Photos, voice notes and dictation

Send a photo, record a voice note, or speak a message instead of typing.

What it is

Besides text, you can send photos and voice notes, or dictate a message.

When to use it

Use a photo to show a problem, a voice note when typing is slow, and dictation when you want text without typing.

How to do it

  1. In a conversation, tap the + button (Add photo or dictate). Choose Photo or Dictate.

    Add a photo or dictate.
  2. Voice note: press and hold the mic button, talk, and let go to send. Slide left to cancel.

    Recording a voice note.
  3. On the watch: open a chat and tap Speak a reply to send text, or record a voice note and tap Stop and send.

    Reply from your watch.

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