I will be out of cellular service for up to 6-days twice in the next couple of months. How can I prevent ANY caller from automatically going to voicemail? Currently getting a dozen or more SPAMMERS calling me. In call screening, selecting "NEVER" really prevents unknown callers getting to voicemail?
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Turning off voice mail?
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Even though we do have some options on our smartphones, voicemail is primarily managed by the telecom (i.e., wireless carrier).
In Europe, for example, it can be as simple as a dialing code or text message.
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In the States… Well… Your main err only practical option is utilizing call forwarding.
Same goes for both Verizon and T-Mobile.
Basically, you need to contact your carrier for options, if really any.
In Europe, for example, it can be as simple as a dialing code or text message.
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In the States… Well… Your main err only practical option is utilizing call forwarding.
Basically, you need to contact your carrier for options, if really any.
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@MacCheetah3 has already given you a comprehensive answer to your question about turning off voicemail; my comment is directed at reducing the number of spam calls you receive. I'd strongly recommend seeing what apps and tools your cellular carrier provides. I use AT&T Active Armor, T-Mobile has Scam Shield, Verizon has their Call Filter app. I can configure the app to either block suspected fraud and/or spam calls, or send them to voicemail. In my experience it doesn't catch them all, but it does stop most of them.