Latest update
• 3GPP User ID Management
• Encryption for communication between PTT users has been enhanced with end-to-end SRTP over UDP.
• Cross Carrier allows users with another carrier (Telus, Rogers, etc.) to use the Bell PTT application
• Web Dispatch Console updates
• Corporate directory search
• Bug fixes
Bell Push-to-talk APK 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."
How to install Bell Push-to-talk APK bundles for Android
Once you have downloaded an Android App Bundle, you can install it using a dedicated app bundle installer app. You can install .apks, .xapk, split apk files, and unencrypted .apkm files using the Split APKs Installer (SAI). SAI is considered the gold standard for installing app bundles in the Android community. Here’s how to use the SAI app to install split apks. Download Bell Push-to-talk APK file (com.bell.ptt_1516_28696698.apk) from APKBundles.com, then follow these steps:
Update Phone Settings
- Go to your phone Settings page
- Tap Security or Applications (varies with device)
- Check the Unknown Sources box
- Confirm with OK
Go to Downloads
- Open Downloads on your device by going to My Files or Files
- Tap the APK file you downloaded (com.bell.ptt_1516_28696698.apk)
- Tap Install when prompted, the APK file you downloaded will be installed on your device.
How to install Bell Push-to-talk APK, Split APK (APK Bundles) on Windows PC 7/8/10/11 or MAC?
Download Bell Push-to-talk APK file (com.bell.ptt_1516_28696698.apk) from APKBundles.com to your PC (ex: C://temp/(com.bell.ptt_1516_28696698.apk), then follow these steps appear on screen.
Using Emulator:
- Download And Install one Emulator Softwares (Ex: Bluestacks, GenyMotion, NoxPlayer)
- Simple install APK on PC by drag and drop file com.bell.ptt_1516_28696698.apk on Emulator screen
Bell Push-to-talk APK Pros & Cons
Pros
- This app is safe, it's not require high risk permissions
- Compatible with 32 bit device (most Emulator using 32bit arch CPU)
- Compatible with 64-bit device (some android device and current Bluestacks)
Cons
Everything is good.