It's amazing where you can find some very helpful information, or from whom you will find such information. Yesterday I had coffee with my aunt and right as we were about to part ways she pulled out a card. It looked like a business card, but I could see the GOOGLE logo at the bottom. Since she doesn't work for Google, I was surprised why should be be carrying a Google business card.
The answer? Apparently our lovely friends at Google have created a new feature. (because, clearly, they aren't already taking over the world). The feature? The new "4-1-1". That's right. They have created a new version of "Information" for all you needing immediate information and only having access to your phone.
How does it work? Well, you send Google a text with the question you want answered, and they send you back the answer. That simple. For example, if you text "Weather 60610" or "Weather Elk Grove, IL" to GOOGLE (466453), it will send you back the weather for that location. If you text "Lawry's Chicago" it will text you back the number for the restauarant. Etc. Etc. You get the point. Pretty cool right? And, it's almost instantaneous, so no more waiting for the automated woman to ask you "city or state", "business or personal" when trying to find a number.
The number for google? 466-453. Save the number in your phone. 466453. Make Google your newest contact. Stay in touch. Use that friendship whenever you need. Tell your friends. Remember, though, text costs still apply. I do not believe this is free. But, it is a really cool new feature. Have fun. Tell Google I say hi.
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