Have you ever needed to order a pizza (or any other type of food) but only had your cell phone with no way to locate the closest place? Rather than dialing 411 and paying a fee, try dialing 1-800-GOOG-411 instead.
The service is simple to use and free. From their ‘Learn More’ page:
You don’t need a computer, an Internet connection, or even the keypad on your phone or mobile device. GOOG-411 is voice-activated, so you can access it from any phone (mobile or land line), in any location, at any time. For free. (*)
Dial (1-800) GOOG-411. Say where. Say what you’re looking for. GOOG-411 will connect you with the business you choose.
If you are calling from a mobile device, GOOG-411 can even send you a text message with more details and a map. Simply say “Text message” or “Map it.”
Unfortunately, this does not work with residential lines, only businesses but this limitation does not hinder the service’s usefulness. Another applicable example: you are driving and need to find a hotel for the night, just give the service a call and you can have directions sent right to your phone.
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