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Google Labs recently launched a Google Voice Local Search, which is basically a free 411 search similar to 1-800-FREE-411.  Its an experimental service to make local-business search accessible over the phone.

You just need to call the number,you don’t need a computer, you don’t need an Internet connection, and you don’t even need to use your cell-phone keypad. It’s voice-activated, and you can access it from any phone (mobile or landline), in any location*, at any time.

To try this service, just dial 1-800-GOOG-411 (1-800-466-4411) from any phone.

Its free of charge. However, your telephone company may apply regular charges for making a phone call or receiving an SMS.

* It’s currently only available in English, in the US, for US business listings.

Google Voice Local Search [Google]