
3.4
2022-07-11
Looking to listen to your favorite podcasts from iHeartRadio? We’ve added support for many of the podcasts on iHeartRadio to satisfy your listening needs for some of the most popular personalities in the business.
You can simply tell Hound to tune in to your favorite podcast, such as The Ron Burgundy Podcast. Just ask:
“Ok Hound… Show me Sports podcasts"
3.3
2022-01-05
Looking to listen to your favorite stations from Audacy? We now support hundreds of stations from Audacy to satisfy your listening needs for music, sports and even news in our latest update!
You can simply tell Hound to tune in to your favorite station, such as CBS Sports Radio. Just ask:
“Ok Hound… I want to listen to CBS Sports Radio”
3.2
2021-09-29
With the update, you can ask Hound to create reminders for you so you’ll never forget your important tasks. Just say “OK Hound…”
“Remind me to pick up my dry cleaning at 10am tomorrow”
“Create a reminder”
“Show me my reminders”
3.0.1
2020-12-15
Bug fixes and improvements
3.0
2020-11-13
Hound has got a fresh new look to help you get things done quickly and cut the number of steps! With this update, it’s now easier to access your personal widgets, conversation history, In Car, and discover tips and tricks! Just swipe left or right on your homepage to start exploring!
Meanwhile, don’t forget to try out our newest horoscope feature to find out what the universe has in store for you today. Just ask:
“OK Hound... What’s the horoscope for a Libra?”
2.6.1
2020-09-21
iOS 14 compatible.
2.6
2020-09-03
“OK Hound… How does my day look?”
“What’s going on this week?”
Now, you can have Hound help manage your day! Connect to Apple Calendar or Google Calendar, ask about your next meeting, and quickly create new events!
We’ve also made it easier for you to continue to play your music where you left off. When driving with Hound In Car, quickly access your latest listening history–from music to radio, and to NPR news–just tap the ‘recently played’ card on top!
2.5
2020-03-26
Want to give Hound a new voice? This latest update has a feature you’ve all been asking for: The option to choose a custom voice for Hound. We’ve added a number of different voices and accents for you to choose from. For further customization, don’t forget that you can change the speed at which Hound talks: slow or fast! Try out the different options, and change Hound’s voice to your liking. Just say…
“OK Hound… Change your voice”
2.4.2
2020-03-16
Bug fixes and minor enhancements.
2.4.1
2020-02-21
If you use iOS 13 and above, Hound now has a dark mode to make the screen easier on your eyes. To set it up, simply turn it on in your OS settings, or say “OK Hound…”
“Turn on dark mode”
“Turn off dark mode”
2.4
2019-12-13
Hound now has a catalog of recipes to try out! Keep your phone clean and your hands working in the kitchen. Use tools like the unit converter and timer to help you make that dish! Just say “OK Hound…”
“Show me a vegetarian recipe for an Italian appetizer”
“How about one without onions?”
“Start cooking”
“Next step?”
“Set a timer for 10 minutes to preheat my oven”
“What’s 1/2 pound and 20 grams in ounces?”
If you need tips on using Hound, we added a tappable light bulb icon at the top left corner of the screen.
2.3
2019-10-31
Introducing our newest feature, Hound In Car! Keep your eyes on the road while using Hound hands-free to navigate, play music, and more.
Let’s get started
Ready to hit the road? Connect your car’s Bluetooth or say “OK Hound…”
“Let’s drive”
“Open In Car panel”
“Help me drive”
Navigate to home or work
Tell Hound where your home and work are located, and it’ll do the rest. Try saying “OK Hound…”
“Navigate to home”
“How long will it take to get to work?”
“Find me the closest supermarket near home”
Music for your commutes
No need for manual searches. Connect to Spotify to enjoy your favorite playlists while driving. Try saying “OK Hound…”
“Play top songs by Madonna”
“I want to listen to some jazz”
“Show me my Spotify playlists”
In Car is currently still in beta, so be on the lookout for further improvements and useful new features in future updates! We would love to hear your thoughts, just say “OK Hound… Give feedback”.
2.2.1
2019-09-12
Supports iOS 13
2.2
2019-08-14
Now you can have Hound remember your home and work address to navigate you there faster! Just say “OK Hound…”
“Remember I work at [address]”
“Remember I live at [address]”
“Navigate home”
Show me dry cleaners near home open at 8pm
How far is Palo Alto from my work?
You asked and we listened. Now you can use Hound to control some of your phone’s settings. For instance, you can say “OK Hound…”
“What percent is my battery?”
“Put the phone on vibrate”
“Enable Bluetooth”
“Turn on my flashlight”
“Turn off cellular data”
“Turn off wifi”
2.0.6
2019-05-20
Bug fixes and performance improvements
2.0.5
2019-05-08
Your favorite Spotify playlists are now available from right inside Hound, with hands-free controls! Connect to your Spotify account and say “OK Hound… “
“Show my Spotify playlists”
“Play my Discover Weekly playlist”
“Skip to the next song”
2.0.3
2016-03-01
Hey sports fans! We’ve made it even easier to see the latest scores and upcoming schedules of your favorite teams. Just say, “OK Hound… what was the score of the last Sharks game?” to see the new look.
These updates include NCAA teams too — just in time for March Madness.
Additionally, we’ve made minor bug fixes and general improvements.