Google's Dialer Update Enhances VoIP Calling on Android
Google is bringing a long-awaited dialer update to Android
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Google is set to roll out a new feature in its Phone by Google app that will allow users to make VoIP calls directly from their default dialer. This update, which integrates third-party apps like WhatsApp and Telegram into the call history, is expected to be available for devices running Android 16.1 and above.
- 01The new feature enables VoIP apps to register calls in the native dialer, streamlining the calling process.
- 02The update was tested on a Pixel 9 device using the latest Android Canary 2605 build.
- 03Users will be able to dial contacts from apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Messenger directly from the Phone by Google app.
- 04The feature is part of the Calling accounts domain within the Phone by Google app settings.
- 05It aims to provide a seamless experience by integrating VoIP calls into the standard call history.
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Google is enhancing its Phone by Google app with a new feature that allows users to make VoIP calls directly from their default dialer. This update, which has been in testing, is expected to roll out widely soon. The Calling accounts feature will enable third-party applications like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Messenger to register their calls within the native dialer, allowing users to view and dial contacts without switching apps. This integration is designed to streamline the calling experience for Android users, making it easier to manage VoIP communications alongside traditional cellular calls. The feature was successfully tested on a Pixel 9 device using the Android Canary 2605 build and will be available for any device running Android 16.1 and above. This update reflects Google's ongoing efforts to improve user experience by reducing the need to toggle between different apps for making calls.
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This update will simplify the calling experience for users who frequently use VoIP applications, potentially increasing their efficiency in managing communications.
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