Ever wished you could record calls without the annoying “This call is now being recorded” announcement on your Redmi Note 13 4G? 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 Note 13 4G 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 Note 13 4G 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 Note 13 4G. Now you can record calls without any distractions.
About Redmi Note 13 4G:
The Redmi Note 13 4G, unveiled on January 15, 2024, brings impressive features to the table. Its connectivity options encompass GSM, HSPA, and LTE technologies, with support for various bands ensuring global compatibility.
The device boasts a sleek and robust body, measuring 162.3 x 75.6 x 8 mm and weighing 188.5 g, featuring a Hybrid Dual SIM setup with IP54 dust and splash resistance.
The smartphone showcases a stunning 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, offering vivid visuals at 1800 nits peak brightness. Under the hood, it runs on Android 13 with MIUI 14, powered by the Qualcomm SM6225 Snapdragon 685 chipset.
The Redmi Note 13 4G provides a versatile memory configuration, with options for 128GB storage and 6GB or 8GB RAM, or 256GB storage and 8GB RAM, all supported by UFS 2.2 technology.
The device excels in photography with a triple main camera setup featuring a 108 MP wide lens, 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens. A 16 MP front camera ensures high-quality selfies.
Additional features include stereo speakers, a 5000 mAh non-removable battery with 33W wired charging, and a range of color options, including Midnight Black, Mint Green, Ice Blue, and Ocean Sunset.
The Redmi Note 13 4G stands out as a compelling choice for users seeking a feature-packed and stylish smartphone experience.