In mid June o2 will be launching its Block-it service. This service will allow you to block unwanted messages from mobile phone numbers – no more sms-bullying! It is a very simple process to set up, and doesn’t cost anything – at least that I can figure out anyway. Block It will allow you to stop picture, SMS and video messages from private mobile phones. It will not allow you to block premium numbers.
If you accidentally block a number you can easily unblock it also.
It is about time a service like this was brought in, well overdue. The downside as mentioned is the inability to block voice calls from certain numbers, but you can screen them and refuse to answer withheld numbers – its not ideal, but a good start. For more information click here but here is the synopsis from the o2 website:
Now you can stop bullying messages with Block It
Mobile phones help us stay connected. But sometimes they can be used for the wrong reasons. People can send mean text, picture or video messages. This is why we developed Block It. So if you’re getting any nasty messages, now you can do something about it.
How does Block It work?
Block It is easy to set up and use. To get started, just text BLOCK IT START to 50216.
What types of numbers can I block?
You can block text, picture and video messages from any mobile network. Just to let you know, you won’t be able to block messages from premium rate numbers. To stop these messages, just text back the word STOP to the sender.
How do I block a number?
To block a number, just text the word BLOCK and the number to 50216. This will block all text, picture and video messages from this number. This also means you won’t be able to send any messages to this number.
How do I unblock a number?
If you want to unblock a number, you simply text UNBLOCK and the number to 50216.
How do I know which numbers I’ve blocked?
If you can’t remember the numbers you’ve blocked, don’t worry. We’ll let you know. Just text BLOCK IT LIST to 50216 and we’ll send you a list of all your blocked numbers.
