Google Search for iOS is now receiving the version 3.1.0 software update which brings several new features and improvements including notifications, new cards and reminders. Google has also included the ability to say "OK Google" to initiate a search while in the app.
You can download the app directly on your device through the Google Play Store or by using the following link
| Download |  |
| Price | Free |
| Requirements | iOS 6.0 or greater |
Google Now for iOS version 3.1.0 has the following new features:
- Google Now enhancements
- Notifications - Get notified when it’s time to go
- Reminders - Never forget to put out the trash
- New cards - See tickets, boarding passes, & more
- Handsfree voice - Just say “OK Google” to search (requires iPhone 4s or later)
- - Notifications deliver info before you open the app:
- When to leave for your next appointment or event
- If your flight is running late
- How to catch the last train home
- - Ask Google to remember things for you. Just say
- “Remind me to buy coffee beans at Starbucks,” or
- “Remind me to check out the fair this weekend”
Google will remind you at the right time or place.
- - You can also ask to be reminded when your favorite:
- Musicians release a new album
- TV show has a new episode
- Actors star in a new movie
- Celebrities and politicians make headlines
Just search and press the “remind me” button.
- - New cards organize the info you care about:
- Tickets for movies, concerts and events
- Boarding passes for your flights
- Reservation confirmations for car rentals
- Warnings when your last train home leaves
- Lists of upcoming local events
- - And finally, search is better than ever with:
- A redesigned and simplified homepage
- Gestures to zoom or throw away images
- One touch sign in if you use other Google apps
- Improved voiceover accessibility
As you can see the update brings a generous selection of new features and enhancements to the app, making it more in line with its Android counterpart. With this latest update, Google Now and the Google Search app are much more useful for anyone rocking an iPhone, iPod touch or iPad.
A brief video explanation of the new features inside this Google Search update is available below
source - Google