On my Nexus 5X, I can choose to type into the google search widget. Entering "when I get home remind me to take the trash to the street" will create a reminder,

On my Nexus 5X, I can choose to type into the google search widget. Entering "when I get home remind me to take the trash to the street" will create a reminder, same as if I had spoken it. It's even pretty forgiving about typos.