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[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
You are quite right of course. Ignorance is bliss.

A number of people on this very forum have written bad reviews despite me personally engaging them.

Mr ketan has exchanged 20 emails with me, but still finds it easier to diss the app than just say "thanks, im so glad this developer stays up till 3 am answering questions and trying to help."

Ill say two things, no remorse and all that. Dont like it? Dont buy it. Dont like me? Deal with it.

This is a business. My product is a head above the rest and a few fool reviews wont affect that.

You can always save that $2 towards your next $600 superphone...
[Android Apps and Games] :
well i can only speak for myself, but i was surprised as you mentioned the subscription model.

i'm just gonna hang tight and wait and see what kind of business plan your developing, i'm not gonna cry because i gave you $1.50 :)

thanks again!
[Android Apps and Games] 3mendo:
Yes you're right, that's why i advice you to be very careful in what you propose.

People will be always ready to blame you and those who appreciate rarely express themselves.

Believe me:

Plan the product

Plan the business

Plan the marketing

When everything is clear in your mind let's go in the arena.. and believe me people are worse than lions!!

But before that, plan every word you'll write or say, try to figure out reactions.

You're doing very good in listening for software features. Focus on them! You'll have time for a business/payment plan!
[Android Apps and Games] :
I appreciate your hard work. So from the feedback how are you leaning with the price? Maybe extra for a truly hidden feature of the program. If someone has that much to hide they can pay extra? Lol

Sent from my Motorola Atrix 4G
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi everyone, please let me know how the latest build is doing. I have heard reports of errors but very few have sent usable logs.

As for pricing, please dont worry about it, it will not be decided on for a while. We too will wait and see the reaction to upcoming features before we make a final decision! This is after all a forum - a place to discuss and voice opinions.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Working quite fine here.

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Could everyone please call themselves/ send themselves a few sms from skype? We are testing how the app behaves when called from blocked/ private numbers...
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
I tried SMS, it worked perfactly when select block n save

Didn't work with option 'Block' only, it has not blocked it

(using SGS GB donate version 1.0.1)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi, please send us a log! Reproduce your error, then go into main settings and click on "Send debug data".

Dont forget to include a description of the problem at the top of the page.
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
and yes just i remember, y'day i got call from private number and it was blocked successfully. Ok i am trying to send another msg with 'Block' action, if it doesn't block then sending you error report

Edit :

Again same, when blocked number setting set to 'block' it escapes, but blocking successfully when select 'block n save'

Report sent

Kindly note that, i have tried your latest version 1.0.3(previously it was 1.0.2 hotfix), but same kind of error i facing as i described you earlier. When blocking with 'Alt Reject', blocking successfully on myside, but caller getting connected without any voice, and get starting charge till disconnect manually
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
1.0.3 was only a small update with no bug fixes. We are set to release an update later today with a fix for the SMS bug. Thanks for your imput!
[Android Apps and Games] Pbrussell:
U should have an option to block voice mail and also hide blocked calls from call log
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Blocked calls are already hidden from the log. The log you see on the main page is internal.

As for block voicemail - if you mean send to voicemail, this depends on your networking setup, but generally should be achievable through the Alt reject method.
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
Testef 1.0.4 donate

Review here

1blocks call successfully with reject

2. Still error of call getting connected when block with alt reject

3.sms block with block n save option successfull

4 when I set sms block with 'block' I didn't rcv sms, but even I dont get notification abt blocking( delivery report delivered to sender means sms was blocked)

No crash, no clean install needed
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Strange. What phone are you on?

Also, please try a clean install.
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
Samsung galaxy s gingerbread xxjvk

I tried clean install with previous version but error was not fixed, anyway will try soon with this version if error cleared will post here
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
Tried with

Uninstalled with tb, reboot, clean install, still same error of call connected

Just to remind you, this error was not in 1.0.1, even I restore with tb and reboot this error will go
[Android Apps and Games] marcolino7:
Hi ftgg99,

great jog, the only one blocker that do what promise.

I have some suggestion:

I'm usually working on different timezone where I live. So I do not use this app to hide somethind to My girl :-), but I use this app to permit my family to call me during night in emergency situation and drop job calls. For this use a great feature would be a Widget to Enable/disable Call Blocker that also show me the status Active or Not this to avoid to forget blocker enabled after night and loosing job call during day.

Thanks

Marcolino
[Android Apps and Games] joak0068:
Works fine : ) Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] Vance Fox:
Using CM7.0.3.1 on Sprint's EVO.

I like the app and would love the app if we could drop the call so that it does not send to voicemail. (answer and hang up type deal)

Also would like to verify: Proposed subscription would be for those using this app for 2000 blocks per month or more, correct?
[Android Apps and Games] kobolt99:
Not working on xperia x10, it only worked fine the first time.
[Android Apps and Games] lazso084:
+1

or/and possibility to define a schedule for profiles (ie. time-based switching between profiles)

anyway, so far so good
[Android Apps and Games] joques:
Works Great, good job.

Xperia X8 here
[Android Apps and Games] roger23:
Works Fine, fantantic and usefull app. Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] sharmanking:
it works great for me, thanks!:)
[Android Apps and Games] web3221:
Individual Call Forwarding

Will this or app allow me to take an individuals or companies non-desireable phone number (including anonymous, unknown, out of area, no number) and forward it to another number, not all calls, but individual. :confused:

for example: I have an old female aquaintence who will not leave me alone, and i do not want her call to go to voice mail, or to just hang up on - as a mean joke (she is not religious), so i would like to forward her to DIAL_A_PRAYER :D

Think of the possibilities, i could re-route the ass back to the switchboard they are calling from, or maybe the cell phone providers customer support phone number..

i have not found a call blocker app that will do this for android or any other platform ..............IT is a Money-Maker :) Guaranteed
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
here some idea, atleast it works for me, b'coz there is difference with carrier level, but can try this

First go to setting-callsetting-voice call-forwarding- forward when busy to your desired number where you want to divert

Now in RCB, number which you want to block n forward - select blocking action as 'Block"

rest of you can block with 'Alt block'
[Android Apps and Games] web3221:
dr.ketan

thanks but this will not work for me, i have one hd2 that i use for , my company, personal (95% business) only phone i have. so, i can't forward all cals when i am busy taking other calls, I want the INDIVIDUAL forwarding for UNDESIRABLES only and do not want them to go to voicemail either, if i send them to voice mail that will just give them more incentive to keep calling. thanks
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
If you activate call waiting thn, caller can still remain on waiting wen u r already on call.

Anyway best thin is individual forwarding, but I think thr is many limitation of call management in android itself. For only this feature I m missing my Nokia N97. And that interacive voice call manger... Thats really amazing....
[Android Apps and Games] tazymazy:
it s perfectlt block calls but not enough sms

its not block sms message always alert new sms ın notıfıcatıons bar and ringing sms ring tone

ı use desıre hd
[Android Apps and Games] web3221:
i think my request is either developers can't figure it out or it is just impossible

i use magicall with my hd2 winmo, simply the best call, sms blocking etc...app there is, and he and his group say the limitations of android and the in flexibility are keeping them from using magicall with android. go figure, and i have not found one good call blocking app that is worth a crap, they are so one dimensional. well we can all hope someone will figure it out. there are one or two for android that have potential, but none as good as magicall nor as versatile, and i know there are developers out there that can do much more with call blocking and android.

pet peeve: saw a fool out there the other day that wanted 2.99 per month for call blocking - there are suckers born every minute :eek:

anyway thanks for your input i appreciate it :)
[Android Apps and Games] :
Can you develop a good recording app with hidden/ backgrounding features? The ones in the market are a joke and you have serious skills :)

Sent from my Motorola Atrix 4G
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi everyone - im on my way back from the dacha, and will be answering everyones inquires shortly!

Sorry for the wait - the weather here is just peachy this weekend ;)
[Android Apps and Games] miro666:
I was installed this apk (v0.9.9.1), and all went fantastic good (block call, none short ring or some) , but after 2-3 day app slow down my system and crash... I dont know why, and how... :confused:

Regards
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Well, you could start by updating to the latest build. Also, its probably not RBC that's causing these crashes... let me know what happens please!
[Android Apps and Games] xkonx:
works just fine on a nexus one with cyanogemod 7.

big thx!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Excellent. Are SMS working as well?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
By the way - could everyone please test the various SMS blocking features please? We are looking to get a new build out in the next few days!
[Android Apps and Games] zerkai:
Did a few short tests and it blocks calls without a slight vibration or sound from my phone, same for texts. I spammed 5 text messages from a number I blocked and none went through :-)

Looking forward for update

EDIT: Blocked calls are showing up in Android's Call Log History.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Please make some calls and then immediately send debug data through the apps settings menu! I'll look into it asap...

Be sure to include a description of the error at the top of the page!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Did you look into it? I see no usable logs re SMS!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Guys we need some feedback on SMS blocking please. We are trying hard to fix this but without logs and feedback about devices/roms its very difficult.
[Android Apps and Games] Astrakhan:
Will give it a try to see how it works.

Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thanks, but be sure you give some feedback at this thread!
[Android Apps and Games] tazymazy:
this not block to sms its always notifications toolbars and show text message

but its block perfectly call very powerfull from call block
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Im sorry to hear that. What phone are you using? Have you sent a log?
[Android Apps and Games] tazymazy:
i m using htc desire hd sw version 2.3.3
[Android Apps and Games] web3221:
i was thinking when i posted here about individual call forwarding ( or even "class or group" callforwarding, that if anyone could do it it would be this developer, i hope so, although it may just be impossible

:confused:
[Android Apps and Games] tazymazy:
hi

its not block sms again

i send to log 1 minute ago
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I havent access to the logs atm - what phone are you on?
[Android Apps and Games] tazymazy:
i said HTC DESIRE HD sw version 2.3.3
[Android Apps and Games] Astrakhan:
I sure will be giving feedback as soon as I have enough to give (too little testing so far).

For the time being I can confirm that the app blocks perfect the calls from landlines on a SGSII.

btw, great app. I have been looking for just this for a while. I will for sure test the sms blocking and report back.

Cheers!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Great, as soon as Balanced is done, we will be back working on RCB, so now is really the best time for logs and testing.

Please, everyone check your sms blocking using both reject and reject and save methods!
[Android Apps and Games] Astrakhan:
Hi,

Is the SMS reject (and not save) supposed to leave trace somewhere or it just drops the SMS silently?

Thanks!
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
No, it simply deletes the message unless you choose block and save!
[Android Apps and Games] Astrakhan:
Ok, I expected some kind of notification as happens with blocked calls or blocked but not deleted sms. If that is the expected behavior, then both kind of rejections are working fine so far.

I am still finding trouble to get used to the config menus, not yet sure if a reorg would help there or I need more time to get used to them.

Best Regards.
[Android Apps and Games] XPerties:
Does this app have "pick up and hang up" option? That option is truly a call blocker. Why would anyone want a blocker that just sends people to their voicemail.

Mr Number app has it and works flawlessly.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
I agree with you. For example, options like "Delete All" or batch operations should be in the menu those options shoudn't appear after a long tap in a number. Makes no sense.

I think that block notification has to be more subtle too. For example, just the icon, in that way if somebody picks the phone up he doesn't know who was blocked, it could be interesting don't you think. ;)

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Perhaps you and mr numbers should meet for tea and crumpets... you can talk about the weather, the war in ayerak, whatever.

In any case, Alternate Reject is pick up and hang up, though we are working on a slower Long Alternate Reject, which will behave more like the aforementioned app.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
As for the interface, it has already been somewhat reworked, though i really fail to see how you would have a problem with long press to delete. Would you have me make a gian "PRESS HERE TO DELETE ALL" button or what?
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
First of all, excuse my English, and let me laugh just for a second. A button that reads "DESTROY HUMANS" should do it too.

What I was trying to say is that long tapping a contact should bring options up only for that contact. Batch options like "DELETE ALL" should go in menu key, just like is done in other apps. In the end, I don't mind, it was just a suggestion.

I love the app and I'll continue using it as long is useful to me.

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Aah i understand :)

The trouble is, the log space will be very cramped if i add another row of button space.

There is a workaround in Balanced at the moment, so it should be easy to add to RCB. Next build, ill see if we can squeeze it in!
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Easy, easy, nope... Arrrgh, I hate English language. When I did say "menu key", I mean physical menu key. If the idea is to keep the toolbar at the bottom, is ok, no problem at all.

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I see what you mean but it goes against the spirit of the interface to put delete all in the popup menu...
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
How is Hidden mode working for everyone - there have been reports of it no opening up the app!
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Working fine here, always open.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Some have also said they are loosing network - this should only happen once when the app is enabled... any trouble there?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Thought id share this with all you shmos that keep sending me "it doesnt work" emails:

[youtube]JmvCpR45LKA[/youtube]

This should teach you to get root!
[Android Apps and Games] :
this happening after start my phone (set to run at sys start), but only for a split second, so no, not a problem.

just make some filters w/ sentences like 'IT DOESN'T WORK!!!!!!!!' and auto reply w/ the video and send it to the trash.
[Android Apps and Games] garywojdan81:
Loaded version 9.9.8 earlier today & gotta say it has been flawless.

Sent from my OTB Comm.Rominate
[Android Apps and Games] AndrewAD3:
It works perfectly. No complaints.
[Android Apps and Games] I Am Marino:
How do you edit settings, I see nothing that lets me just block private or restricted numbers, it just says unrecognized numbers, does that mean private or restricted by default?

EDIT: Never mind, figured it out.

I'm having an issue though, I tested out the app by calling my phone from private from another phone and the call simply goes through, nothing blocked?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Im aware of this issue on some of the CD a phones... we are trying to fix it. Please, call yourself again from private, after the call gets through click the "send debug data menu item. Be sure to include a description of your error with the letter... just write it in above the log text.
[Android Apps and Games] I Am Marino:
Sent. Thanks.
[Android Apps and Games] :
tasker support would be phenomenal.

i could automagically trigger my 'sleep' profile if i punch into 'sleep bot', my sleep tracking program.

in the morning i could easily set my default profile either via the punch out or when gentle alarm goes off.

this and time based profiles would be very very convenient :)
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Full scheduling is coming in the next update! We are trying to work out how to avoid profile conflicts...
[Android Apps and Games] XPerties:
Wow man, I simply asked a question which wasn't noted in any part of the thread that I "read". I was really leaning toward your app and could of cared less how much it cost if it provided what I needed but customer service and attitude toward current customers turned me off. Karma's a *****, remember that.
[Android Apps and Games] o_afifi:
yeah...it's most powerful tool...
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Update coming soo, should see sms for some htc devices fixed, and the scheduler finally.
[Android Apps and Games] mystifiyer:
The current version crashes way too often on i9000 CM7. Hopefully this version can fix it
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
We have updated!

Please do a clean installation of the current version (0.9.6) and write here - do it asap if you can, because we will be releasing a bugfix in the next few hours...
[Android Apps and Games] :
awesome! looking forward to that.

any comment on my tasker proposal?

just say no, you might add it, or yes, absolutely.

i don't expect you to add it like today or something, the scheduling feature is awesome, though i'd prefer tasker over it, since i'm not interested in static profiles.

keep up the good work.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
I read these forums all the time and add things to the to do list - dont worry, i will consider it next time im looking at a list.

Ill definitely look into it!
[Android Apps and Games] Droidzone:
Post erased
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Whats the score droidzone... youre making me paranoid ;)

Anyway - the next update will have 2 more reject methods, and a new sms backend as well.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
It sounds quite nice
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Can i get some feedback on the current release?
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Working fine here various calls and SMSs blocked without any issue.
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
Working Nice on My SGS Gingerbread, call connecting error with Alt blocking since last 3 update Fixed now with latest update.

One thing cant understand, when reboot phone, there is loss of network for few time, and if someone call during this time, caller hearing ringing rather than switch off msg.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
The daemon needs time to start, and some of its interfaces come on faster than others - we will look into optimizing the start time!
[Android Apps and Games] fafrehugen:
Yes the new verion is stable, im blocking texts on my nexus s now as well. When can we expect to see the scheduler?
[Android Apps and Games] marcolino7:
Hi,

last version working fine, but without widget is dangerous to use. Some time i forget Call Blocker enabled and i lost some work call. Please add widget and notification to bar when blocker is active.

Thanks
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
These are both on the to do list, we will be adding them to a build closer to the weekend. Today's build will have two new reject methods and a scheduler for profiles.

But i assure you the widget and persistent notification are also high priority features.
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Hi there,

A known issue, I think, I've just got a MMS through, it should be blocked.

Cheers.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Hi, the app is not supposed block MMS. I dont see much of a point to it... but if theres enough demand i might consider implementing it.

Most mms spam just doesnt work on android, which is why you dont see much of it!
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Some of us don't use your app only to block spam!!! :D
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
So youre saying you really need to block all those naked pictures your ex is sending you?

:)
[Android Apps and Games] dr.ketan:
It is possible to add feature to Restore blocked SMS to Inbox?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Do you send from blocked log to sms app log? If so, it is on the to do list. If you mean back up blocked SMS, you can use Titanium...
[Android Apps and Games] 93ae8074:
Indeed, indeed.

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[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
OK, ill look into it, should be pretty straight forward on most devices.
[Android Apps and Games] Alteros:
I have been using it a week or so, running TPGB20110518 ROM. seems to be working great.. does what I want it to.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Good to know! What about SMS?
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
When is this update promised for yesterday? Its coming in half an hour!!!!
[Android Apps and Games] fafrehugen:
Testing now - theres a bug with the notification, have to click twice to get it to stick!
[Android Apps and Games] daveid:
I can't set a schedule for 9pm to 2am... just so you know. And now it just crashes (sending log) when trying to add a secondary schedule (I have one from 6pm to 8:30pm, would like the remainder of my work schedule (9pm - 2am) to be blocked as well.
[Android Apps and Games] ftgg99:
Yes, the scheduling system was pretty complicated... ive just found these errors as well.

I will fix it first thing tomorrow.
[Android Apps and Games] :
wow, love it! you fulfilled my wishes, now i only got tasker support on my list :p

haven't tested the new block methods yet, but i wanna provide some cosmetic suggestions.

could you please use the android default font, like tasker and 3g watchdog do it, i think its droid sans...

and the second line in grey, this way it would look perfect, well, if you'd remove the 'donate', i know that i donated, i won't forget it :)

the icon looks quite out of place next to the gingerbread-ified tasker and 3g watchdog icons. if you'd reduce the height of the icon and make it monochrome it would look much better. maybe an icon closer to the block event notification, this one is quite clear.

last thing, the check box to enable the persistent notification won't stay checked, it's working, but it is un-ticked if i re-visit.

thanks for this awesome update