A subtle chime may be in the works instead.
What you should be aware of:
– Google might enhance Call Notes recording’s discretion with a forthcoming update, as suggested by an APK analysis.
– The latest beta version of the Phone by Google app features a switch that enables users to mute the verbal audio disclaimer indicating a call is being recorded.
– Rather than the spoken disclaimer, users could potentially utilize soft chimes to indicate that Call Notes is operational.
Call Notes is a useful functionality on Google Pixel devices that allows users to record and transcribe phone call conversations, while ensuring built-in transparency safeguards. At present, Call Notes automatically plays a verbal notification informing the other party on the call that it is being recorded. This could soon change, as reported by Android Authority, suggesting that users may have the option to disable this audio notification in a future update.
The Android Authority team dissected version 178.0.765584175-publicbeta-pixel2024 of the Phone by Google app and discovered indications of a toggle that would essentially turn off the spoken Call Notes notification. It’s labeled Play audio tone instead of disclaimer, and the feature seems to function exactly as its name implies.
In the most recent Phone by Google version APK, there are two new audio files that likely pertain to this feature. Android Authority speculates these could represent different tones for the start and conclusion of a recording session.
A chime or tone would obscure the average individual’s ability to determine if their call is being recorded with Call Notes. Unless you’re a Pixel user with access to this feature, chances are you wouldn’t recognize that these new Call Notes sounds are indeed notifications indicating a conversation is being recorded.
Naturally, there is a significant advantage for those recording who prefer to be inconspicuous, as this feature could alleviate the discomfort that the current transparency level may create.
Currently, it’s uncertain when, or if, this feature will make its debut in the stable Phone by Google app. The presence of it in the Phone by Google app beta suggests that Google is exploring this option, but it does not guarantee that a modification will definitely occur. If you’re unfamiliar with Call Notes on the Google Pixel 9 series, we have a comprehensive guide to get you up to speed.
