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Description
Been using Google Voice for a couple months now. It’s basically a phone service that gives you a separate number you can use for calls, texts, and voicemail. Pretty solid app if you’re into that kind of thing.
Here’s what you do: You can make and receive calls, send and get texts, and listen to voicemails all through the app. There’s also spam filtering and the ability to block numbers – that’s pretty cool. And you can sync it across your devices so you can use it on your computer, phone, or tablet.
Look, if you need a second phone number or just want more control over your calls and messages, you’ll probably like this. It’s not perfect – the text messaging doesn’t work everywhere – but overall it does the job. Worth checking out.
Editor Opinion
So here's my honest take on Google Voice. I've tested a bunch of communication apps and this one's pretty good. The ability to have a separate number for calls and texts is really useful, and I like how it syncs across devices. The spam filtering and blocking features work well too. On the downside, the text messaging is a bit limited and the interface can be confusing at first. But overall, it's a solid option if you need more control over your phone number.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Gives you a separate phone number for calls, texts, and voicemail
- Syncs across devices so you can use it on your computer, phone, or tablet
- Spam filtering and number blocking work well
- Free to use with your Google account
Cons
- Text messaging doesn't work in all areas
- Can be a bit confusing to set up and navigate at first
- Occasional glitches or lag when using the app
Specifications
| Updated | 10.10.2025 |
| Category | Communication |
| Age Rating | Everyone |
| Developer | Google LLC |
| Android | Android 8.0++ |
| Package Name |
com.google.android.apps.googlevoice |
Ratings
User Reviews
8/3/2018 Still can't send/receive videos but other than that it's a great app. 10/2/2025 Can receive very small video files but still can't send/receive audio files such as mp3 which...
Edit: Although I have a regular number, I use Google Voice on a very regular basis - a number that I can give that I will likely have for a...
I have used this app for about 10 years and have no complaints. I wondered if you could include a feature to limit the number of rings on incoming calls,...
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