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Smartphone spam and notification management

Overview

Smartphone users are utilizing various device settings and carrier services to manage notifications and mitigate unwanted communications.

Initial reports highlight the use of ‘Smart Do Not Disturb’ modes, which allow users to prioritize specific apps, alarms, and urgent calls—such as those where the same person calls twice within a 15-minute interval. To combat telemarketing and spam, experts suggest behavioral strategies, including avoiding the word ‘yes’ when answering unknown calls to prevent voice recording risks.

Further developments show iPhone users employing the ‘Silence Unknown Callers’ feature to send unsaved numbers directly to voicemail. Users can also utilize ‘Ask Reason for Calling’ to screen callers. Additionally, mobile carriers like T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T provide dedicated scam filtering services to assist with call management.

Entities

AirPods Pro 3 · iOS · International School of Management · Android · Bundesamt für Strahlenschutz

Timeline

  1. [TECHNOLOGY] 12 sources
    Apple launches AirPods 5 with active noise cancellation

    Apple has launched the AirPods 5, featuring active noise cancellation and improved audio architecture, bridging the gap between standard and Pro models.

  2. [TECHNOLOGY] 2 sources
    Smartphone users can activate smart Do Not Disturb modes

    Smartphone users can activate ‘Smart Do Not Disturb’ modes to filter notifications and prioritize urgent calls while using specific communication strategies to mitigate telemarketing spam.

Sources

9to5mac.com · borncity.com · brasilemfolhas.com.br · centraldenoticiasmadariaga.com · chiccheinformatiche.com · deutschlandsuchtdensuperstar.de · elektronika.lt · exhibit.tech · finance.technews.tw · iphone-blog.ch · it-boltwise.de · suedkurier.de · tech.everyeye.it · techritual.com