Why Isn’t My Google Assistant Responding to 'Hey Google'?
Learn why your Google Assistant may not respond to 'Hey Google' and how to troubleshoot common issues like microphone, software, and settings.
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If 'Hey Google' is not working, it might be due to a few reasons such as microphone issues, outdated software, or the device being unregistered or muted. To resolve this, try restarting your device, checking the microphone's functionality, ensuring your Google app is up-to-date, and verifying that your device is properly set up in the Google Home app. If the issue persists, retraining the voice model might help. It's also beneficial to check your device's settings to ensure that voice activation is enabled.
FAQs & Answers
- Why is my Google Assistant not responding to 'Hey Google'? Your Google Assistant might not respond if the microphone is muted, the device has outdated software, or voice activation settings are disabled. Restarting the device or retraining the voice model can also help.
- How do I retrain the 'Hey Google' voice model? In the Google Home app, navigate to the Assistant settings and select 'Voice Match' to retrain your voice model by following the prompts.
- What should I check if 'Hey Google' stops working suddenly? Check if your device is muted or unregistered in the Google Home app, ensure your app and firmware are up to date, verify microphone functionality, and confirm voice activation is enabled in settings.