If you don't use Google Voice or aren't sure of what it is all about, keep reading.
I’m always surprised by the amount of people who have no idea what Google Voice does and what it can offer its users.
What is Google Voice?
Google Voice is an application that provides free call forwarding, voicemail services, and voice and text messaging, in the US and Canada.
It is designed to work in conjunction with your smartphone and provide not only incoming services (voice and text messaging) but outgoing calling as well.
How to get an account?
Google Voice is available to anyone who has a Gmail account. It is only offered to Google users in the United States with a compatible mobile phone number.
Here some examples of Google Voice benefits and cost savings:
One Number –- The use of a single number that rings you anywhere.
Sprint---- Integration for Sprint users to have one number that rings your office, home, and computer all at once.
Online voicemail – Getting transcribed messages delivered to your email.
Cheap calls – Cheap calls worldwide and free calls and text messages to the US and Canada.
E-mail – Receive text messages free in your e-mail. Reply to those e-mails to save on text messaging fees.
Recording calls – This is another feature that is handy in the business world. You can record calls with the permission of the other party and it can generate transcripts too.
Text from your computer– send messages to 5 recipients concurrently.
Conference Calls--- have your participants call your Google Voice number and just add them as they call in.
Google Voice has become a well-rounded voice and communication service that can simplify your business, communications, and save you money.