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[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Rulin on the edge... I like that.
[Android Apps and Games] noodles2224:
Hi, since I got my T-Mobile gs2, having this app run on boot makes the phone hang for a long time. Apps, data, Widgets don't respond.. what can be done? ? Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Its probably a superuser issue. Try removing the app from the superuser whitelist, disabling it, rebooting and enabling again to reset the behavior.
[Android Apps and Games] noodles2224:
Nope, it did not work.. :/ and I really need it to work after a reboot. Its a habit and my way of doing after full battery charge, I reboot then unplug..

I have an idea, is it possible to have tasker run this app after a certain amount of seconds have gone by after reboot?? If so, I'm gonna have to find a way of that or ask because that app a confusing to use..
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
There are no known issues like you describe. Are you sure youre not just confusing the telephony reboot with hanging apps? Because the period when RCB restarts the radio could look like what you describe - but it should take no more than 1 minute.

If youre certain, send logs WITH DESCRIPTION after reproducing the error.
[Android Apps and Games] noodles2224:
If you check the last comment in the Market, person named Maximus has that problem. I tried sending a log earlier, don't know if it went through. It works fine with my g2x.. and I send the log the moment it starts working again after reboot or right after boot when the phone does its media scan??

Edit: OK, now it seems like its working. I left it denied with superuser, uninstalled the app, installed again, i got a access denied in the notification bar automatically, went to superuser and allowed it. Rebooted 3 times now and I get my radio back within 5-10 sec now after boot :)

Spoke too soon about the time, seems like its fast or slow on its own. Its either 5-10 to 3mins. I could live with that. It used to be really long though. But I reinstalled the app again because collectors keep calling, yikes :P
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Right... probably still what i said though. Superuser problem. You know that app isnt perfect either, and possibly not your rom, your install, etc.

Keep trying. We need logs. Logs with descriptions.
[Android Apps and Games] Techno848:
gonna test exited i ws wanting this

this wll help me..

:)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Is everything ok with the latest build?
[Android Apps and Games] noodles2224:
Seems good, still hangs a little after reboot. I sent a log
[Android Apps and Games] Techno848:
no lag on startup

thier is no lag on startup

it wrks fine it does'nt hang the phone:D
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
The log shows everything is fine.
[Android Apps and Games] noodles2224:
OK, but it just seems quick with my other phones.. but like I said I can live with 1-3 startup. Its even quicker other times .. but its a great app
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Could be a bunch of different things - radio drivers, superuser, etc...
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Upgraded both CM and RCB, but CM is inactive.

Right after the update and restart, RCB didn't block right away but after a radio restart and a device reboot (and now several reboots to confirm) everything works fine.

Conclusion: RCB still blocks as it always has.

CM is for tests in the weekend :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Are you saying that youre afraid to use it as your day to day blocker?
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Of course not :D

Rephrasing my statement:

It's just that i have both licenses (CM and RCB) and like to alternate them.

Since today you updated both, my schedule is:

today testing the new RCB

and tomorrow (and over the weekend) test the new CM.

And keep alternating both, because they are the best blockers in the market for day to day use.

With 1 of them there is no fear, imagine with both :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Haha thanks for that :)
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Listing blocked ...

In the button sms/calls the user can change from viewing one or the other blocked.

Would it be possible to make a 3º switch in that button that listed ALL communications blocked (sms and calls) in the same screen (like CM has in is logs) ?

When using RCB i'm always clicking that button to see blocked sms or calls, would be awesome that RCB listed all by default.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I will endeavour to add it on Monday! By the way guys, don't forget to polish of the new translations!
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Thanks, it will be really useful.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Has anyone experienced issues with the latest builds? Im seeing a few error reports with ui related exceptions i cant reproduce...
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
With my present device/rom configuration no issues to report on RCB.
[Android Apps and Games] MySs.NTD:
it's helpfull

thanks
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thanks guys. Feedback is helpful.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
1.8.3

Fixed crash using Polish translations introduced in 182

Fixed rare daemon bug that caused disconnects when blocking
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Any comments?
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Updated RCB, "shacked it a little", and he behaves as normal.

But none of the things you corrected affected me.

Not a big help but its my good experience with it :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thanks mate. Glad to hear it.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
1.8.3.6

Changed version code format

Fixed a few translation issues (be more careful with variable placement when working on crowdin.net please)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Everything OK with the translations? In particular greek and french?
[Android Apps and Games] Jinx13:
Can we also block sms with certain keywords? If not could that be added?

I mean like keywords in the sms body

So if I add insurance as a blacklist

Then any sms with insurance in the sms body would be blocked

Thank you,

Jinx13
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
You can already do this. Check "Block SMS by content" in the "Filter Calls & SMS" action settings.
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
This options are for Call Master :eek:

This thread is for RCB :)

@Jinx13

RCB does not filter SMS by content (keywords in the sms body).

That's one of the many features of Call Master (also from the same dev)
[Android Apps and Games] Jinx13:
Thank you, so if I get call master I will definitely be able to stop by keywords in the sms body

And most important... Will it work fine along side RCB with no problems?

Jinx13
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
Glad to help.

Yes, Call Master will stop SMS with one or several keywords in the SMS body (it's the option menu's the dev told before).

You can have both installed (i have) but only one is active because Call Master is an evolution of RCB and is way more powerful (and also has MMS blocking planed by the dev to mid-march).

To conclude, once you have Call Master you wont need RCB because Call Master does everything RCB does and more :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Right, thanks blade, its true, I meant cm of course.
[Android Apps and Games] Jinx13:
Thank you for your help both I have found the call master thread :D

Love the interface btw

Jinx13
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
It's a great app.

The help in the app has all the information you need to get all the "juice" from Call Master.

After being correctly configurated you'll see is power over call/sms.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thanks blade! And remember kids, always read the instructions :)
[Android Apps and Games] fafrehugen:
This thing is rock solid thanks very much :D
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Right, enjoy!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
By the way we released a new app today some of you might also find useful, you can find it here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1538222

Touch Blocker Beta - a simple but useful app that makes holding and using your device easier

There are two basic functions:

- create dead zones where touches do not register

- filter the screen when reading in low light

We are already in a relatively stable Beta release - whats left now is adding new features and making it all look pretty. You can follow this process at the thread here.

Please be sure to write suggestions - we are looking forward to engaging the community and building a useful and nifty application that many will enjoy!

Market link

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fahrbot.apps.touchblocker

Screens

Debugging

If you experience issues, the best way to help is by reproducing them and then clicking "write to us" - be sure to include a description of your error or we may not read the logs.
[Android Apps and Games] fafrehugen:
Im liking that a lot :) :) :)
[Android Apps and Games] jhuff83:
When I created a schedule and choose to disable blocking after the schedule has taken place, I notice that it will not block the "always block" numbers. Also, I tried switching to manually selected profile and that did not work either.

Edit: Think I figured it out. I need two profiles to get it back. I'm using default for my whitelist now.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Eh? Of course it doesn't block if you disable blocking mate...
[Android Apps and Games] jhuff83:
Thought maybe there was a way to still block after schedule was up without having a second profile.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
OK not to worry...
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
A big thanks to everyone who helped translate! Dont forget about the project!

If you want to help with your language, you can find the translation dashboard here:

http://crowdin.net/project/root-call-blocker-pro
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I'll bump that cause its important.
[Android Apps and Games] fredbull:
I'm just discovering this app and think i'll buy the pro version soon.

I just would like to know how this app drain the battery ? Nearly nothing ?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Battery use is negligible - the daemon is always running (it does not poll, it completely replaces the telephony service) and the app service only switches on to change profiles or perform automatic replies.
[Android Apps and Games] fredbull:
Ok sounds good ! Thanks you very much :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Right no problem. If you like it, please rate it :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
1.8.3.7

Fixed an issue on some CDMA devices where an ongoing call is dropped if a blocked number rings (feedback please)

Lots of minor issues and a few UI problems on small screen devices fixed
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Is everything OK with the release?
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Working great on my Verizon RAZR.
[Android Apps and Games] blade3200:
No CDMA device here but everything else working fine as normal.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thanks. I wonder if you could test something for me - try calling yourself from a blocked number during an ongoing call! As soon as whatever happens, send a log using "Write to us" in Settings. Be sure to include a description like "CMDA test garywojdan" or something.

This will help us troubleshoot a knarly issue on CDMA devices.
[Android Apps and Games] saxgr:
Congratulations !!!!

the application works great

Few suggestions

1) very good trick with the number to call in order to launch the application

but

it doesn't work in some roms (ex.miui).Apart from that it is always shown in recent application so someone can launch it from there.

2) i prefer to have the ability of multiple contact selection or groups instead of selecting multiple phones

3) A shortcut for quick eneble/diseble of the application

4) A more discreet notification (I would like to have just an indication when the application was triggered but without to reveal from whom)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi! A kind of password protection is already available via Hidden Mode. Or do you mean log protection?

A toggle widget is on the todo list, as is scheduling.

Regarding voicemail - this is not always possible and depends on your routing setup (ie google voice or aon). But we have been trying for a fourth reply, which could be used to circumvent some of those issues.
[Android Apps and Games] RudeYute:
This is great....

I am using an SGS which has the auto reject feature...

The thing is, I would like to be able to control who goes through to voicemail and who doesn't - Also, am planning on AOSP firmware, which won't have the feature.

The "Alternative reject" method this app uses is the same one as the SGS uses.

Could you publish your intents, in order to allow automation with Tasker? I'd love to be able to control the block list using other criteria within Tasker.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
aaah, lets see...
[Android Apps and Games] kkube:
I hav tried most call blockers, the main problem is that when they disconnect the call first the caller is able to hear a ring before it is disconnected. Does this app solves that problem. That is staight forward disconnected, of sm other way around
[Android Apps and Games] :
on my n1 it rings for a split second(for the caller), then gives the busy signal, if i select reject.

if i choose alternative reject, it plays the unavailable message from my carrier, this depends on your routing(forwarding when busy) setup.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Quite right, in the case of the first method it depends on your phone, while alternate can be manipulated at the operator level...

I guess what sets us apart in case one is the speed - many would not realize that first split second tone is a ring, unless they are listening for it specifically.

We have been working on a fourth method, but its pretty radical...
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Could we get some feedback on the latest release please?
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Updated to latest & took your advice to reboot after. So far, no crashes at boot up & everything seems to work. I have had a strange issue with placing calls though. When waking the phone from deep sleep, sometimes the dialer will place the call but I get no audio from the speaker so I have to hangup & redial. Then its fine. Its always on the first call @ wakeup & it may happen 2-3 times a day. Didn't happen before this update a couple of days ago.

Sent from my OTB Comm.Rominate
[Android Apps and Games] ssmaster:
I swear there used be a way to block "unavailable" numbers , as well as "unknown" numbers. I need a way to block these "unavailable" numbers too. One came through this morning, and there is no way to even silence the ring tone through the phone itself!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi, could you please reboot, sleep, place call and then click "Send debug data" through the app. Be sure to include a description of the error!
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
I have experience this today, but b4 reading this, i cudn't think it may b error from RCB. Defintly i will keep in mind, if it happen again, i shall send error report, otherwise njoying RCB...
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
There are still some wierd device-specific bugs to iron out. What are you using?
[Android Apps and Games] 3mendo:
Yo Man, i'm using it on my Optimus 2x and it works fine.

At the moment I use your app to be unavailable for anyone but my girlfriend and family, you know i want to be always reachable for them.

I was wondering about SMS blocking function. It is good that the SMS is blocked, but it could happen that i would like to keep the message i received even if it was blocked.

Could you implement a function that would make me "send" the blocked sms from the blocked sms list to the regular sms app of the phone, instead of just deleting it? No need of automation here, just a multiple selection and a "Send to SMS app" option.
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Just sent debug data...thanks for speedy response.

Sent from my OTB Comm.Rominate
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi, this is already implemented: in the profile you have set up, click on any contact's associated SMS icon to choose the default behaviour towards SMS coming from that number - you can choose Block, Block and save or Dont block.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Names in manually added numbers

Hi there,

Fantastic app, finally something working as it should be.

My 2 cents, may you add a way to associate a name to manually entered numbers?

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Sure, this is a good idea! Thanks for the suggestion!

As for thanks... you can always thank some of my posts ;)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hello everyone! We are prepping a giant bugfix in a few hours, which includes the following:

- Major bug where numbers would remain blocked after removal from blacklist fixed

- Internal contact book added so that you can associate numbers with names

- Many other fixes!

Watch this space.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
That was fast, wow!
[Android Apps and Games] eresac:
I can confirm: never noticed any influence on battery at all, also with RCB always running for days.

---------- Post added at 11:30 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:06 AM ----------

Hi ftgg99,

I've encountered a strange behavior since my Galaxy S is on ICS.

I have hidden mode and password protection: if RCB is not activated for some times, randomly happens that dialing the pass code is not able to start the app anymore.

Don't know what's creating the problem (dial, ICS phone.apk, or whatever ICS stuff), the only way I can survive this is uninstall / install from market / restore data.

Any idea?

Also an alternative way to launch the UI app would be useful.

Thank you.
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Test logs on the way.
[Android Apps and Games] eresac:
non sense response (my fault) :o
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
So what happened? Was the dropped call during blocking issue get fixed?
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Worked perfectly. No drops.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Excellent! Thanks for checking that for me!
[Android Apps and Games] xda6969:
I have a request but I don't know if it is even possible. Can RCB implement a method to handle calls that are not on the black list or white list similar to trueCall? See this...

http://www.truecall.co.uk/acatalog/Advanced_ICM_Number_Unrecognised.html

I'm using the black list mode but I'm getting SPAM/SCAM callers at least twice a week. I keep adding their numbers to the black list but they never use the same number twice so they keep getting through.

Is something like this even possible??
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
No not possible im afraid.
[Android Apps and Games] aznemesis:
White list for calls, black list for SMS?

I think the only way around this is to use White List mode and add all your contacts to it. Since you still have a log of people who called, you can always call the legit callers back and add their numbers to the white list.

What I'd like to see is being able to use different modes for calls vs. SMS. It would be cool if I could use White List for calls (which I currently do), and Black List for SMS. I haven't played around with profiles, so I don't know if it's possible using those.

I use call blocking to keep people from bugging me with phone calls when I don't want to talk to them. I'm fine with those people texting me at any time, though. However, there are some people (spammers/scammers) who I'd like to block from both calls and SMS at all timess. Right now, I'm using a White List (with all contacts added) to block calls, but I'm not blocking SMS at all. There are a few numbers I'd like to black list from SMS. I haven't figured out how to use a black list for SMS, while I continue using a white list for calls, though. Is this possible?

I tried to search this thread to see if there was an answer, but I couldn't get any results. Sorry if this is a redundant question.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
For that sort of complexity you should be using our other app Call Master. Its in my sig.
[Android Apps and Games] eresac:
Maybe you miss this prevoius one from me, mate.:p

Though I guess it's related to ICS/AOKP ROMs, since I dont' have that on samsung ICS.

It's the only thing I found, and I use RCB very very often, and for a very long time now.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I honestly dont know what it could be. And what do you propose as an alternative means?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Well? I await a response :)
[Android Apps and Games] jets76:
Re: importing. What is the format the txt file with phone numbers need to be in?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
There are two kinds of contact filled files - csv and plain text. Any plain text file should have one number per line. Csv will also import the contact details.

The reason we dont import contact names in text files is that in 99% of cases these will not be the kind of numbers whose names you care about.

Csv is the standard for all modern phones running all OS.
[Android Apps and Games] bobby.h:
i run app but my service gone,my phone is root.

sorry for my EN
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
What do you mean by "service disabled"? If you mean data, did you wait for 3 to 5 minutes or try actually opening a web page? ON some devices the radio drivers will take forever to reinitialize...
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
Just like your amoeba brain...
[Android Apps and Games] xda6969:
I thought of this but there might be an emergency where someone needs to get in touch with me asap and they are using a different or new number. I wouldn't find out they even called until I looked at the logs. Thanks for the suggestion!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I suggest that if you need that sort of complexity you use our other app, Call Master:

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=fahrbot.apps.blacklist&hl=en

Its designed to be more flexible.
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
Hum, so the title of this thread says "Root Call Blocker - accept no substitues" and now you're saying to substitute this one with another app?

And the title of other thread you have says "Root Call Blocker - the only real call and SMS firewall", so I presume Call Master don't work!!!

How cleaver you are, what an amazing marketeer we have here!!! :banghead:

Edit: please explain to your clients why your app keeps sending packets to certain IP. I'm sure they would love to know why you need it so many times and what data you're collecting from their phones.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
ANything to report?
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
Yes, you'll be banned soon. Xda don't like liars like you.

Edit: lookout everybody, it seems that "ftgg99", "fafrehugen" and "codenameiceman" are all accounts from same idiot, asking for testers and selling security holed apps after. If so this guy MUST be banned from Xda.
[Android Apps and Games] mjdavis871:
No idea what your beef is...but I use call master and it rocks
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Indeed, I am the only ftgg - **** off you little ****, you're on my turf now so don't go making threats. In the ignore list you go.
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
Hum, in the ignore list AGAIN? Nice to know you ignore me each time you answer me. Yes, you're dangerous, particularly for those using your apps.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Nutjob...
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
From another thread...

Hey, ftgg99...

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[Android Apps and Games] fafrehugen:
sushi i think this video is for you...
[Android Apps and Games] sushidog:
No fafrehugen, aka ftgg99, it's for you and all your Heteronyms.