Curious to what folks are using to block unwanted calls and spam texts.
Currently I'm using LBE Security, but the apps is really overkill for just those 2 features that I want.
It seems Mr.Number is the most popular on Google Play, but that doesn't necessarily mean its the best.
No on has any input on this topic?
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like the title says, because i had just finished using Call Control's Call Blocker Pro app free for a year when i left a review and submitted to them via FB. Are there any apps of the kind you guys would recommend that is just as great as Call Control with no root required? There are too many to choose from, idk what's the supposed "really good one".
Have a look at Tasker. It's MASSIVE and will do a tonne of things more than block calls, but you can set it to block calls not in your contact list, block hidden numbers or block specific contacts.
For example, I have a contact called "Ignore Me" and Tasker is set to block all calls from that user. Whenever I get a call from a new number I want blocked I just add it as another number to that contact and I never get any more calls.
I've tried many call blockers but Tasker is the only one that has given me all I asked for, plus it can do soooooo much more!
You can get Tasker here...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm
and here's a helpful guide for getting going with it...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1110775
Archer said:
Have a look at Tasker. It's MASSIVE and will do a tonne of things more than block calls, but you can set it to block calls not in your contact list, block hidden numbers or block specific contacts.
For example, I have a contact called "Ignore Me" and Tasker is set to block all calls from that user. Whenever I get a call from a new number I want blocked I just add it as another number to that contact and I never get any more calls.
I've tried many call blockers but Tasker is the only one that has given me all I asked for, plus it can do soooooo much more!
You can get Tasker here...
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.dinglisch.android.taskerm
and here's a helpful guide for getting going with it...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1110775
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that looks great and all, but i want something that specifically and simply blocks calls/sms as good as Call Control does...without the use of root
Give phone call blocker a try:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=embware.phoneblocker
Works perfect for me.
Root call blocker
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What's difference between Extreme Call Blocker Droid and Call Blocker?(both by dev. Greythinker)
I have been hearing alot of people using the google voice voice mail over the stock voice mail. Can someone chime in and explain what are the advantages of using the GVM vs stock? Also how do you go about this? Any help is appreciated.
In my case, its I go Google VM for the network saving + the many other features of Google Voice.
I rather not lose my Voicemail access between devices & so I like accessing them from anywhere.
Google Voice can be used for just VM but I cant help you there as I've fully integrated. I do recommend going Google Voice entirely though.
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Anyone else?
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I completely integrated, it works great. They are supposed to be working on integrating mms too but so far it doesn't work well
You get another phone number that you can have forwarded to any other phone or multiple phones. You can set people in different groups and set different options for each group. You can have different outgoing messages for each contact or group so your friends here one thing, but your boss hears another. You get great long distance rates using your google voice number. I think it's still free to Canada. Perfect if you don't want to give out your real number or if you want one number to consolidate a bunch of phone numbers. You can block numbers you don't want calling you anymore. If you're going to be busy you can use the "do not disturb" feature which sends people right to voicemail. You get so much more space for voicemails. And they are all organized just like google mail. You can star messages and keep them forever.
So much and it's all free. Why not just try it? Here's the google voice features video
I finally got it setup properly a few days ago and I'm loving it. Blown away by all the features. During setup, using my phones browser, when it got to the part where I called my phone from the website (ON my phone ), and I recorded my greeting from the website on my phones browser , I knew this was some good sh1t.
And I love having the voicemails accessible directly from call log.
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If you haven't already, try adding grooVe IP into the mix to really have your mind blown.
I really like it anyway. The only small drawback is about a 2-3 second delay on (free)voice calls
Does anyone know how to get google voice voicemails to show up in the touchwiz dialer(I have the setting checked in GV)? Evidently, they don't play well together. Is there a work around?
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As long as I can remember google voice notifications only appear in the pulldown notification area as notifications from google voice as an app. I am not aware of any dialer integration other than for when making calls the option to run the call through google voice.
Prior to using google voice there would be a message waiting indicator that would only clear once you dialed your vm and listened to your new messages, this is somthing that to my understanding is only able to be controlled by your carrier not an app.
Hope this helps!
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I am looking for the same functionality. For those that may not know exactly what is stated in OP, Google voice has an option for voice mails to appear under the call log with the option to playback workout using GV. It works under AOSP roms. This functionality would be great on stock touchwiz, bit its not a deal breaker for me. Interested if anyone has found a way.
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I've been pretty disappointed with Google leaving out their loyal Android customers in the dust when it comes to the feature mentioned in the title. This feature has been available to iOS users since before Android KitKat was released.
Here's my question:
Would it be possible to add a line of code to the Google Hangouts app on Android to receive forwarded Google Voice calls as it does on the iOS app?
Or would such a feature have to be enabled on the backend at Google's servers and any mods to the app would be pointless?
Here's why I am hopeful:
There's been apps like Groove IP that are already able to provide this feature. I'd just like to have this functionality without having to install any 3rd party apps that always have to be running in the background. Google Hangouts is already the primary sms app for Android & so it is already able to receive texts, mms, along with video and voice chats. Thus, it should be somewhat possible to receive call forwarding from Google voice.
Disclaimer:
I am not a developer, just a curious user who's willing to contribute a little cash to any developer who's willing to take on this challenge.
Thanks!
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I've been pretty disappointed with Google leaving out their loyal Android customers in the dust when it comes to the feature mentioned in the title. This feature has been available to iOS users since before Android KitKat was released.
Here's my question:
Would it be possible to add a line of code to the Google Hangouts app on Android to receive forwarded Google Voice calls as it does on the iOS app?
Or would such a feature have to be enabled on the backend at Google's servers and any mods to the app would be pointless?
Here's why I am hopeful:
There's been apps like Groove IP that are already able to provide this feature. I'd just like to have this functionality without having to install any 3rd party apps that always have to be running in the background. Google Hangouts is already the primary sms app for Android & so it is already able to receive texts, mms, along with video and voice chats. Thus, it should be somewhat possible to receive call forwarding from Google voice.
Disclaimer:
I am not a developer, just a curious user who's willing to contribute a little cash to any developer who's willing to take on this challenge.
Thanks!
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This is exactly what I was looking for as well.
It seems iOS gets free voice support but in a weeks time when google voice gets rip of XMPP all other work arounds will cease to exist.
Frustrating.
thebritons said:
This is exactly what I was looking for as well.
It seems iOS gets free voice support but in a weeks time when google voice gets rip of XMPP all other work arounds will cease to exist.
Frustrating.
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Yep, I didn't know that they were getting rid of access to 3rd party apps like GrooveIP.
I just noticed that Google Hangouts will now also verify your Google Voice number. I don't believe that it did this initially. Maybe this is a sign of good things to come. Hopefully we get the same benefits that the iOS users have been reaping for awhile now.
dj_aj said:
I've been pretty disappointed with Google leaving out their loyal Android customers in the dust when it comes to the feature mentioned in the title. This feature has been available to iOS users since before Android KitKat was released.
Here's my question:
Would it be possible to add a line of code to the Google Hangouts app on Android to receive forwarded Google Voice calls as it does on the iOS app?
Or would such a feature have to be enabled on the backend at Google's servers and any mods to the app would be pointless?
Here's why I am hopeful:
There's been apps like Groove IP that are already able to provide this feature. I'd just like to have this functionality without having to install any 3rd party apps that always have to be running in the background. Google Hangouts is already the primary sms app for Android & so it is already able to receive texts, mms, along with video and voice chats. Thus, it should be somewhat possible to receive call forwarding from Google voice.
Disclaimer:
I am not a developer, just a curious user who's willing to contribute a little cash to any developer who's willing to take on this challenge.
Thanks!
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I think this might help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/modules/xposed-xvoiceplus-voice-xposed-t2598889
So it looks like we're slowly getting there. Some user over on reddit was able to initiate a call from Hangouts on a desktop and then join the conversation via the hangouts app on his android device. The call was still maintained after he disconnected from the desktop.
http://www.reddit.com/r/Android/comments/1ynnsb/google_hangouts_voip_over_lte_working_right_now/
This is definitely a step in the right direction.
Do you think anyone here would be able to put a modified apk of google hangouts that has an inbuilt dialer which will allow us to skip the desktop part? That would be wicked. I'll pledge $5 towards a bounty for the developer who is able to hack this.
Can anyone tell me if there's a way to block certain callers using the stock phone app? If not, any recommendations on adding a call blocking app? Looked at Google's Phone app, but evidently the Sony phones aren't compatible.
Thanks in advance.