Generic tag for questions regarding mobile network telephone calls using your Android device. Please check first if a more specific tag exists for your issue (e.g. 'voip' or 'callerid'; the full tag wiki lists more examples).
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Is there a way to easily record a phone conversation in-progress?
I do not own an Android device. I was thinking about getting one, and an important feature for me is the ability to record a phone conversation which is in progress - meaning, while I am in the middle ...
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2answers
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Can I hang up using a button?
When I'm on a phone call nothing is more important than the ability to hang up. If, for whatever reason, I suddenly find myself in an embarrassing situation or interrupted by something important, I ...
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3answers
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Can I receive calls of cell phone number with a tablet?
I have an Android tablet without telephony capabilities. I can put in a SIM card. When somebody calls my SIM card number (mobile number), can I receive this call? What application do I need?
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How can I play audio over an open phone conversation?
I would like to be able to play an audio recording over an open phone conversation. I.e., while the phone is connected (an outgoing call) a prerecorded audio file is played over the open phone ...
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5answers
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Can the Nexus 7 send and receive GSM texts and calls?
The Nexus 7 3G is out and I'm wondering whether Android 4.2 tablets are still data-only devices. Can I install a custom ROM or apk to this tablet so that I can send and receive GSM calls and text ...
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1answer
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Answering Machine on Android
Playing audio to telephony uplink is possible but Microphone input data is also transmitted.
How to switch of microphone on android devices
Is there a possibility to play audio to telephony uplink ...
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1answer
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App for calling a list of contacts, one after another
My daily commute is rather long, and I make lots of phone calls while driving. Dialing while driving is illegal, so I have to stop by, dial, and drive again, which is inefficient, time consuming and ...
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4answers
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Is it possible to only silence certain notifications?
I'm running Android 2.2 FroYo on an HTC Droid Incredible. When I go to bed, I want to turn off all notifications except for incoming phone calls, which I still want to receive. Is this possible, ...
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1answer
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Screen goes dark and phone goes unresponsive whenever I make/receive a call
I changed the SIM card on my Samsung Galaxy Ace to another one. Now, whenever I make/receive a call, the screen goes dark and the phone goes unresponsive.
Pressing buttons randomly eventually sets ...
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3answers
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How do I choose a wired headset whose buttons work?
I'm switching from iPhone to the Nexus 4 (yay!) and I know that the Nexus 4 doesn't come with a headset. I also know that for simple audio playback, any stereo headset can be used -- but I also want ...
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What is an “Emergency Call,” and can I set number for it?
On the default lock screen, whether using pattern or pin, there is a button at the bottom which says "Emergency Call". But if I try to call my home number or anything it tells me "That is not an ...
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6answers
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Can I forward/reply calls/sms to PC?
I wonder if its possible to forward calls or sms to PC where I can then reply or at least get notified of a call/sms? For example, calls might be forwarded to Skype, isit possible?
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1answer
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Google Voice “Call With…”
I love the Call With... feature in the Google Voice webapp and use it often. It allows you to initiate a call from your Google Voice number by first dialing one of your linked phones then patching you ...
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2answers
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Answer my phone on my Tablet?
I have an Android phone (HTC Desire Z), I also have a Android tablet (Acer Iconia Tab A501). I would like to link up my phone to my tablet so I can answer my phone on my tablet.
Is this possible ...
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1answer
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receive/make calls on my pc via my android phone
is it possible to receive / make calls on my pc via my android phone. if so how? i have been searching the internet for a while now to find a solution for this.
I have a rooted HTC Desire and i live ...
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8answers
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When making calls the screen turns off
I have Karbonn A9, Android 2.3.6.
When making calls the screen turns off and comes on pressing the power button. But sometimes it fails to come on, forcing me to restart it by removing the battery. ...
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0answers
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Any way to retrieve phone number dialed while in airplane mode? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Android - Call log/ history : Retrieve a dialed number when there was no network coverage
I dialed a new phone number while in airplane mode, and the number was not ...
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3answers
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How can I distinguish important calls?
I'm a freelancer and have a somewhat erratic work schedule, so it is rather difficult for me to tell people at which times I'm available, which means that occasionally people call me while I'm at a ...
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4answers
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How to stop a phone from ringing without rejecting the call?
Sometimes I don't want to take a call, but I don't want him to know that. So I left the phone be until it stops, so it would appear that I'm away from phone or something and I miss the call. Can I ...
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2answers
726 views
How to call from console?
How to make or receive a call from console?
Expecting something like this, UNIX-style:
make_call +3750291234567 < played_data.wav > recorded_data.wav
wait_for_call < played_data.wav > ...
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3answers
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How to make Skype Mobile for Android permit PC-to-PC calling?
I purchased a Samsung Galaxy Tab from Verizon Wireless without a contract, so no 3G support -- only WiFi. I went to Skype.com/m and installed Skype Mobile for Android. After installation, it lets me ...
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2answers
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One click calling on the Epic 4G?
I've got an Epic 4G (aka Samsung Galaxy S) and one of the things I'm flummoxed by in my transition from my trusty old HTC Dream/G1 is that there are way too many steps to make a phone call.
Power ...
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2answers
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Avoiding “my cheek hung up on you” on an Optimus T?
I upgraded my wife to an LG Optimus T from a G1, and she keeps accidentally hanging up on people with her cheek. She never had this problem with the G1.
I've asked her if she's locking the screen (by ...
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Looking for Call list Application [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
App for calling a list of contacts, one after another
Is there any application which makes a call-list (similar to TODO-list)?
I want to add numbers to the list, and at ...
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1answer
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Why do I get dropped calls and weak signal with Samsung Galaxy 3 5801 mobile?
Samsung Galaxy 3 5801 phone with android 2.1 OS.
When I enable GPRS I am getting dropped calls and weak signal. When I disable GPRS I find my calls don't drop and the signal much better.
Is it a ...
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1answer
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Screen goes off as soon I dial or receive a call. CyanogenMod 7.1- stable
In stable mod 7.1, I am facing this problems. I don't know if its a bug or what, please help me out.
My screen goes off as soon I dial or receive a call. After that I am unable to end the call as it ...
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1answer
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mobile phone calls on Huawei MediaPad [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Can I receive calls of cell phone number with a tablet?
I have Huawei MediaPad tablet. I saw in it specification that it supports GSM network. But I cannot find ...