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Google Voice Completely Banned From Apple's App Store

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UPDATE: There is a Twitition floating around asking "Apple to unblock Google Voice App".

If you wish to sign it, a ban is in order, but other times their Tell us what you think

That's right, AT&T is, and should be, afraid of Google Voice. Why you ask? With Google Voice, you can do a lot of the stuff free that AT&T charges for (e.g. calls in the US, SMS messaging).

Though Google Voice is still in beta testing, several apps were available for the iPhone. The developer of GV Mobile,
rejection from Apple's App Store:

"Richard Chipman from Apple just called - he told me they’re removing GV Mobile from the App Store due to it duplicating features that the iPhone comes with (Dialer, SMS, etc). He didn’t actually specify which features, although I assume the whole app in general. He wouldn’t send a confirmation email either - too scared I would post it. :) I’ll see what I can do to get it back up there gang…"


Currently you can Android and Blackberry phones. But, don't expect an official app from Google Voice for the iPhone, because Apple has already said "
Apple and AT&T are playing a very dangerous game, one that could end badly for both parties.

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