Hey Alexa, call my device
How this automation works
Get an automatic phone call whenever you snap a new photo on your Android device. This Applet runs each time a new image is captured with your phone and places a VoIP call that plays your chosen message. It's great for creating fun effects, pranks, or reminders linked to taking photos. Note: Install the IFTTT app on the device(s) where you want to receive calls.
If
Trigger ingredients
TemporaryPublicPhotoURL
PublicPhotoURL
TakenDate
DeviceName
Then
Action fields
message
Services used in this Applet
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Create your own VoIP Calls and Android Photos workflow
Create custom workflows effortlessly by selecting triggers, queries, and actions. With IFTTT, it's simple: “If this” trigger happens, “then that” action follows. Streamline tasks and save time with automated workflows that work for you.
4 triggers, queries, and actions
Any new photo
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device.
New photo taken in area
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device in an area you specify.
New screenshot
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new screenshot is taken on your Android device.
Call my device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will call your device with the IFTTT app installed and speak a message provided by your Applet.
Any new photo
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device.
Call my device
Action
An action is the task your Applet carries out after the trigger occurs. It defines what happens as the result of your automation and completes the workflow.
This action will call your device with the IFTTT app installed and speak a message provided by your Applet.
New photo taken in area
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new photo is taken on your Android device in an area you specify.
New screenshot
Realtime trigger
Realtime Applets run after the trigger service notifies IFTTT of a new trigger event. Since IFTTT is notified proactively of new trigger events, realtime Applets normally run within a few seconds of a trigger event occurring.
This Trigger fires every time a new screenshot is taken on your Android device.
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If
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More on VoIP Calls and Android Photos
About VoIP Calls
Voice over IP (VoIP) delivers phone call messages through the IFTTT app to your device. It’s available internationally and is an excellent alternative to the Phone Call service. All you need is the latest version of the IFTTT app.
Voice over IP (VoIP) delivers phone call messages through the IFTTT app to your device. It’s available internationally and is an excellent alternative to the Phone Call service. All you need is the latest version of the IFTTT app.
About Android Photos
With Photos, you can easily view and organize the photos you take on an Android. This service requires the IFTTT app for Android.
With Photos, you can easily view and organize the photos you take on an Android. This service requires the IFTTT app for Android.