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We all encounter situations where we would rather not pick up the phone and talk to someone. Perhaps we are in a meeting, driving, or simply not in the mood to talk. While the iPhone does have a feature to block calls, it may be too harsh and may lead to misunderstandings. Fortunately, there is a way to ignore calls on your iPhone without blocking them.
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In this blog post, we will discuss different methods on how to ignore calls on your iPhone without blocking. These methods will allow you to dismiss incoming calls without giving the caller the impression that you are avoiding them.
What’s Needed
Before we begin, there are a few prerequisites that must be met before you can use these methods. You need to have an iPhone running on iOS 14 or later, which is compatible with the latest version of the Phone app.
What Requires Your Focus?
The methods that we will discuss require your focus to some extent. You may need to enable certain settings, download an app, or follow a series of steps. However, most of these methods are simple and can be set up quickly. Once you have set them up, you can make use of them whenever you want to ignore a call.
Different Methods to Ignore Calls on iPhone without Blocking
There are different ways to ignore calls on your iPhone without blocking. Here are some of the most effective methods that you can use:
Method 1: Using the Silence Unknown Callers Feature
Before we delve into this method, it’s important to note that this feature is only available on iOS 13 or later. Here’s how you can enable it:
1. Go to Settings on your iPhone.
2. Scroll down and tap on Phone.
3. Look for Silence Unknown Callers and toggle it on.
Once this feature is enabled, any calls from numbers that are not in your contacts list will be silenced. The caller will be sent directly to voicemail, and you won’t be disturbed by their call.
Pros:
– Effective in silencing calls from unknown numbers
– Does not notify the caller that you are ignoring their call
Cons:
– May silence important calls from numbers that are not saved in your contacts list
Method 2: Using the Do Not Disturb Feature
This method allows you to set specific times when you don’t want to be disturbed by calls. Here’s how to enable it:
1. Go to Settings on your iPhone.
2. Tap on Do Not Disturb.
3. Toggle on the feature.
You can customize the feature by setting the specific times you don’t want to receive calls, or allow calls from certain contacts and favorites.
Pros:
– Provides a customizable way to ignore calls
– Does not notify the caller that you are ignoring their call
Cons:
– May silence important calls from contacts who are not set as favorites
Method 3: Using the Call Forwarding Feature
This method allows you to forward calls to voicemail or another number without blocking them. Here’s how to enable it:
1. Go to Settings on your iPhone.
2. Tap on Phone.
3. Tap on Call Forwarding.
4. Toggle on the feature and enter the number you want to forward calls to.
Calls will be forwarded to the number you specified, and the caller will be able to leave a voicemail message for you.
Pros:
– Allows you to forward calls to a specific number
– Does not notify the caller that you are ignoring their call
Cons:
– Requires additional steps to set up
Method 4: Using a Third-Party App
There are several third-party apps like Call Bliss, YouMail, and RoboKiller that allow you to customise ways to ignore calls.
Call Bliss offers a detailed customization of settings – you can add contacts to a vip list, block your phone from ringing from multiple calls, exclude voicemail recordings from silenced calls, and more.
YouMail app works by placing callers in a phone jail where they are taken through a process. With this app, you can set a custom greeting for a specific group of callers.
RoboKiller utilises AI to identify and block robocalls. You can also set specific numbers as a "personal blacklist" to silence calls from that number automatically.
Pros:
– Customisable
– More features than built-in iOS settings
Cons:
– Requires downloads
– Some apps may involve additional charges
Why Can’t I Ignore Calls on iPhone without Blocking?
There could be several reasons you can’t ignore calls on your iPhone. Here are some of them, along with possible solutions:
1. Calls from certain contacts may be too persistent and disturb you frequently. Consider taking the time to talk with the contact and setting your boundaries. You can also utilize the tools in-built in iOS to ignore these calls.
2. Your iPhone may have certain bugs that need to be fixed. Check your settings or take your iPhone in for repair if necessary.
3. You may not have certain features enabled. Make sure you have your phone updated and check your settings.
Implications and Recommendations
Ignoring calls on your iPhone without blocking can be a useful tool that can be used in a variety of situations. It can help to manage your time better and make sure that you are not interrupted when you can’t answer the phone call.
To make the most of these methods, you must understand their specific requirements and limitations. You should also be aware of the pros and cons of each method and decide which one works best for you.
5 FAQs about Ignoring Calls on iPhone without Blocking
Q1: Can ignoring calls reflect poorly on me?
A: If done correctly, ignoring calls does not necessarily reflect poorly on you. If you are honest with the caller about your reasons for ignoring the call, it will show that you respect their time and yours.
Q2: Can I still get voicemail messages if I ignore a call?
A: Yes. Most methods of ignoring calls allow the caller to leave a voicemail message for you to listen to later.
Q3: Can I use these methods on other Apple devices?
A: Yes. Most of these methods work across all your Apple devices, as long as they are running on the same iOS.
Q4: Will ignoring a call from an unknown number affect my iPhone’s performance?
A: No. Ignoring calls from unknown numbers will not affect your iPhone’s performance.
Q5: Can I ignore a group call using these methods?
A: Yes, you can ignore group calls using most of these methods.
In Conclusion
Ignoring calls on your iPhone without blocking can be a useful tool to manage your time effectively. Each method has its specific requirements and limitations, but they are all effective ways to ensure that you are not interrupted when you cannot answer a phone call. By choosing the method that works best for you, you can boost your productivity and ensure that you always make time for what’s important.