More Update on Google Voice Callback app

Update (5/18): problem fixed (hopefully). See here

Yes, the login problem is confirmed - it now occurs in my own GV account! Rest assured that the fix will come, although I'll need a few more days to finish my paper first.

Be more patient :)

Update on Google Voice Callback app

Update (5/18): problem fixed (hopefully). See here

I've heard lots of report of the app failing due to Google's API change. I'm sorry if it has affected you, but here are why I'm unable to fix it for the moment:

• The Google Voice API is not public - that is, Google really does not (yet) intend for outside developer to use the Voice API, and that means it could break anytime without warning.
  
• Google might have rolled out some changes, but as typical of Google, it does not roll out change to all its user at once, but instead gradually. My own Google Voice account has not been affected by the change, so I don't know what has been changed. And I have no clue how to fix the problem if I don't know what has been changed.
  
• Real life commitment. Sorry I do have a life beside programming - a busy one at that especially near the end of the semester in college.
  

Just be a bit patient...

Quick note: According to some, this is a temporary problem from Google that has been solved. If Google Voice Callback has worked for you in the past, but stopped working recently, could you give it another try to see if it works now?

Google Voice Callback does not work, WTF?!?!

Hi there! Some of you reported that Google Voice Callback (occasionally, sometimes, all the times, etc...) does not work. Thanks for your feedback, and I'm sorry that you are having problems!

If you are having problems, please

• Make sure that you actually have a Google Voice account. Google Voice is currently by invite only, and you must have a Google Voice account to use this app - neither this app nor I can help you with getting a Google Voice account. Please do not contact me about how to get a Google Voice account. I do not work for Google.
  
• Check that your login information is correct and your callback number is correct. The callback number is not your GV number, but your cellphone or gizmo5 number.
  
• Try using a different kind of network connection, i.e. 2G, 3G or wifi.
  
• Try killing Google Voice Callback using a task killer before you start a call. There is a known bug that causes problem especially with the "Ask me everytime" option. Some reports that killing the app before starting a call solves the problem temporarily. I'm looking for a fix but my time for programming recently has been close to zero.
  
• Do you occasionally have login problems? That is, does the "Logging in..." notification sometimes stay forever and never actually log you in? Try making the call again! The second time should work, as a temporary workaround.
  

In sum, I realize that some people are having problems while others have none :) Some problems are known and I'm looking for fixes. Be patient while I deal with some real life commitments - I'll get to those fixes eventually.


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Google Voice Callback is out!

For a list of changes between versions, see here.
For a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ), see here.

I hacked this together for my own use, but perhaps you might find it useful too.

Many thanks to Evan Charlton for the original GV app, which he stated that he is no longer maintaining.

My app does not have most of the functionality of GV which are replaced by the official Google Voice app; instead it does something that is missing from the official Google Voice app: callback.

For those of you using gizmo5+sipdroid, this will come in handy as the calls connected through callback does not have the 3 minutes limit. And for those of you taking advantage of MyFave (or equivalent), this can make sure that you are always talking to your your google voice number!

Several bugs/annoyances from the original GV app are fixed/changed:
* fix problem with gizmo5/sipdroid
* connects only when internet is available
* can ask for every call whether to use GV

Enjoy! Let me know if there are bugs (and the must be! The app is not well tested yet).

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Calendar Quick Add v0.4.1 is out!

This is a minor update, with some bugs fixed and conveniences added.

What's changed in v0.4.1:

• Recognizes phrases like "next Sunday" and "1pm until 4pm"
  
• Ability to add more than one default reminders.
  
• The capitalization of the search input is now preserved.
  
• A bunch of small bug fixes.
  

As an appetizer, I shall promise that something nice is coming in the next version. Stay tuned!

Calendar Quick Add v0.4 is out!

What's new in v0.4?

• Voice input
  
• A better looking main screen.
  
• Revamped help system.
  
• Bug fixes.
  

The voice input is a biggie, as you can now dictate your calendar event to your phone, and make your phone your personal assistant.

Enjoy :)

p.s. screenshot of voice input in action: