Ever wished you could record calls without the annoying “This call is now being recorded” announcement on your Redmi 13C 5G? Well, now you can!
The device comes with a built-in Google Dialer app. One annoying thing about the dialer is the automated message that plays when you start recording a call.
This announcement informs both parties that the call is being recorded and can be disruptive and unnecessary in certain situations.
With a few simple steps and a third-party app, you can easily disable this announcement and enjoy uninterrupted call recordings.
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What You’ll Need:
- Your Redmi 13C 5G smartphone
- Third-party TTS (Text-to-Speech) app (TTSLexx recommended)
- Access to your phone’s settings.
Steps to Disable the Call Recording Announcement
- Install a Third-Party TTS App: Download a third-party TTS app like TTSLexx from the Google Play Store. These apps allow you to customize your phone’s text-to-speech settings.
- Disable Google Dialer Auto-Updates: To prevent future updates from undoing your changes, disable auto-updates for the Google Dialer app:
- Open the Google Play Store.
- Locate the Google Dialer app.
- Tap the three-dot menu.
- Select “Disable auto-update”.
- Set Preferred TTS Engine: Select the third-party TTS engine you installed (TTSLexx) as your preferred text-to-speech output:
- Open your phone’s Settings > Additional Settings.
- Tap on Language and input.
- Select “Text-to-speech output”.
- From the Preferred engine choose the TTSLexx app.
- Clear Google Dialer App Data: To ensure the changes take effect, clear the Google Dialer app’s data:
- Long-press the Google Dialer app icon.
- Select “App info”.
- Go to “Storage”.
- Tap “Clear all data”.
- Restart Your Phone: Restart your Redmi 13C 5G to complete the process.
Testing Your Success:
- Make a call using the Google Dialer app.
- Start recording the call by tapping the record button.
- Check if the “This call is now being recorded” announcement is no longer played.
That’s it! You’ve successfully disabled the call recording announcement on your Redmi 13C 5G. Now you can record calls without any distractions.
About Redmi 13C 5G:
The Redmi 13C 5G, unveiled on December 6, 2023, and released on December 16, delivers advanced network capabilities with support for GSM, HSPA, LTE, and 5G technologies. Its dual SIM functionality ensures connectivity flexibility, and the phone’s sleek and durable design, measuring 168 x 78 x 8.1 mm and weighing 192 g, features splash and dust resistance for added durability.
The device boasts a 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass protection, providing an immersive visual experience. Running on Android 13 with MIUI 14, powered by a Mediatek Dimensity 6100+ chipset and Mali-G57 MC2 GPU, the Redmi 13C 5G offers multiple memory configurations, including 128GB/4GB RAM, 128GB/6GB RAM, and 256GB/8GB RAM, all expandable via microSDXC.
In terms of photography, the phone features a 50 MP main camera with an auxiliary 0.08 MP lens for versatile imaging. The 5 MP selfie camera ensures high-quality self-portraits. The device is equipped with various communication features, including Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth 5.3, and USB Type-C 2.0.
It also incorporates a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, accelerometer, and compass for enhanced security and functionality. With a powerful 5000 mAh non-removable battery supporting 18W wired charging, the Redmi 13C 5G ensures long-lasting usage. The device is available in Starlight Black, Startrail Green, and Startrail Silver colors.