Bell Push-to-talk Live

Name: Bell Push-to-talk
Rating: 3.65 (2360 reviews)
Author: Bell Canada

Bell Canada7 apps · 48.3M installsCommunicationFreecom.bell.ptt

Bell offers Canada’s only carrier-grade Push-to-Talk solution.

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Total installs: 10,954,534
Installs / day: —
Rating: 3.7★
Released: 27 Aug 2018
Last update: 8 Jul 2026
Countries: —

Install history

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Installs per day · last 90 days

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App manifest

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Permissions

34 in 12 groups

17 Sensitive11 Notable6 Routine

What this app can do with your phone

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networks
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networks
Use your camera to take photos and record videos
Record sound using your phone's microphone
See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accounts
See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emails

IdentitySensitive2

Access to accounts on the device and your personal profile card

See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accountsfind accounts on the device · GET_ACCOUNTS
Add or remove accounts on your device and delete their saved passwordsadd or remove accounts · MANAGE_ACCOUNTS

ContactsSensitive3

Access to the contacts saved on your phone

See the list of accounts on your phone, like Google or email accountsfind accounts on the device · GET_ACCOUNTS
See every contact saved on your phone, including names, numbers and emailsread your contacts · READ_CONTACTS
Add, change or delete contacts saved on your phonemodify your contacts · WRITE_CONTACTS

LocationSensitive2

Access to where your device is, using GPS or network signals

Know roughly where you are, using mobile towers and Wi-Fi networksapproximate location (network-based) · ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION
Know your exact location using GPS, Wi-Fi and mobile networksprecise location (GPS and network-based) · ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION

SMSSensitive1

Access to read, send, and edit your text messages

Send text messages from your phone, which may cost you moneysend SMS messages · SEND_SMS

PhoneSensitive2

Access to phone calls, call history, and voicemail

Call phone numbers without your input, which may cost you moneydirectly call phone numbers · CALL_PHONE
See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

Photos/Media/FilesSensitive2

Access to photos, videos, music and other files stored on your device

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

StorageSensitive2

Access to files, photos and media saved on your phone's storage

Read photos, videos, and other files saved in your phone's shared storageread the contents of your USB storage · READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE
Add, change or delete photos, videos and other files in your phone's storagemodify or delete the contents of your USB storage · WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE

CameraSensitive1

Access to your camera to take photos and record video

Use your camera to take photos and record videostake pictures and videos · CAMERA

MicrophoneSensitive1

Access to your phone's microphone to record sound

Record sound using your phone's microphonerecord audio · RECORD_AUDIO

Device ID & call informationNotable1

Access to your phone's identifiers, mobile network details, and call status

See your phone number, device IDs, whether a call is active, and the other caller's numberread phone status and identity · READ_PHONE_STATE

Wi-Fi connection informationRoutine1

Access to details about Wi-Fi networks your device sees or uses

See whether Wi-Fi is on and details of the network you are connected toview Wi-Fi connections · ACCESS_WIFI_STATE

OtherSensitive16

Access to miscellaneous device features that don't fit other categories

Show its own windows or bubbles on top of other apps you are usingdraw over other apps · SYSTEM_ALERT_WINDOW
Change device settings like screen brightness, ringtone or screen timeoutmodify system settings · WRITE_SETTINGS
Create its own accounts on your device and read or set their passwordscreate accounts and set passwords · AUTHENTICATE_ACCOUNTS
See Bluetooth settings and connect to paired devices like headphones, speakers or watchespair with Bluetooth devices · BLUETOOTH
Turn Bluetooth on or off and find and pair with nearby Bluetooth devicesaccess Bluetooth settings · BLUETOOTH_ADMIN
Change how your phone connects to networks, like switching connections on or offchange network connectivity · CHANGE_NETWORK_STATE
Connect to or disconnect from Wi-Fi networks and change saved Wi-Fi settingsconnect and disconnect from Wi-Fi · CHANGE_WIFI_STATE
Change volume and choose which speaker or headset plays soundchange your audio settings · MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS
Start itself automatically as soon as your phone finishes turning onrun at startup · RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED
Keep your phone's processor or screen from going to sleep, which can use more batteryprevent device from sleeping · WAKE_LOCK
Turn automatic syncing on or off for your accounts, like contacts or emailtoggle sync on and off · WRITE_SYNC_SETTINGS
Check whether you are online and whether you use Wi-Fi or mobile dataview network connections · ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE
Send system messages that stay stored after sending; heavy use can slow your phonesend sticky broadcast · BROADCAST_STICKY
Pull down or close the notification panel at the top of your screenexpand/collapse status bar · EXPAND_STATUS_BAR
Connect to the internet to load content and send datafull network access · INTERNET
Make your phone vibratecontrol vibration · VIBRATE

Sensitive = can reach personal data, location, camera/mic or act on your behalf. Notable = changes how your device behaves. Routine = normal for almost every app. Source: Google Play's permission list for all versions of this app.

Store listing

Full description

"Bell PTT is the most advanced carrier-grade Push-to-talk communications technology available today. Instantly and securely connect to one or many in less than 1 second while simultaneously accessing email, apps, the web and more from your smartphone. Operating on Canada’s largest 4G network, Bell PTT offers coast-to-coast coverage in Canada and extensive roaming coverage in the U.S. Plus you get enhanced coverage with secure PTT over Wi-Fi. Get unlimited Canada-wide Push-to-talk for just $10/month. Key Push-to-talk features include: • Largest North American coverage (Canada & U.S)1 • Ability to maximize productivity with fast call set-up time to contacts privately or large talkgroups • Real-time presence indicating contact availability and talk-group select that enables users to receive PTT calls from a select group • Fast and secure collaboration with your office or field teams with the ability to connect to large groups that can accommodate 250+ users2 • Available online contact management tool for organizations to easily manage contacts and group lists • Easily send messages, multi-media content (e.g. images, videos, recorded audio) or your current location to users within a talkgroup.3 • Create a geo-fence and receive notifications when fleet members enter or leave the defined area.3 • Instantly leave an audio message to those contacts that are unavailable with Voice Message Fallback.3 • Push-to-Talk Advance features available with upgraded subscription: o Emergency calling/alerts to quickly relay an emergency situation o User monitoring to check on the welfare of a talkgroup member (check signal strength, battery level, location) o Remote Emergency Calling by an authorized user can initiate an emergency call remotely on behalf of the targeted use o User disable/enable to limit the use of PTT on lost or stolen devices Requirements: • Must be a Bell Mobility customer with a compatible Android device connected to the Bell network (LTE/HSPA). A monthly PTT wireless plan is required. • View the list of PTT-compatible mobile devices: bell.ca/pttdevices For more information, go to www.bell.ca/pushtotalk Learn more about app permissions: bell.ca/privacypolicy 1 Based on total square km of coverage on the shared LTE network available from Bell vs. Rogers’ LTE network. See bell.ca/LTE for details. 2 For support of talkgroups beyond 250 users, please contact your sales representative. 3 These features will require data connectivity and standard data charges may apply. Should you wish to not use these features, you can maintain your current experience while you have the current version of the app installed. Visit bell.ca/PTTupdate for more information."

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