Call Screen support is officially coming to Motorola One
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Motorola has today announced that Google’s Call Screen feature is coming to the Moto G7 family and the Motorola One lineup. Until today, the feature was exclusively available on Google’s Pixel smartphones.
Call Screen basically lets you use the Google Assistant to screen incoming phone calls, with the idea being that it’ll help avoid any scammers or unwanted callers. If you choose to use the feature, the Google Assistant will first ask callers why they are calling and relay the ongoing conversation in real-time on the screen. If you wish to answer the call yourself, you can do so at any time. Alternatively, you can choose to hang up or select another response such as “Is it urgent?” or “Tell me more.”
Motorola says that it already “began rolling out,” although it didn’t specify when or how long it will take. Nevertheless, these things typically take a couple of weeks before everyone receives the update so if you own a Moto G7, Moto G7 Power, Moto G7 Play, Motorola One, or Motorola One Power be sure to be on the lookout.
This feature’s release was hinted at as recently as yesterday by an update to Google’s Phone app. It also contained references to support for Nokia smartphones, which means these devices will likely be the next ones to receive the feature. However, as things stand, nothing has been announced officially.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which Motorola phone models will receive the Call Screen feature?
Which Motorola phone models will receive the Call Screen feature?
The Call Screen feature is coming to the Moto G7 family, specifically the Moto G7, Moto G7 Power, and Moto G7 Play. It will also be available on the Motorola One and Motorola One Power models.
Q.What is the primary function of Google's Call Screen feature?
What is the primary function of Google's Call Screen feature?
The Call Screen feature uses Google Assistant to screen incoming calls. Its main purpose is to help users avoid scammers or unwanted callers by asking why they are calling and relaying the conversation in real-time.
Q.How long is the rollout of the Call Screen feature expected to take for all eligible users?
How long is the rollout of the Call Screen feature expected to take for all eligible users?
Motorola stated the rollout has begun but did not specify the duration. However, the article suggests these updates typically take a couple of weeks before everyone receives them.
Q.Were there any indications that other smartphone brands might receive this feature in the future?
Were there any indications that other smartphone brands might receive this feature in the future?
Yes, an update to Google’s Phone app hinted at support for Nokia smartphones. This suggests that Nokia devices will likely be the next to receive the Call Screen feature, though nothing is official yet.
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