Official Google Voice app now available


The official Google Voice App has hit the iTunes store. The app allows users to manage the service from an app vs a Webpage. With the app, Google introduces local push notifications, which allows users to know when their receive a new Google Voice voicemail or text message.

We're fans of the transcribing feature. With varying success, Google Voice will transcribe your message for delivery via email, SMS, or the Google Voice app. The recorded message is also available for download. While not often perfect, the transcription can give a gist of the message.

Features include: Cheap rates for international calls, free text messaging to U.S. numbers, voicemail transcription, and displaying your Google Voice number as caller ID when making calls. The app is free requires iOS 3.1 or later.

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