DIALER Definition & Meaning

dialer

[ dahy-uh-ler, dahy-ler ]

Phonetic (Standard)IPA

noun

a person or thing that dials.
an electronic device attached to a telephone to call preselected numbers automatically when activated.

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�y��vlog History and Origins

Origin of dialer¹

First recorded in 1740–50; dial + -er ¹( def )

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The dialer was reportedly first seen last year through the Pixel’s emergency app, but Google confirmed to Android Police that FED is currently rolling out to a wider release.

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Accessing the Fast Emergency Dialer when your phone is unlocked will vary by device Though it’s designed for international traveling, anyone can use it at any location.

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According to the Google Support page, the emergency dialer will show options relevant to your location: Quick access: To call an emergency number with one action, use the slider.

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The emergency dialer has two locations, according to 9to5Google: on the phone’s lock screen through the emergency call button or the power menu once you’ve unlocked your device.

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Pixel owners who don’t have access to the FED where they are or who haven’t had it enabled yet can still access the traditional emergency dialer as they would have before.

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