Galaxy S8 and S8+ offer two different ways to block spammers and unwanted callers without using any apps.
You can use Android Nougat native call blocking feature, and Samsung smart call to block unwanted calls and SMS.
This Galaxy S8 how-to guide shows you how to use these two methods to block spammers and unwanted callers in Galaxy S8 and S8+, and explains why you should enable both of them.
What are the two ways to block spammers and unwanted callers in Galaxy S8 and S8+?
In Galaxy S8 and S8+, there are two different ways to block spammers and unwanted callers.
- use Android Nougat native call blocking feature.
- use Samsung smart call
The first method requires you to build up your own block list.
The second method uses Samsung’s database (and some third-party databases in some regions) to identify possible spammers and fraud callers.
It is recommend to enable both methods to block spammers and unwanted callers in Galaxy S8 and S8+.
Both methods work on all SIM cards if you are using two SIM cards in Galaxy S8 and S8+. You cannot set such blocking for individual SIM card. In other words, this feature works at the phone level.
Use Android Nougat call blocking feature to block spammers and unwanted calls in Galaxy S8 and S8+
As explained in this page, Android Nougat introduced call blocking feature natively. You can use this feature to block calls and messages from spammers and unwanted contacts.
In the past, you have to rely on third-party apps or customization of Android manufacturers to block calls and text messages.
In Galaxy S8 and S8+, you can use this Android Nougat call blocking feature to block spammers and unwanted calls and messages.
To use Android Nougat call blocking feature, you may … Read the rest