Google Launches Voice Based Local Info Search In Hyderabad

Published: April 4, 2008, 10:42 am

Google (NSDQ: GOOG) has reportedly launched a voice based local information service in India, in Hyderabad. Syed Abbas writes (via Labnol) that the service, launched on the number 1800-41-99-99-99 is similar to that of Just Dial, and after the call, 3-4 SMS' are sent to the user. Google does have a similar service in the US - 1800-GOOG-411 (there's an introductory video here), but it apparently isn't very successful. In the US, they've got an automated service, but have apparently settled for a call center in India. I tried dialling the number from Delhi, and it didn't work. We've also contacted Google India for a confirmation of the launch of the service, so wait for updates if they do respond. If you're in Hyderabad, do give it a go (apparently, Vodafone (NYSE: VOD) customers are not able to connect to the 1800 numbers) and tell us about it in the comments. We know how JustDial monetizes their service - by advertisements and lead generation for vendors without the users

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