Why isn't my from my phone blocking unknown numbers?

[bobselby1949]

Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

I have a new LG G3 (With Qi !!) and need to block SMS messages from unknown numbers (ie any not in my contacts list).

I have enabled "Block Spam" and "Block Unknown Number" but the darn things are still slipping through :-(

Is this a "feature" of the G3 or a general issue with KitKat ???

Has anyone found a workaround for this ???

The service provider is Vodafone ad the G3 is fully up to date.
TIA
Bob

 

[CliveEdinburgh]

Re: Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

Try "calls Blacklist" & and ditch the stock message app & get handcent" message app. It has lots of security settings, ie text and call blocker. Been using them both for ages.

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[bobselby1949]

Re: Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

Thanks, I'll try that.

Is this a known problem on the G3 or with KitKat ???

Bob

 

[CliveEdinburgh]

Re: Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

It's a hit and miss in Stock. The two I gave should work fine

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[Darkdeckard]

Re: Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

You're right. The best option is an external app. I use another one and it runs quite well

 

[bobselby1949]

Re: Block SMS from unknown number not working ...

I tried "handCent" and setup the option to filter senders no in my contacts list - but I'm still getting the horrid things!