YSK: Commas can be used in phone numbers to automatically input automated menu options - eviltoast

For instance, I’m on Jury Duty in the US this week. Kinda a freebie but I still have to call in and input my “ID” number, birthday, and zip code before entering phone tree options to hear my summons status. So I saved a contact in my phone for the jury hotline with the main number, my Id number, birthday, zip code, and menu option numbers all separated by a comma. Now when I dial using the saved contact, it will automatically enter everything in and I don’t have to fumble around and spend unneeded time to hear if I have to report.

This can easily be adapted for any automated phone system that you call frequently although you’ll have the best results when you have to enter in a long account number like at a bank.

YYSK: It’s a huge timesaver in the age of digital automation to use your phone to navigate phone tree menus

  • KuroJ@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    May I ask what pixel do you have? I’ve been on the fence for a long time about buying one and I’m interested in those features you mentioned, but I’ve heard they have some issues such as overheating and bad battery life, at least for the 6.

    • WhatASave@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      I’m on a Pixel 7 Pro. I really enjoy it. The camera is amazing and a lot of the Google features are really handy. Handy enough that it will be difficult to go with another brand I think.

      It is also nice getting all of the newest Google features as they come out too! Though I do usually try and change manufacturers every time I get a new phone. I like trying new stuff out though.