Guides & WorkflowsTuesday, October 27, 2026
Built-in “Hey Hermes” Voice Activation
Hermes has a native wake-word listener (“hey hermes”). Runs locally until activated, then opens a fresh chat and can speak the answer via Desktop TTS. Phrase is customizable. No plugin required.
Why it matters
Turns Hermes into a hands-free desktop companion with zero extra setup. Practical for daily driver use.