Google Voice

Editor's Review

Google Voice is your all-in-one solution for managing communications, providing you with a dedicated phone number for calling, text messaging, and voicemail. 📱 It's designed to work seamlessly across your smartphones and computers, ensuring you stay connected whether you're in the office, at home, or on the go. 🌍

With Google Voice, you're in total control. The app automatically filters spam and allows you to block unwanted numbers, giving you a hassle-free experience. 🚫 Customize your settings for forwarding calls, text messages, and voicemail to suit your needs, helping you manage your time effectively. ⏰

Never lose an important message again! Calls, text messages, and voicemails are securely stored and backed up, making it easy to search through your history. 🔍 Send and receive individual and group SMS messages from any of your devices, keeping all your conversations in sync. ✉️

One of the standout features is the advanced voicemail transcription service. Google Voice transcribes your voicemails, allowing you to read them in the app or have them sent directly to your email. 📧 This is perfect for quickly understanding messages without having to listen to them. Save money on international calls with Google Voice's competitive rates, without incurring extra charges from your mobile carrier. 💸

Please note that Google Voice is currently available only in the US for personal Google Accounts. Google Voice for Google Workspace users is available in select countries, so check with your administrator for access. Also, calls made using Google Voice for Android can be placed through a Google Voice access number, which uses standard minutes from your cell phone plan and may incur costs, especially when traveling internationally. ✈️

Features

• Phone number for calls, texts, and voicemail

• Works on smartphones and computers

• Syncs across devices for accessibility

• Automatic spam filtering and number blocking

• Personalized settings for forwarding calls

• Stores and backs up calls and messages

• Send/receive SMS messages from all devices

• Voicemail transcriptions in app/email

Pros

• Spam filtering and number blocking for control

• Call, text, and voicemail history is backed up

• Manage messages across multiple devices

• Voicemail transcriptions sent to app/email

• Competitive rates for international calls

Cons

• Only available in the US

• International calls may incur extra costs