There is a really good reverse call lookup and call blocking application for the BlackBerry out there from First Orion called PrivacyStar and it has just been updated with some pretty cool new features. The first is SmartBlock which uses crowdsourced data from other PrivacyStar users to automatically block undesirable numbers on your device. PrivacyStar has also added a Do Not Disturb feature that automatically routes incoming calls to voicemail and sends an SMS text to the caller acknowledging their call.
PrivacyStar Features and Benefits:
- Simple to Use – After receiving an unwanted call, select the number from the call log to add to the Privacy List and that call will be blocked in the future
- Caller Lookup – PrivacyStar Caller Lookup allows a user to identify unknown callers by name and take appropriate action, such as adding to the contacts list or Privacy List
- SmartBlock – Employs crowdsourced data from PrivacyStar users to automatically block the top offenders kept current according to user activity
- Do Not Disturb – Forwards all incoming calls to voicemail and sends a text message acknowledging the call
- Report Potential Telemarketing Violations – Upon the user’s request, PrivacyStar captures detailed information about possible violations including date, time, number and identity. PrivacyStar allows users to easily provide this information to law enforcement authorities so they may take action
- Web Portal – Utilize the fully integrated personal web portal to manage blocked callers (including unblocking), provide additional details on violations and manage the PrivacyStar account
If you are a BlackBerry user and would like to give PrivacyStar a try, First Horizon does offer a Free 7-Day Trial with no strings attached. Simply enter in your address, click in the installation link via your BlackBerry, and install PrivacyStar. You’ve got a full 7-days to test it out.
[Via RIMarkable]
