Communication management feature
US8948364B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 3, 2013 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 3, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC H)Electricity
- CPC primaryH04M2203/2066
- WIPO fieldTelecommunications
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method for screening incoming communications includes the steps of receiving an incoming communication intended for a communication device or a recipient and identifying a sender of the communication and a communication type, which can includes an email. The method also includes the steps of identifying screening settings based on the sender and the communication type and determining whether the communication is allowed in accordance with the identified settings. Further, the method includes the steps of notifying a recipient of the communication, if the communication is allowed. In addition, the method includes the step of processing the communication without notifying a recipient, if the communication is not allowed.
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