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A VoIP platform from Google with features like a dedicated phone number and voicemail transcriptions

A VoIP platform from Google with features like a dedicated phone number and voicemail transcriptions

Vote: (3 votes)

Program license: Free

Developer: Google Inc.

Version: 2024.02.26.610560791

Works under: Android

Vote:

Program license

(3 votes)

Free

Developer

Version

Google Inc.

2024.02.26.610560791

Works under:

Android

Pros

  • Provides a free phone number and platform for calling, texting, and voicemail
  • High degree of customization for alerts and notifications
  • Syncing across devices, transcribed voicemails, and other features

Cons

  • Fast mobile data or internet connection required for excellent call quality
  • Not all international calls are completely free
  • Although app is designed well, certain design kinks still present

Google Voice is a communication platform available on Android smartphones and other devices. After signing up, a user receives a dedicated VoIP phone number to make calls and send text messages. The app is available on both smartphones and traditional computers with syncing across devices. Individuals commonly use the app as a second phone number for personal or business use. Plus, a variety of features are available.

Setting up a Google Voice number couldn't be an easier process. Users go through a few screens and then select a number based on their location. For all intents and purposes, this number functions like a SIM-based phone number. An individual can place calls through their phone or send and receive SMS/MMS messages. Google Voice routes calls and messages through either mobile data or WiFi without using minutes or texts.

Luckily, Google Voice comes with a variety of other features. This includes automatic backup and syncing across multiple devices. Voicemails left to a Google Voice number are automatically transcribed upon receipt. Alerts and notifications can be customized as well, including the prioritization of specific contacts. Even international calling and messaging are included in Google Voice, sometimes for a fee.

Google Voice is an excellent VoIP communications service. Users with an existing Google account will find the entire process seamless and headache-free. In the end, an individual can essentially operate a second phone number with nothing more than a data or WiFi connection. A better communications app might not be available, and Google supports the app/service with regular updates.

Pros

  • Provides a free phone number and platform for calling, texting, and voicemail
  • High degree of customization for alerts and notifications
  • Syncing across devices, transcribed voicemails, and other features

Cons

  • Fast mobile data or internet connection required for excellent call quality
  • Not all international calls are completely free
  • Although app is designed well, certain design kinks still present