Pre-Grant Publication Number: 20110039521
Filing Date: August 11, 2009Priority Date: August 11, 2009
Inventors: Todd Russell Ustby
Assignee(s): Pro Se Ustby
Current U.S. Classification: 455, 455/414100
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The reference discloses a system in which the party called while already on the phone may choose to acknowledge the incoming call - either automatically or by pressing a key.
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A cellphone program or service that allows a user to send instant SMS text message reply for both incoming voice calls and SMS messages, stating the reason for the user's unavailability.
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The reference details a device that responds to received interrupt events by sending a response based on a GPS location, calendar, and contact book.
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PowerSMS is a software program whith many features, one of which allows users to autorespond to missed calls via text message
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Spb Phone Suite enables Windows Mobile or Android users who installed their software reject calls by pressing one button and opting to send an SMS to the calling party
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A manual for setting up a call alert function on a mobile phone, using the service O2 Call Alert, for users in UK or abroad.
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Standard network feature provided by Vodafone. Answers calls when phone is engaged, turned off, or out of coverage.
Title Samsung Galaxy S Manual
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Samsung Galaxy phones have a one-touch "reject with message" feature for unwanted incoming calls
Patent/Application # 3792150
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