Voice Notify - Voice notifications & alerts

Voice Notify communicates status bar notifications through Text-To-Speech (TTS), allowing you to be informed without needing to glance at your device.

FEATURES:

• Widget and quick settings tile to pause Voice Notify

• Customizable TTS announcements

• Option to modify the spoken text

• Ability to disable or enable notifications for specific applications

• Capability to ignore or require notifications with certain keywords

• Selection of TTS audio stream

• Option to speak based on screen or headset status, or during silent/vibrate modes

• Quiet Time feature

• Shake-to-silence functionality

• Control over the duration of spoken messages

• Repeat notifications at custom intervals when the screen is off

• Customize the delay for TTS after a notification arrives

• Most configurations can be personalized per app

• Log of notifications

• Option to send a test notification

• Backup and restore settings as a zip file

• Light and dark themes that adapt to the system's theme

GETTING STARTED:

Voice Notify functions via Android's Notification Listener service, which needs to be activated in the Notification Access settings.

A shortcut to access this screen is available at the top of the primary Voice Notify interface.

Certain brands, such as Xiaomi and Samsung, may have additional permissions that prevent apps like Voice Notify from running automatically or in the background by default.

If Voice Notify is launched on affected devices and the service isn't active, a prompt will provide instructions and may redirect you to the relevant settings page.

PERMISSIONS:

• Post Notifications - Essential to publish the test notification. This is generally the only permission displayed to users by Android.

• Query All Packages - Necessary for retrieving a comprehensive list of installed apps for the App List and supporting per-app settings.

• Bluetooth - Needed to identify if a Bluetooth headset is connected.

• Vibrate - Required for testing features while the device is set to vibrate.

• Modify Audio Settings - Necessary for better wired headset detection.

• Read Phone State - Needed to halt TTS when a phone call is initiated [Android 11 and earlier]

ABOUT AUDIO STREAM OPTION:

The behavior of audio streams may differ between devices or Android versions, so it’s recommended to conduct personal testing to find the best stream for your needs. The Media stream (default) should suffice for most users.

DISCLAIMER:

The developers of Voice Notify are not liable for the announcements of notifications. Various options are available to help mitigate unwanted notifications. Use the app at your own discretion!

PROBLEMS:

Please report any issues directly on GitHub.

If needed, you can download any version from the releases section on GitHub.

SOURCE CODE:

Voice Notify is open source under the Apache License.

Details about code contributors can also be found on GitHub.

TRANSLATIONS:

The application is primarily developed in US English.

Translations are crowdsourced, and due to the nature of this approach and ongoing updates, many translations may be incomplete.

Languages available (21):

Chinese (Simplified Han), Czech, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Malay, Norwegian (Bokmål), Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Tamil, Vietnamese.

A huge thank you to all the developers, translators, and testers who committed their time to enhance Voice Notify!

An Invaluable Accessibility Tool That Redefines Notification Management

As someone who frequently multitasks and often cannot look at my phone, Voice Notify has fundamentally transformed how I interact with my device. This app delivers an exceptional level of customization and practicality, allowing me to stay informed through spoken notifications without interrupting my workflow. The ability to tailor announcements per app, control speaking duration, and even shake to silence provides a sense of command I didn’t know I was missing. 

The per-app customization is particularly impressive, letting me hear only what’s important—whether it’s a message from a loved one or a calendar reminder—while filtering out less urgent alerts. Features like Quiet Time and headset-based activation show thoughtful design aimed at real-world usability. While the initial setup requires granting notification access—common for apps of this kind—the process is well-guided within the app. 

Light and dark theme support, along with extensive backup options, round out an already polished experience. For anyone seeking greater accessibility, hands-free convenience, or simply a smarter way to manage notifications, Voice Notify is nothing short of revolutionary.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I enable notification access for Voice Notify?

After installing the app, you’ll be prompted to grant Notification Access permission. A shortcut to the correct system settings screen is also provided within the app for convenience.

Does Voice Notify work with all apps?

Yes, Voice Notify can read notifications from virtually any app on your device, and you can enable or disable announcements on a per-app basis.

Why does the app require so many permissions?

Permissions like Bluetooth access and audio modification are necessary for advanced features such as headset detection and interrupting speech during calls. The app is open-source, meaning you can review how data is handled.

Will it work on devices from manufacturers like Xiaomi or Samsung?

Yes, but some brands restrict background activity. If Voice Notify doesn’t work initially, the app will help guide you to additional device-specific settings needed to keep it running.

Is Voice Notify available in my language?

The app supports 21 languages, including Arabic, Spanish, French, and Hindi, though some translations may be partially complete due to crowdsourced contributions.

What if I encounter a problem or bug?

As an open-source project, Voice Notify welcomes issue reports and contributions via its GitHub repository, where you can also download previous versions if needed.