The OnePlus 6 is a popular Android smartphone known for its high-end features and affordable price. However, like any phone, it can be plagued by unwanted calls from telemarketers, robocalls, and other nuisance callers. Thankfully, the OnePlus 6 makes it easy to block these unwanted calls. Here are the best methods to block incoming calls on your OnePlus 6.
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Use the Built-In Blocking Features
The OnePlus 6 comes with built-in call blocking capabilities through the Phone app. Here’s how to use them:
Block Specific Numbers
- Open the Phone app
- Go to Recents
- Tap the number you want to block
- Select “Block number”
- Confirm by tapping “BLOCK”
The number will now be blocked and calls from it will go straight to voicemail.
Block Private and Unknown Numbers
- Open the Phone app
- Tap the menu icon (3 dots)
- Select Settings
- Go to Call rejection
- Toggle on “Reject anonymous calls”
This will automatically block any calls from private, unknown, or hidden numbers.
Use Third-Party Call Blocker Apps
If the built-in tools don’t meet your needs, check out some third-party call blocker apps on the Google Play Store. Popular options include Truecaller, Mr. Number, Call Blocker, and Hiya.
These apps allow you to:
- Easily block specific numbers
- Create blacklists and whitelists
- Block entire area codes
- Automatically block suspected spam calls
- View detailed call logs and statistics
Pro Tip: Try using the Truecaller and Hiya apps together for maximum spam call protection. Truecaller crowdsources caller IDs while Hiya uses phone company data to identify nuisance callers.
Contact Your Carrier
Most cell phone carriers offer call blocking features and services. Contact your carrier to see what options are available.
For example, T-Mobile offers Scam Block and Scam ID for free while AT&T offers Call Protect and Mobile Security apps.
Use Do Not Disturb Mode
You can enter Do Not Disturb mode on your OnePlus 6 to mute all calls for a set period of time. Toggle it on manually or schedule it for certain times of day.
While in DND mode, your phone will not ring from incoming calls or notifications. The callers will be sent directly to voicemail.
Set Specific Contacts to Voicemail
You can set certain contacts to go straight to voicemail when they call you. Here’s how:
- Open Contacts
- Select the contact
- Tap the menu icon
- Choose “Route to voicemail”
Now all calls from that contact will go directly to voicemail instead of ringing your phone.
Conclusion
Unwanted calls can be frustrating, but thankfully the OnePlus 6 offers plenty of ways to stop them in their tracks. Use the built-in tools, third-party apps, carrier services, and phone settings to take control. With a few taps, you can block callers and finally achieve some peace and quiet.
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