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These Apps Will Add Android-Like Voice Commands To Your iPhone

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Rumors are mounting that the new version of Apple's iOS (which will be previewed at Apple's WWDC on June 6th) will include a much-improved and integrated Voice Control system that will enable you to search, make reservations, and more just by using your voice.

If you can't wait that long, there are a few ways to get the most-desired voice functions right now.

We like using the current iteration of Voice Control on our iOS devices to play music and make calls when it's too cold to pull our phones out of our pockets.

But besides this scenario, we barely ever use it. There aren't very many commands, and you can't speak to dictate texts like you can on Android.

We came up with a few great apps that will fix all that.

Siri is the basis for Apple's voice command overhaul

In a rare move almost a year ago, Apple bought Siri, a personal assistant app that allows you to make dinner reservations by opening the app and asking for one.

The backbone of Siri seems to be an elemental part of Apple's new iOS 5 (if the rumors are true), and the App is still available on the App Store.

Definitely check this one out to make a dinner reservation, or just to get a taste of what's next from Apple.

Price: free from the App Store

Vlingo can even send emails for you

Using Vlingo, you can not only dictate text, but you can also say commands for what to do with that text.

For example, "Facebook update needs coffee right now" will update your Facebook status with "needs coffee right now."

The interface is pretty simple and the app also includes web search. The only caveat is that SMS and Email add-ons will cost you ($6.99 each, or $9.99 for both), but Vlingo comes with several great voice commands.

Price: free on the App Store

Voice Camera Pro takes a picture when you say "shoot"

Unless you have a device with a front facing camera, you've definitely struggled with trying to take self portraits. Apple forces you to tap the small shutter button on the screen, which can be close to impossible if the device is flipped around.

Voice Camera Pro changes all that with commands like "shoot," "double" (to take two consecutive photos), "share" to email a picture, and more.

Try setting your device down on a table and say "shoot" from a few feet away. This app could really come in handy.

Price: $0.99 on the App Store

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