# TalkingTimer™

> Voice-activated countdown timer with customizable settings and notifications. (iPhone/iPad app by Tama Co.,Ltd..)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtimer/id619620279 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Tama Co.,Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/438172963)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 21 App Store ratings · 73 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 10.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: American English, Japanese
- Released: 2013-03-22
- Data updated: 2026-07-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtimer/id619620279/reviews.md

## What is TalkingTimer™?

Ver.2 Update
You can settings time by your voice.
No touch, No look ,can use voice count down timer.
Add new functions Location logger and distance filter voice notifications.

•This is a totally brand new cooking timer, which verbally tells you the remaining time without physically checking your iPhone.
•You can save frequently used timer settings, and also customize the look of the timer to your favorite!


Features
•This timer will tell to you not only when the time is up but also the remaining time that can be pre-configured. It can be used as countdown timer.
•Frequently used timer settings can be saved, such as a timer for boiling pasta or eggs, filling a bathtub with hot water.
•Features numerical keypad.
•Run maximum of 3 timers simultaneously.
•Create your favorite look by changing the skin or button design. 
•Enjoy cooking with your customized talking timer!
•Can be switched into flashlight notification when the app is running, or simple ringtone instead of a voice.


Customize
•Pre-set time settings into 27 different buttons.
•Background could be chosen from 15 different color.
•154 different Icon pictures
•29 ringtones & 2 voices (Japanese & English)
•Rotate iPhone sideways for a larger view


Enjoy using the app!
•Takes only one push to start the timer for Cup noodles and filling a bathtub!
•Change the 3 minutes Cup noodles time settings into your preferred time.
•The voice notification feature won’t waste your time pulling your iPhone out of your pocket! 
•Inform you with remaining time for you to multitask effectively!
•Put into flashlight notification in case you want the app to be silent.

Continued use of GPS running in the background can dramatically decrease battery life.

## Key features

- Voice-activated time setting
- Verbal remaining time announcements
- Save custom timer presets
- Run up to 3 timers simultaneously
- Customizable skins and button designs
- Flashlight and ringtone notifications
- Location logger and distance filter

## Recent user reviews (10 of 73)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/talkingtimer/id619620279/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Crashing

*2026-05-07, version 2.1.0*

The app keeps crashing no matter what I try and do. I am on iPadOS 18.5

### 1/5 — Does not work

*2025-12-31, version 2.1.0*

Installed app. But when trying to open it, it immediately crashes

### 3/5 — 機能は星5

*2025-12-04, version 2.1.0*

とても便利だけど、たまに起動しなくなる。かなり便利なだけに、いつでも使えるようにして欲しい。

### 3/5 — 更新されてないんでしょうね…

*2025-08-11, version 2.1.0*

とっても便利なアプリがあると知り入れてみましたが、たくさんの方がレビューしている通り、アプリが起動せず落ちます。最新のOSに対応していないのだと思います。残念。

### 1/5 — App starts up but keeps crashing

*2025-06-10, version 2.1.0*

I Can’t get it to stop crashing.gonna delete it🙄And plus I would give it 0 stars if I could.

### 3/5 — 古いiOSで稼働中

*2024-12-24, version 2.1.0*

サブiiPhone7のiOS15.8.3で稼働中。
メインのiPhoneで動けば最高なのですがね…

### 1/5 — 未だに起動できない

*2024-12-19, version 2.1.0*

5年前のレビューで「起動出来ない」とあり、流石に改善されてるかなと思い今回初めてDLしましたが、起動出来ませんでした。

### 1/5 — 落ちる

*2024-01-14, version 2.1.0*

凄くいいアプリで便利に使っていたのに、OSをアップデートしたら落ちて使えなくなった。

### 1/5 — 起動しない

*2023-10-08, version 2.1.0*

最近すぐ落ちてしまうというか起動しなくなりました。アンインストールしても同じ
ADHDなので朝出る時必ず利用していますが他のアプリに変えました

### 2/5 — 滅多に起動しません

*2023-10-02, version 2.1.0*

偶然起動した時、大変良かったので是非使いたいのですが、残念ながら滅多に起動しません。

どうもコンテンツブロッカー(AdGuard）が広告を止めており、そのせいでアプリが異常終了しているのでは無いかと思います。
このような状況ですので、広告が表示されない時はエラーを表示するようお願いしたいと思います。私としては広告なしの有料版が欲しい所です。

## Frequently asked questions about TalkingTimer™

### How do I set a timer with TalkingTimer™?

You can set a timer by speaking your desired time. The app is designed for voice input, allowing you to set timers without touching your device.

### Can TalkingTimer™ run multiple timers at once?

Yes, TalkingTimer™ allows you to run a maximum of 3 timers simultaneously, which is useful for complex tasks or multitasking.

### What customization options does TalkingTimer™ offer?

You can customize the app's appearance by changing the skin or button design, choosing from 15 background colors, and selecting from 154 icon pictures. It also offers 29 ringtones and 2 voice options.

### Does TalkingTimer™ provide notifications?

Yes, TalkingTimer™ provides voice notifications for when time is up and the remaining time. It can also switch to a flashlight notification if silent operation is preferred.

### What is the rating and age appropriateness of TalkingTimer™?

TalkingTimer™ has a rating of 4.0 stars from 21 ratings and is considered appropriate for users aged 4 and up.

### On which devices can I use TalkingTimer™?

TalkingTimer™ is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### How often is TalkingTimer™ updated?

The latest version is 2.1.0, released on November 30, 2016. The app was originally released on March 22, 2013.

### Does TalkingTimer™ have any in-app purchases or ads?

No, TalkingTimer™ is a free application and does not feature in-app purchases or advertisements.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.1.0 — 2016-11-30

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Add Widget.
Small fix.

### 2.0.3 — 2016-11-18

Fixed a problem that time display was slightly delayed.
Fixed problem that some button colors are not reflected in theme.
Fixed rare crashing problem in speech recognition wait processing.
Fix other small problems.

### 2.0.2 — 2016-11-15

Add Local notification on background.
Change attention sound.

### 2.0.1 — 2016-11-03

New Function
Stop button for all background alarm stop.
Moving distance voice announce par 1 minute for fitness.

User request
Add Location history disabled setting.
Add use with Bluetooth speaker enabled.
Sleep block function always in open the app.
Voice announce add starting sound and left word.
Add alarm sound from old version.

Request of the corresponding plan after the next time
Voice announce select language settings.
Voice announce with banner notification on background.

Fix
Tutorial view lock landscape.
Voice issue over 1 hours.
Icon issue.
and more small issue.

### 2.0.0 — 2016-10-28

Ver.2 Update
You can settings time by your voice.
No touch, No look ,can use voice count down timer.
Add new functions Location logger and distance filter voice notifications.

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